Nakita Lowery
Gastonia,NC
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Covenant Village, excelling in high-pressure environments. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through exceptional cooking and food presentation. Strong multitasking and organization skills, coupled with effective communication, fostered teamwork and streamlined kitchen operations, ensuring timely service and high-quality dishes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Covenant Village
Gastonia, NC
07.2023 - Current
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
Packer
Total Packing Company
Charlotte, North Carolina
07.2017 - 06.2023
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, promoting safety and productivity.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Maintained neat and organized work area to safeguard items and comply with cleanliness standards.
- Complied with company policies and industry regulations throughout all packing activities, promoting a safe working environment.
- Ensured timely completion of orders through effective time management and multitasking skills.
- Enhanced packing efficiency by implementing proper techniques and ensuring correct product placement.
- Improved team collaboration through effective communication and coordination with coworkers.
Team Member
McDonald’s
Gastonia, NC
01.2015 - 07.2017
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Education
Certified - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Stepful
New York, NYHigh School Diploma -
Hunters Huss High School
Gastonia, NC01.2017
Skills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Multitasking and organization
Timeline
Cook
Covenant Village
07.2023 - Current
Packer
Total Packing Company
07.2017 - 06.2023
Team Member
McDonald’s
01.2015 - 07.2017
Certified - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Stepful
High School Diploma -
Hunters Huss High School