Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
Timeline
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Makenzie Jordan

Shift Manager

Summary

Proficient Shift Manager knowledgeable about scheduling, money handling and team management. Adept at handling all areas of operations. Eager to develop and advance professionally into a more challenging position.

Student Teaching Professional with solid multitasking, time management and communication skills combined with unwavering devotion to student success.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Team Leader

Cavamezze Grill
Atlanta, Georgia
03.2026 - 05.2026
  • Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
  • Developed team members'' skills through targeted coaching sessions, resulting in improved individual performance.
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient work processes and regularly reviewing performance metrics.
  • Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their leadership potential and advance in their careers.
  • Maintained safety standards by properly handling food and adhering to sanitation guidelines.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication with colleagues and supervisors.
  • Supported team members during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations and minimal wait times for customers.
  • Delivered exceptional service by promptly addressing customer concerns and special requests.
  • Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or accuracy.
  • Operated cash register accurately, managing transactions efficiently while providing excellent customer service.
  • Managed inventory levels to prevent shortages and reduce waste.
  • Implemented waste reduction strategies, contributing to cost savings.
  • Fostered positive dining atmosphere by offering exceptional customer service.
  • Cleaned and organized kitchen, dining and service areas.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of menu items and corresponding ingredients.

Shift Manager

Sweetgreen
Atlanta, Georgia
08.2023 - 09.2025

Leadership & Team Management Customer Service & Conflict Resolution Inventory Control & Operational Efficiency Food Preparation & Safety Compliance Cash Handling & POS Systems Event & Catering Support Additional Skills

  • Supervised, trained, and mentored employees on company policies, food safety, and customer service, ensuring smooth team integration.
  • Delegated tasks, coached staff, and conducted performance evaluations to boost productivity and retention.
  • Fostered a positive, motivating work environment through open communication and constructive feedback.
  • Collaborated with other shift managers to maintain consistent policy enforcement across shifts.
  • Led staff during peak business hours, ensuring efficiency and adherence to brand standards.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by taking orders, answering menu questions, and making recommendations.
  • Resolved escalated customer issues quickly and effectively, improving satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Handled customer complaints in a calm and efficient manner, upholding company values.
  • Monitored inventory levels, conducted counts, and managed stock rotation to minimize waste and maintain freshness.
  • Assisted in stocking merchandise and preparing ingredients during downtime for upcoming busy periods.
  • Prevented spoilage by following proper storage, labeling, and monitoring expiration dates.
  • Played a key role in achieving store goals through strategic planning with upper management.
  • Prepared, cooked, and assembled food and drink items according to standard recipes and safety protocols.
  • Operated kitchen equipment (immersion blender ,warming drawers , ovens, dishwashers) while maintaining safety standards.
  • Washed, peeled, and cut fruits/vegetables in advance for efficiency.
  • Maintained a clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, sanitizing, and removing waste.
  • Monitored food temperatures and followed sanitation guidelines to ensure compliance with health regulations.
  • Accurately processed cash, credit, and digital payments using POS systems
  • Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, minimizing discrepancies and maintaining accurate records.
  • Kept registers clean and organized while balancing customer service efficiency.
  • Assisted with catering orders and event setups, ensuring timely delivery and professional presentation.
  • Supported promotional and marketing event planning, contributing to customer engagement and sales growth.

Team Member

MOD Pizza
Brookhaven, Georgia
06.2023 - 07.2023
  • Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
  • Maintained productive, efficient approach to all tasks.
  • Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
  • Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
  • Restocked condiment dispensers, napkins, silverware and drink machines to prevent shortages.
  • Prepared food orders, by operating pizza oven.
  • Greeted guests pleasantly and answered menu questions.
  • Verified freshness of ingredients and food by checking for quality, rotating stock and recording old and new items.
  • Supported sales efforts by suggestively upselling food items and increasing check averages.
  • Used cash registers and calculators to prepare bills, accept payments and make change.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
  • Operated pizza oven and other kitchen equipment safely to protect team members from harm and equipment from damage.
  • Topped pizzas with right ingredients based on orders utilizing recipe-directed amounts and distribution methods.
  • Monitored pizzas throughout cooking process to deliver correct doneness and prevent burning or under-cooking.
  • Followed company recipes and production standards to satisfy customers.

Student Teacher

Oak View Elementary
08.2019 - 03.2020
  • Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
  • Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
  • Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
  • Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
  • Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
  • Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
  • Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
  • Promoted positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.

Education

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA
08.2020 - Current

High School Diploma -

Towers High School
Decatur, GA
08.2017 - 05.2020

Skills

Attention to Detail

Team building

Decision-making

Training and mentoring

Shift leadership

Accomplishments

A/B Honor roll

Superintendent Student advisory Committee Representative

Affiliations

Future Career and Community Leader of America

Certification

Servsafe - 2025

Timeline

Team Leader

Cavamezze Grill
03.2026 - 05.2026

Shift Manager

Sweetgreen
08.2023 - 09.2025

Team Member

MOD Pizza
06.2023 - 07.2023

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Georgia State University
08.2020 - Current

Student Teacher

Oak View Elementary
08.2019 - 03.2020

High School Diploma -

Towers High School
08.2017 - 05.2020
Makenzie JordanShift Manager