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Mikayla Walters

Denver,CO

Summary

Experienced with food preparation, knife handling, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. Utilizes efficient organizational skills to streamline kitchen processes and support chefs. Knowledge of food safety protocols and effective teamwork.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Prep Cook

Starfish Grill
02.2024 - 08.2024
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
  • Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
  • Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils.
  • Stocked inventory efficiently, enabling seamless transition between meal services.

Dishwasher/Prep Cook

Horizons
01.2022 - 08.2022
  • Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
  • Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
  • Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
  • Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
  • Weighing portion sizes to ensure every dish was up to chef's standards.
  • Taking apart and cleaning kitchen equipment such as blenders, grills, and large mixers.
  • maintaining cleanliness of and organizing dry storage, freezers, and coolers.
  • Worked with chemicals such as detergent, rinse agents, and sanitizers to protect customer health.
  • Maximized dishwasher efficiency by regularly inspecting and performing minor maintenance on the machine when necessary.
  • Streamlined waste management procedures, effectively sorting and disposing of garbage and recycling materials.

Server

Dennys Restaurant
11.2021 - 03.2022
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
  • Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.

Crew Member

McDonald's
03.2019 - 10.2019
  • Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
  • Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
  • Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
  • Cleaned and maintained all areas of restaurant to promote clean image.
  • Ensured proper food storage protocols were followed, contributing to improved food safety measures within the establishment.
  • Trained new team members on procedures, customer service, and sales techniques.
  • Kept food preparation area, equipment, and utensils clean and sanitary.

Education

GED -

Richland's Highschool
8100 Richlands HWY, Richlands, NC 28574

Skills

  • Cleaning and organization
  • Efficient multitasking
  • Food handling
  • Cleanliness
  • Chopping vegetables
  • Ingredient inspection
  • Adherence to recipes
  • Recipe preparation
  • Safe food handling procedures
  • Dish preparation
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Grill operation

Timeline

Prep Cook

Starfish Grill
02.2024 - 08.2024

Dishwasher/Prep Cook

Horizons
01.2022 - 08.2022

Server

Dennys Restaurant
11.2021 - 03.2022

Crew Member

McDonald's
03.2019 - 10.2019

GED -

Richland's Highschool

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