Melissa Hornick
Hinckley,IL
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Turners, excelling in customer service and multitasking. Enhanced customer experiences through engaging interactions and efficient service. Demonstrated adaptability by mastering new skills quickly. Collaborated effectively with teams, contributing to a positive work environment. Reduced waste by optimizing inventory, showcasing strong problem-solving abilities.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Johnson Family Fish Fry
Herb Johnson
03.2008 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Lead Cook
Arbor Management/Whitsons
08.2021 - Current
- Trained new cooks on menu items, cooking techniques, and food presentation standards.
- Coordinated inventory management, optimizing stock levels and reducing waste effectively.
- Monitored food quality and taste, making adjustments to meet customer satisfaction goals.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and developing creative recipes to utilize surplus ingredients.
- Consistently met or exceeded health code standards by enforcing strict sanitation practices throughout the kitchen area.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Bartender
Turners
05.2025 - Current
- Prepared and served beverages efficiently, ensuring customer satisfaction and timely service.
- Engaged with customers to provide recommendations, enhancing their overall experience at the bar.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new drink recipes and menu items as introduced.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper cash flow and accountability at the end of shifts.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
Stylist
Vitality
2012 - 2013
- Delivered exceptional hairstyling services, ensuring client satisfaction through personalized consultations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and products to provide informed recommendations.
- Collaborated with team members on promotional events, driving customer engagement and brand awareness.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations, maintaining a clean and safe salon environment.
- Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
- Scheduled customer appointments and rearranged individual time slots to meet demand.
- Collaborated with fellow stylists to create a positive work environment and share best practices.
Education
No Degree - Hair, Skin And Nails
Hair Professionals
Sycamore, IL01-2008
Skills
- Strong multitasking
- Customer service
- Highly reliable
- Team player attitude
- Patience and tolerance
- Engaging personality
- Handling difficult customers
- Memory retention
Timeline
Bartender
Turners
05.2025 - Current
Lead Cook
Arbor Management/Whitsons
08.2021 - Current
Johnson Family Fish Fry
Herb Johnson
03.2008 - Current
No Degree - Hair, Skin And Nails
Hair Professionals
Stylist
Vitality
2012 - 2013