Lindsay Stroman
Kilgore,TX
Summary
Proven track record in enhancing meal quality and safety at First Baptist Church Child Development Center, demonstrating exceptional hygiene practices and nutrition knowledge. Skilled in cooking and kitchen organization, I significantly reduced foodborne illnesses, ensuring child well-being. My adaptability and customer service excellence across roles highlight my ability to meet diverse needs efficiently. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level cafe worker position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Energetic Cook worker with passion for food and commitment to providing customers with exceptional culinary experiences. Focuses on using fresh ingredients to create flavorful dishes appealing to different palates. Team player offers clear communication and problem-solving. Detail-oriented professional with background creating delicious dishes. Dedicated to delivering highest quality customer service. Expert at succeeding in high pressure environments while remaining calm. Safety-minded when carefully following food handling regulations and procedures.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Daycare Cook to 100 Plus Children
First Baptist Church Child Development Center
07.2014 - 03.2020
- Elevated the daycare''s reputation for nutritious, quality meals by consistently delivering well-made dishes that appeal to children''s tastes.
- Demonstrated adaptability to changing circumstances within the kitchen, adjusting plans when necessary without sacrificing quality or safety standards.
- Facilitated smooth operations during events at the daycare center, providing catering services for parties or other gatherings as needed.
- Decreased foodborne illnesses with vigilant adherence to proper food storage techniques and temperature control measures.
- Enhanced children''s nutrition by preparing and serving balanced meals according to dietary guidelines.
- Supported child development by incorporating educational elements into mealtime activities, such as teaching about healthy eating habits.
- Maintained a clean and safe kitchen environment, adhering to strict sanitation standards for the wellbeing of the daycare children.
Produce Clerk
Price Chopper
07.2013 - 11.2013
- Enhanced product quality by regularly inspecting, rotating, and culling fresh fruits and vegetables.
- Maintained safe, neat, and clean working environment and closely monitored for wet floors or other hazards.
- Maintained a clean and organized produce section by promptly removing damaged or expired items, sanitizing surfaces, and restocking shelves.
- Checked for outdated and overripe grocery items and removed from inventory.
- Inspected floor displays, noted missing items, and immediately replenished merchandise.
- Received and unloaded new items upon delivery and checked products for damage and order accuracy.
- Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.
- Assisted customers with price checking fruits and vegetables and finding requested items in department.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing prompt and knowledgeable assistance in the produce department.
- Kept tidy and organized area to comply with cleanliness standards.
- Provided exceptional customer service through active listening skills when addressing concerns or answering questions about specific products or preparation methods.
- Ensured compliance with food safety regulations by adhering to proper handling, storage, and temperature guidelines for all produce items.
- Pleasantly greeted customers and provided prompt and courteous service.
- Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
Cashier
Dollar Tree
11.2012 - 03.2013
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
Cashier, Bagger, Deli/Bakery, Floral, Manager
Kroger
07.2006 - 09.2011
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Bagged customer purchases while paying mind to industry best practices.
- Greeted guests entering and exiting store to foster customer satisfaction.
- Maintained customer satisfaction by assisting with carrying out goods.
- Returned unwanted merchandise and retrieved specially requested products.
- Assisted with backroom duties by unloading deliveries and stocking shelves.
- Weighed packaged items to calculate total weight.
- Operated shrink wrap, banding and other wrapping machines.
- Recorded product, packaging and order information on specified forms.
- Labeled containers, container tags or products.
- Trained employees on customer order taking and basic floral arranging.
- Maintained a well-organized work area, ensuring efficient workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on industry trends and best practices.
- Monitored special orders to promote timely deliveries of floral displays, bouquets and decorative items.
- Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
Education
High School Diploma -
Clarksville High School
Clarksville, TN05.2003
Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Meal Preparation
- Sanitation Procedures
- Allergy awareness
- Child Nutrition
- Food Storage
- Food handling
- Nutrition knowledge
- Cleaning and organization
- Cleaning and sanitization
- Kitchen Organization
- Kitchen Sanitation
- Safe Food Handling
- Cooking
- Equipment Operation
Certification
CDA Certificate in Childcare
Timeline
Daycare Cook to 100 Plus Children
First Baptist Church Child Development Center
07.2014 - 03.2020
Produce Clerk
Price Chopper
07.2013 - 11.2013
Cashier
Dollar Tree
11.2012 - 03.2013
Cashier, Bagger, Deli/Bakery, Floral, Manager
Kroger
07.2006 - 09.2011
High School Diploma -
Clarksville High School
CDA Certificate in Childcare
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