Melina Collins

Food Prep:

• Washed and utilized knife skills to prep fruits, vegetables, cheeses and fabricate chicken
• Prepared dough for pizza and cookies
• Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
• Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
• Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
• Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
• Adjusted seasonings of dishes during cooking process in order to enhance flavors.
• Operated ovens and other equipment to bake products according to established recipes.
• Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.

Line Cook:

• Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
• Measured ingredients accurately using measuring cups and spoons.
• Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
• Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
• Plated salads, appetizers and desserts to speed up food service.

Server

• Assisted in setting up banquet rooms for special events such as weddings or business functions.
• Inspected all tables prior to seating guests in order to ensure cleanliness standards were being met.
• Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding efficient, creative solutions to problems in a professional manner.
• Served 4 tables of 10 – 20 people
• Presented menus and answered questions regarding items.
• Checked identification to verify if guests meet minimum age to legally purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.
• Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
• Trained new employees to perform duties.
• Led small teams of 2 people to assist team.
• Stocked supplies such as napkins, condiments, plates, cutlery.
• Wiped down tables and removed trash and dirty plates to provide clean, welcoming dining environment.
• Brought wine selections to tables with appropriate glasses and poured for customers.
• Checked identification to verify if guests meet minimum age to legally purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.
• Brewed and served coffee and tea with preferred add-ins.
• Notified kitchen staff of shortages or special orders, prompting appropriate action and keeping wait times short.
• Basset Alcohol Serving Certified.

Internal Audit Assistant

• ·Utilized software programs such as Origami Risk and Navica for data entry, analysis and reporting purposes.
• Approved and checked 200+ origami Risk accounts a day
• ·Liaised with auditors to complete annual audits and maintain compliance with local, state and federal requirements.
• Reported findings to senior management team.

Team Member

• Conducted Routine Covid Tests
• Prepped and stocked test kits
• Blood Pathogen Certified.

• Provided support for Project Manager with weekly newsletter.
• Contributed ideas during brainstorming sessions to generate creative solutions.
• Assisted with event planning, support and execution of virtual and in-person engagements.
• Created and maintained detailed records of all incoming and completed work orders.
• Recorded completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.
• Assigned tasks to technicians based on their skill set, availability, and workloads.
• Organized meetings and conferences by preparing agendas, making necessary reservations and notetaking.
• Supported payrolls by entering work order details to ensure accurate payment of employee wages.
• Verified accuracy of data by cross-referencing with source documents.
• Researched material office products at lowest price and correct amounts

Server

• Operated a POS system to
• Answered phone and online inquiries to place and track full orders to customer or delivery driver pick-up
• Filled condiments and napkin containers during slack periods.
• Collected dirty dishes and glasses from tables or counters, preparing areas for next diners.
• Trained new employees on restaurant procedures and placing online orders, operating cash register, and cleaning equipment
• Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.

Line Cook

• Assisted in prep work such as cutting vegetables or butchering meat and preparing pizza sauce and dough
• Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
• Memorized menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
• Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.

· Mentored and coached staff by giving employees suggestions and feedback to improve job performance.

· Identified opportunities for operational improvements and communicated them to management.

· Performed opening and closing procedures such as setting alarm systems, counting money.

· Supervised staff during shift changes and ensured transition went smoothly.

· Documented receipts, employee hours and inventory movement.

· Assisted in the training of new employees.

· Scanned items when pulling from shelves to update system stock information.

· Provided every customer with comprehensive assistance upon entering store through merchandise selection and completion of purchases.

· Maximized sales by keeping areas tidy, fully stocked and correctly priced.

· Replenished and arranged items to maintain appearance.

· Operated register, handled cash and processed credit card transactions.

• Managed the waiting list, ensuring that all parties were seated in a timely manner.
• Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
• Answered phone and online inquiries to place and track full orders to customer and delivery driver pick-up
• Coordinated dining room staff workflow to foster prompt and courteous service.
• Handled cash payments and reconciled daily transactions accurately.
• Greeted incoming guests to escort to assigned dining area and present menus.

• Maintained records of materials using logbooks or computers and generated computerized reports.
• Scanned paper documents into the system to create digital copies.
• Destroyed outdated and protected information in digital and physical formats.
• Maintained appropriate inventory levels to meet personnel and corporate needs.
• Operated telephone switchboard to answer, screen and forward calls to appropriate personnel.
• Maintained adherence to stringent delivery deadlines.
• Delivered and picked up confidential court documents.

• Removed debris, garbage and dangerous materials from sites
• Utilized two-way radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators.
• identified and removed invasive species
• Operated hand tools and spread low grade pesticides
• Performed lock-out-tag-out procedures on equipment prior to service work to promote workplace safety.

• Managed a booth at annual community event and maintained coverage for coworkers during lunch shifts.
• Assisted in creating promotional materials such as flyers, brochures or invitations to market events.
• Attended and participated in industry events.
• Prepared presentations outlining research results for team leads, members, and guests.
• Researched and compiled information on current trends in the environmental industry.