Melinda Crawford
Summary
Detail-oriented food handler with a strong commitment to safe food practices and quality standards. Proven reliability in recipe-based cooking, ensuring consistent and high-quality meal preparation.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Service Worker
Compass Group Inc.
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
07.2025 - Current
- Prepared and served food items ensuring compliance with safety and hygiene standards.
- Served meals to customers with a focus on friendliness and courtesy.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware.
- Assisted in food preparation by following recipes and instructions accurately.
Hub Driver
Auto Zone Auto Parts
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
11.2024 - 01.2026
- Executed loading and unloading of delivery vehicles while adhering to safety protocols, ensuring secure transport of goods.
- Conducted vehicle maintenance and safety checks in accordance with company policies to uphold operational standards.
- Delivered auto parts efficiently to various locations within designated routes.
- Examined delivery documents and orders, promptly reporting discrepancies to supervisor for resolution.
Custodian
Hattiesburg Convention Commission
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
03.2023 - 01.2024
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation across all event spaces and facilities.
- Sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors; cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, and other common areas; emptying trash cans and disposing of waste appropriately.
- Setting up chairs and tables for events taking place in the building's common areas; organizing supplies for upcoming events.
Cook
Cotton Food Services
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Prepared meals according to menu specifications and safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to deliver timely meal service, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Developed new recipes based on customer preferences and dietary needs, increasing menu variety.
- Monitored cooking times and temperatures to ensure food quality standards.
- Maintained clean working environment through regular sweeping, mopping, washing surfaces, and emptying trash cans, ensuring compliance with health standards.
Driver
Oreily's Auto Parts
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and performed routine maintenance checks to ensure vehicle reliability.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicle.
- Loaded and unloaded delivery vehicles while adhering to company safety protocols to promote safe operations.
Senior Behavioral Health Tech.
Merit Health Wesley
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
05.2016 - 05.2021
- Monitored patient safety in all areas of the facility.
- Completed daily client rounds and tracked client movements.
- Organized daily activities such as arts and crafts, games, and music therapy that promote healthy coping skills.
- Mentored new Behavioral Health Technicians on best practices when interacting with clients and patients.
- Recorded patients' health metrics using thermometers or blood pressure gauges.
Transport Driver
Community Development, Inc.
Richton, Mississippi
01.2014 - 03.2016
- Operated transport vehicles to support community development programs, ensuring timely and safe delivery.
- Transported patients safely between medical facilities and appointments.
- Communicated patient needs to healthcare staff, facilitating coordinated care and enhancing patient comfort.
- Adhered to safety protocols while transporting patients throughout the hospital or healthcare facility premises.
- Assisted nursing staff in transferring patients, ensuring safety and comfort during transitions to and from medical equipment.
Retail Sales Associate
Walmart
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
01.2004 - 02.2010
- Organized merchandise displays to improve customer shopping experience and increase sales potential.
- Created promotional displays and set up clearance signs to facilitate product turnover and introduce new seasonal lines.
- Collaborated with management to ensure timely replenishment of low or out-of-stock items, enhancing product availability.
- Sorted, folded, and organized merchandise on the sales floor for optimal customer access.
- Stocked shelves with newly arrived merchandise according to store guidelines.
- Inspected incoming shipments of apparel for quality assurance purposes.
Education
GED -
Pearl River Community College
Hattiesburg, MS05-2013
Skills
- safe food handling
- Recipe-based cooking
- Customer service
- Positive attitude and energy
- Supply stocking
- Vehicle maintenance
- Loading and unloading
- Patient care
- Cleaning and sanitation
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Food Service Worker
Compass Group Inc.
07.2025 - Current
Hub Driver
Auto Zone Auto Parts
11.2024 - 01.2026
Custodian
Hattiesburg Convention Commission
03.2023 - 01.2024
Cook
Cotton Food Services
11.2022 - 02.2023
Driver
Oreily's Auto Parts
02.2022 - 06.2022
Senior Behavioral Health Tech.
Merit Health Wesley
05.2016 - 05.2021
Transport Driver
Community Development, Inc.
01.2014 - 03.2016
Retail Sales Associate
Walmart
01.2004 - 02.2010
GED -
Pearl River Community College