Melissa Barbanti
Georgetown,SC
Summary
Hardworking, ambitous and enthusiastic individual trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line cook
Carrabba's Italian Grill
Murrell's Inlet, SC
10.2025 - Current
- Prep
- Salad, sandwich and desert orders
- Appetizer orders
- Cleanliness
- Proper rotation
Line Cook
631 Frank's on Front
07.2025 - 10.2025
- Implemented portion control measures to ensure balanced meal serving sizes and reduce food waste.
- Prepared nutritious meals by selecting fresh ingredients and adhering to safe food handling procedures.
- Executed advanced cooking techniques to enhance flavor and presentation of dishes.
- Collaborated effectively with team members to streamline kitchen operations and improve service efficiency.
- Maintained high sanitation standards by consistently following established health and safety protocols.
Cook
Shuckin Shack Oyster Bar
Wilmington, NC
04.2025 - 06.2025
- Open kitchen, mid shift, food safety, prep, raw food handling, cleaning, restock
Cook
Ruby Tuesday
Wilmington, NC
12.2024 - 04.2025
- Ensured adherence to food safety protocols to maintain a hygienic and safe food environment.
- Prepared and plated meals with attention to detail and presentation while adhering to dietary restrictions.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly and courteously.
- Collaborated effectively with team members to streamline operations and enhance overall service quality.
Courier Driver
Doordash
12.2023 - 02.2025
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Managed the efficient handling of packages to ensure safe transport and delivery.
- Executed timely deliveries to meet customer expectations and enhance satisfaction.
- Optimized delivery routes to improve efficiency and reduce travel time.
- Navigated traffic effectively to ensure punctual arrival at destinations.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills to foster positive interactions with customers and team members.
Volunteer Coordinator
Spokane Academy General Education
Spokane, WA
02.2012 - 02.2025
- Coordinated successful events by managing logistics and ensuring seamless execution to foster community engagement.
- Oversaw complex schedules to maximize efficiency and align resources with organizational needs.
- Monitored and tracked engagement metrics to evaluate program effectiveness and inform future initiatives.
- Designed and implemented training programs to enhance employee skills and foster professional development.
- Recruited and onboarded volunteers to support various projects, ensuring a diverse and committed team.
- Facilitated effective communication across departments to promote collaboration and streamline project workflows.
Line Cook
Bob's Cafe
Moses Lake, WA
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Executed food preparation tasks efficiently, ensuring high standards of quality and hygiene.
- Assisted in prep cook duties by organizing ingredients and maintaining a clean workspace.
- Monitored inventory levels and implemented effective control measures to minimize waste.
- Adhered to kitchen safety practices to maintain a safe and sanitary cooking environment.
- Oversaw grill station management while ensuring timely and accurate preparation of grilled menu items.
Education
General Education (Diploma) -
Paloma Valley High School
12-2000
Skills
- Plating
- Door-to-door Serving
- Computer skills
- Food handling
- Sales
- Food preparation
- Animal care
- Sautéing
- Microsoft Excel
- Home health
- Cash handling
- Residential cleaning
- Leadership
- Ability to follow instructions
- Pet care
- Time management
- Baking
- Canvassing
- Guest relations
- Kitchen Management
- Microsoft Word
- Cooking
- Payroll
- Negotiation
- Restaurant management
- Communication skills
- Food industry
- Frying
- Customer service
- Custodial experience
- Budgeting
- Host/hostess experience
- Scheduling
- Teamwork
- Computer literacy
- Budget Management
- Management
- Commercial cleaning
- Pet sitting
- Culinary experience
- Grocery store
- Sauteing
- POS
- Organization
- Restaurant experience
- Guest services
- Conflict management
- Casual dining experience
- Grilling
- Hospitality
- Food safety
- Food service
- Kitchen experience
- Writing skills
- Organizational skills
- Supervising experience
- Cash register
- Bussing
- Creativity
- Managing Crews
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Phone etiquette
- Team management
- Sanitation
- Deep Fryer
Certification
- Responsible Alcohol Delivery Service Permit Training, 2028-01-01
- Driver's License
Languages
English
Personal Information
- Driving License: Driver's License
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
- Visa Status: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Line cook
Carrabba's Italian Grill
10.2025 - Current
Line Cook
631 Frank's on Front
07.2025 - 10.2025
Cook
Shuckin Shack Oyster Bar
04.2025 - 06.2025
Cook
Ruby Tuesday
12.2024 - 04.2025
Courier Driver
Doordash
12.2023 - 02.2025
Line Cook
Bob's Cafe
09.2023 - 02.2024
Volunteer Coordinator
Spokane Academy General Education
02.2012 - 02.2025
General Education (Diploma) -
Paloma Valley High School