Melynee Ware
Summary
Driven Cafeteria Assistant and Deli Clerk with a proven track record at Oldmans Township School and Acme, excelling in customer service and food safety. Demonstrated ability to enhance meal production efficiency and customer satisfaction through effective teamwork and sanitation practices. Skilled in cash handling and problem-solving, contributing to a significant reduction in food waste.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Cafeteria Assistant
Oldmans Township School
10.2022 - Current
- Cleaned and sanitized surfaces, tools and equipment.
- Followed all proper handling procedures for prepared foods, ingredients and leftovers.
- Cooked food per recipe requirements in large batches for routine school, lunches.
- Restocked condiments, beverages and utensils per expected use levels.
- Supported kitchen staff by assisting with food preparation, improving overall efficiency of meal production.
- Assisted with bussing tables and cleaning up spills.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized dining area for an enjoyable dining experience.
Deli Clerk
Acme
11.1988 - 06.2022
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Precisely measured, weighed, sliced, and packaged deli products according to customer requests while minimizing waste.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to food safety guidelines and promptly addressing any hazards.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Improved workflow efficiency by effectively multitasking, prioritizing tasks, and communicating with team members.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Responded to telephone inquiries regarding available products and services and helped customers make appropriate choices.
- Provided an enjoyable shopping experience for customers by engaging in friendly conversations while efficiently preparing their orders.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper deli procedures, ensuring consistent quality across the team.
- Developed strong rapport with customers by offering personalized service, answering questions, and making recommendations based on preferences.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and maintaining a clean, organized deli counter.
- Took special orders for event catering and party trays, assisting customers by recommending additional items, condiments, and garnishes.
- Enhanced product presentation by arranging visually appealing displays and regularly rotating items to ensure freshness.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Offered product samples to customers, generating additional sales through taste-testing.
- Boosted sales by actively promoting seasonal items, weekly specials, and bundled deals to customers at the deli counter.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
- Monitored inventory levels to order new supplies and maintain consistent stock.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and proactively adjusting orders based on sales trends.
- Operated cash register to manage cash and credit card transactions, providing receipts for proof of transaction.
Education
High School Diploma -
Penns Grove Highschool
Carney's Point, NJ06.1980
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Reliability and punctuality
- Verbal and written communication
- Food safety knowledge
- Money Handling
- Safe Food Handling
- Cash handling expertise
- Sanitation Practices
- Equipment Operation
- Professionalism and Etiquette
- Nutrition understanding
- Batch Cooking
- Cooking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Time Management
- Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
Cafeteria Assistant
Oldmans Township School
10.2022 - Current
Deli Clerk
Acme
11.1988 - 06.2022
High School Diploma -
Penns Grove Highschool