Nakai Duncan
Buffalo,NY
Summary
I am a highly motivated employee with strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. I'm adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. I'm very open minded, understanding, and optimistic about any inquiries and adversities that comes my way.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Apprentice
Massachusetts Avenue Project
Buffalo, NY
07.2022 - Current
- Researched or came up with recipes using the produce that is in season.
- Made value-added products to sell on our markets.
- Followed health and safety guidelines for food preparation and service.
- Kept track of food waste to ensure minimal loss.
- Cooked meals or specialty items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas throughout shift.
- Adhered fully to kitchen standards involving food production and safe food handling procedures.
Market Apprentice
Massachusetts Avenue Project
Buffalo, NY
07.2022 - Current
- Memorized the inventory such as knowing what fresh produce are in season, and from what local farms.
- Used good intuition and leadership skills about how the value-added products are formed.
- Operated on POS systems accurately and efficiently
- Pricing value-added products
- Stocking, replacing, and refreshing produce as needed throughout the day
- Cleaning throughout the day to be presentable and professional.
- Provided customer service support for inquiries
- Bookkeeping at the end of our markets
Airbrush Artist
Squiggly Art Face Painting
Buffalo, NY
06.2022 - Current
- Provided good customer service and body art services
- Organized customer lines
- Maintained the airbrush equipment
- Kept customers engaged as the body art is being provided.
- Studied different techniques to apply to artistic endeavors
- Applied to learn color theory and lighting techniques into designs to add dimensions and depth
- Conferred with clients regarding nature and content of artwork produced
Education
GED -
Homeschool
Buffalo, NY06-2025
Skills
- POS systems
- Leadership
- Inventory Tracking
- Customer Service
- Relationship Building
- Heavy Lifting (50lbs)
- Supply Stocking and Storage
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Recipe Development
- Food Preparation
- Kitchen Sanitation and safety
- Graphic arts design
Timeline
Kitchen Apprentice
Massachusetts Avenue Project
07.2022 - Current
Market Apprentice
Massachusetts Avenue Project
07.2022 - Current
Airbrush Artist
Squiggly Art Face Painting
06.2022 - Current
GED -
Homeschool
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