Mikella Foust
Rochester,MN
Summary
A highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Able to adapt to working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Also, a committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to better enhance the organizational brand. Finally a hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food Service Worker
Chartwells Schools Dining Services
Winona, MN
08.2022 - Current
- Cleaned kitchen areas, equipment, and utensils.
- Served meals to customers in a friendly and courteous manner.
- Maintained cleanliness standards for all service areas including the dining room, kitchen, and storage areas.
- Checked temperatures of freezers, refrigerators, and heating equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Adhered to safety procedures when handling sharp objects or hazardous materials.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding menu items or special requests.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up workstations with necessary supplies.
- Operated dishwashing machines safely and efficiently.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware.
- Performed a variety of duties related to food service.
- Set up, restocked, and cleaned dining areas.
- Acquired new skills to support the team and further accommodate customer needs.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Collaborated with team to deliver timely service of items.
Deli Clerk
Hy-Vee Grocery Store
Rochester, MN
08.2021 - Current
- Greeted customers in a friendly and professional manner.
- Maintained cleanliness of the deli area and equipment.
- Prepared all food orders according to customer specifications.
- Stocked shelves with fresh items daily.
- Rotated products on shelves to ensure freshness.
- Adhered to health and safety standards while preparing food.
- Trained new employees on proper handling of food, safety protocols, and customer service techniques.
- Assisted customers with selecting products from the deli case or menu board.
- Weighed, wrapped, and labeled meats, cheeses, salads, sandwiches. for customers' orders.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as restocking supplies and cleaning work areas at the end of shift.
- Worked collaboratively with other staff members to ensure efficient operation of the store operations during peak hours of business activity.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining a polite demeanor.
- Sanitized and kept work areas tidy by cleaning surfaces, equipment and floors, removing trash and maintaining machinery.
- Sliced meats and cheeses and weighed deli items for customers.
- Operated slicers and other equipment according to company guidelines to minimize accidents or injuries.
- Responded to customer questions regarding product availability.
- Organized ingredients and restocked supplies to prepare for busy periods.
- Stored food in designated areas following wrapping, dating, food safety and rotation procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Winona State University
Winona, MN01-2026
Minor - CAST Child Maltreatment
Winona State University
Winona, MN01-2026
Certification - Nursing Assistance
Rochester Community And Technical College
Rochester, MN05-2024
Skills
- Fast Learner
- Safe Food Handling
- Equipment Maintenance
- Relationship Building
- Customer Communication
- Health Code Compliance
- Relationship Management
- Active Listening
- Adaptable Nature
- Flexible And Adaptive
- Practical Learning
- Punctual And Reliable
Certification
- Mental Health First Aid Youth and Adult Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Food Service Worker
Chartwells Schools Dining Services
08.2022 - Current
Deli Clerk
Hy-Vee Grocery Store
08.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Winona State University
Minor - CAST Child Maltreatment
Winona State University
Certification - Nursing Assistance
Rochester Community And Technical College