English Major With Kitchen And Restaurant Experience
Aberdeen,SD
Summary
Hardworking with a willingness to go beyond my designated responsibilities. With a bachelor's degree in English and both kitchen and restaurant experience, I have a wide variety of skills tuned for organization, efficiency, and dependability.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Cook
Area IV Senior Meals
11.2022 - Current
Converted all kitchen employees' written timecards onto computer excel sheets for manager approval, including sick leave requests and travel vouchers.
Entered written inventory checkouts onto the computer daily, preparing for turn-in at the end of the month.
Managed the kitchen's email.
Organized the daily, weekly, and monthly computer entries into easily findable folders.
Assessed the monthly menu and alerted the head cook to possible problems.
Managed the physical organization of the freezer, fridges, and dry storage areas.
Used mathematical skills to prepare and divide the food portions for our multiple dining sites.
Assisted with inventory management, contributing to cost control and minimized food waste.
Utilized excellent organizational skills to prioritize tasks effectively, ensuring a smooth workflow in the kitchen.
Waitress
The Flame
02.2015 - Current
Handled high-pressure situations and difficult customers with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
Managed social media accounts, created weekly posts, and interacted with customers online.
Reduced order errors by double-checking tickets before sending them to the kitchen staff for preparation.
Demonstrated extensive menu knowledge, enabling personalized recommendations for guests based on preferences or dietary restrictions.
Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff.
Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Minnesota - Morris
Morris, MN
05.2001 -
Skills
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Accomplishments
Earned my bachelor's degree with High Distinction.
Managed the conversion of the Area IV Senior Meals program from an all-paper documentation system into a computer-based approach.
Created an engaging social media presence for The Flame, resulting in growing customer interactions.