Makena Griffin
Middletown
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Applebee's Grill + Bar, enhancing kitchen efficiency and team collaboration. I excel in fast-paced environments, significantly reducing food waste and ensuring top food quality. Skilled in customer service and safe food handling, adept at driving successful marketing campaigns with Leaf Filter, boosting store revenue and customer loyalty.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Cook
Applebee's Grill + Bar
12.2023 - Current
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and removing trash.
- Reduced food waste by properly storing ingredients and monitoring expiration dates.
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere through effective communication and teamwork among staff members.
- Maintained optimal food quality by adhering to strict guidelines for food safety and sanitation.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within the freezer or refrigerator.
- Stocked inventory efficiently, enabling a seamless transition between meal services.
- Provided support during peak business hours, ensuring smooth service flow while maintaining high-quality output.
Digital Intern
Film Dayton
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Participated in creative brainstorming sessions, generating innovative ideas for digital campaign concepts and initiatives.
- Participated in regular performance review meetings providing progress updates on assigned projects to team leads and supervisors.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of the best practices within the digital marketing landscape through continuous learning and professional development.
- Photographed merchandise and wrote descriptions of products for sale via e-commerce.
Retail Marketing Representative
Leaf Filter
02.2023 - 07.2023
- Streamlined marketing processes for improved efficiency, ultimately leading to more impactful campaigns and better use of resources.
- Increased overall revenue by upselling products and introducing customers to new merchandise.
- Collaborated with store management to create effective sales strategies and optimize product placement.
- Trained new team members on store policies, procedures, and sales techniques for consistent performance across staff.
- Developed successful marketing campaigns that led to increased store foot traffic.
- Strengthened customer relationships with personalized service, contributing to a loyal clientele base.
Education
Associate Degree in Graphic Design - Graphic Design
The Modern College of Design
Kettering, OH12.2024
High School Diploma -
Franklin High School
Franklin, OH05.2020
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Cleaning and organization
- Customer Service
- Safe Food Handling
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Efficient multitasking
- Quick-learning
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issues through consumer testing.
- Recognized food waste and saved $500 a week.
Timeline
Digital Intern
Film Dayton
05.2024 - 06.2024
Prep Cook
Applebee's Grill + Bar
12.2023 - Current
Retail Marketing Representative
Leaf Filter
02.2023 - 07.2023
Associate Degree in Graphic Design - Graphic Design
The Modern College of Design
High School Diploma -
Franklin High School