- Cooking
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- Growing herbs, vegetables, or fruits in home gardens
McCayla Casarez
Madera
Summary
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Service Worker 2
Montage Health at Community Hospital of Monterey Peninsula
Monterey, CA
07.2025 - 09.2026
- Prepared and served meals in accordance with dietary guidelines and safety protocols.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, following established procedures.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking food supplies and reporting shortages.
- Supported team members during peak hours to enhance service efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with staff to streamline food preparation processes and improve workflow.
- Trained new employees on operational standards, promoting adherence to quality service practices.
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or accuracy.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Set up and broke down food service lines quickly to maintain service flow.
- Served 200 plates in 1 hr with a goal pace of 4 trays per minute
Nutrition Services Assistant and Manager Subsitute
Monterey Peninsula Unified School District
Monterey, CA
10.2024 - 09.2026
- Prepared and distributed nutritious meals for students, adhering to dietary guidelines.
- Conducted quality checks on food items to maintain high standards of health and safety compliance.
- Maintained food and sanitation standards to prevent food-borne illness and promote health.
- Provided support to individuals with special dietary needs to meet unique nutritional requirements.
- Assisted with preparation and serving of food in line with established nutrition guidelines.
- Prepared and served 300+ students breakfast, snack, and lunch
Shift Leader
Taco Bell
Madera, CA
11.2021 - 05.2024
- Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient service delivery and adherence to quality standards.
- Trained and mentored team members on operational procedures and customer service excellence.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring timely restocking of supplies to meet demand.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and reduced wait times.
- Developed shift schedules, optimizing staff coverage during peak business hours for improved service.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, fostering a positive dining experience and loyalty.
- Monitored compliance with health and safety regulations, maintaining a safe environment for staff and customers.
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Completed cash and credit card transactions accurately using POS software.
- Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, maintaining accurate records and minimizing discrepancies.
- Collaborated with other shift leaders to maintain consistent standards across all shifts, promoting a cohesive workplace culture.
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to keep location well stocked with necessary supplies.
- Served as a reliable point-of-contact for upper management when needed, effectively communicating any issues or successes from daily operations.
- Resolved conflicts between employees to maintain positive and productive work environments.
- Boosted overall sales with effective upselling techniques and exceptional product knowledge.
- Prepared shift summary reports for supervisor and communicated regularly on goals and progress.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, leading to reduced waste and optimized stock levels.
Education
High School Diploma -
Duane E Furman Highschool
Madera, CA05-2022
Skills
- Food and safety standards
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Order taking accuracy
- Cash register operation
- Multitasking
- Kitchen cleanliness
- Customer service
- Strong work ethic
- Team-oriented
- High-volume service
- Point-of-sale management
- Quick learner
- Order-taking accuracy
Certification
ServSafe CA Food Handlers Certificate
Interests
Timeline
Food Service Worker 2
Montage Health at Community Hospital of Monterey Peninsula
07.2025 - 09.2026
Nutrition Services Assistant and Manager Subsitute
Monterey Peninsula Unified School District
10.2024 - 09.2026
Shift Leader
Taco Bell
11.2021 - 05.2024
High School Diploma -
Duane E Furman Highschool