Kyra Vaughn
Toledo,OH
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with a strong background at Hollywood Casino Toledo, excelling in food preparation and customer service. Proven ability to enhance guest satisfaction through efficient multitasking and strict adherence to sanitation standards. Recognized for reducing food waste and fostering a collaborative team environment, ensuring high-quality dining experiences.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Hollywood Casino Toledo
05.2014 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
Food and Beverage Attendant
Hollywood Casino Toledo
06.2012 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized restaurant to comply with hygiene and health regulations.
- Cleared area, cleaned and wiped tables and chairs to remove residue and comply with hygiene standards.
- Greeted and seated guests to provide friendly and welcoming experience.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Developed strong relationships with regular customers, leading to increased loyalty and repeat business.
- Delivered exceptional service even under high-pressure situations, maintaining the highest standards of professionalism.
- Opened, poured and served hot and cold beverages to customers to complement food and dining experience.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, ensuring accountability and proper financial reporting at the end of each shift.
- Collaborated with other food and beverage attendants to provide prompt, smooth and excellent service.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally, turning potentially negative experiences into positive ones.
- Responded to customer inquiries and resolved complaints to establish trust and increase satisfaction.
- Contributed to team success by cross-training in multiple roles, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Adhered to food safety guidelines consistently, maintaining a safe and sanitary working environment at all times.
- Maintained stock levels of cups, lids, straws, and condiments throughout shift.
- Communicated with kitchen staff and waiters to provide accurate, timely information regarding orders and minimize delays.
- Trained new staff members on company policies and procedures.
- Provided guests with information about menu items, specials and promotions to provide quality service.
- Collaborated with other team members for seamless event execution during busy periods such as holidays or special events.
- Assisted in training new team members, sharing knowledge and best practices to maintain high standards of service across the board.
- Improved overall efficiency by assisting with kitchen tasks during peak hours or staff shortages.
Cashier Team Lead
McDonald's Restaurant
02.2005 - 12.2012
- Performed store opening, closing, and shift-change actions and kept accurate shift-change logs.
- Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
- Communicated with customers and team members to solve problems.
- Processed both cash and card purchases and returns.
- Worked extra shifts during busy periods and covered for call-in employees to maintain service levels.
- Trained, mentored, and developed new cashiers with positive and encouraging techniques to maximize performance and team contributions.
- Maintained a clean and inviting checkout area, contributing to an enjoyable shopping experience for customers.
- Balanced cash drawers at the end of each shift, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, maintaining a positive brand image and fostering customer retention.
- Developed strong relationships with repeat customers through friendly service interactions.
- Trained team members on cash register operation and cash handling.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
Education
Basic Studies
Thomas M. Cooley High School
Detroit, MI06-2005
CISCO Communications
Breithaupt Vocational Technical Center
Detroit, MI06-2005
Skills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Multitasking and organization
- Kitchen organization
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Frying
- Cooking techniques
- Sanitation
- Supply restocking
- Surface cleaning
- Hospitality and service industry background
- Contamination prevention
- Food waste reduction
Timeline
Cook
Hollywood Casino Toledo
05.2014 - Current
Food and Beverage Attendant
Hollywood Casino Toledo
06.2012 - Current
Cashier Team Lead
McDonald's Restaurant
02.2005 - 12.2012
Basic Studies
Thomas M. Cooley High School
CISCO Communications
Breithaupt Vocational Technical Center
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