Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Key Manager/Cook Shift Leader/Expeditor
Brinker Internationl, Chili's Grill & Bar
Orlando
08.2021 - Current
Managed daily operations of the store, ensuring smooth and efficient functioning.
Enforced company policies regarding security, attendance, dress code.
Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety policies and procedures.
Implemented cost-saving measures where possible without compromising quality or service.
Provided leadership, guidance, and training to key staff members.
Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally.
Used Point of Sale register system to complete transactions.
Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Identified appropriate solutions to minimize issues and quickly solve problems.
Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
Counted and balanced registers.
Reviewed food orders to verify accuracy before they were sent out.
Provided direction to kitchen staff regarding food preparation, cooking times, portion sizes, and presentation of dishes.
Trained new cooks on proper food handling techniques.
Followed recipes and procedures to prepare, season and cook food products.
Followed "first in, first out" rule with every food and beverage item, tossing outdated and expired food products.
Managed kitchen staff, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality food production.
Fostered a collaborative and respectful kitchen environment, promoting team cohesion.
Led team in high-pressure environments, ensuring timely delivery of orders.
Received and stored food and supplies.
Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
Monitored temperature of hot foods, ensuring timely delivery of quality dishes to customers.
Communicated with wait staff and kitchen personnel regarding customer orders, menu modifications, and special requests.
Coordinated service for food runners and other kitchen staff.
Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
Auto Technician
Tire Kingdom
Saint Cloud
07.2020 - 08.2021
Reviewed work orders to determine the nature of problems reported by customers before beginning repairs.
Monitored inventory levels of spare parts in the workshop stockroom to ensure adequate supply availability at all times.
Performed routine maintenance and repair services on vehicles, including oil changes, tire rotations, brake repairs, and engine tune-ups.
Demonstrated a thorough understanding of various makes and models of cars through ongoing training courses.
Adhered strictly to safety regulations while performing auto repairs or servicing vehicles.
Operated lift equipment safely in order to raise vehicles off the ground during inspection or repair activities.
Installed new tires on customer vehicles following manufacturer's guidelines for size and pressure ratings.
Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
Removed, replaced, balanced and rotated new or used tires to maintain on-road safety
Cooperated with other technicians from different disciplines to achieve optimal integration.
Banquet Server/Assistant Cook
Royal Links Golf Club
Saint Cloud
10.2018 - 07.2020
Demonstrated knowledge of menu items, ingredients, and preparation methods.
Assisted with closing duties such as restocking supplies, wiping down surfaces.
Replenished beverages throughout meal service as needed.
Maintained cleanliness of work area throughout shift including tables, chairs and floors.
Cleared away used plates and utensils following end of meal service.
Communicated with chefs regarding any special requests from guests.
Assisted in the setup and breakdown of banquet tables, chairs, linens, and other equipment.
Replenished buffet lines with fresh foods as needed.
Set up stations for serving meals according to established guidelines.
Checked guest satisfaction levels throughout the event ensuring their needs were met promptly and courteously.
Carried trays of food items from kitchen to dining areas.
Handled food safely and kept spaces clean to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
Dishwasher/Prep Cook
The Catfish Place Of St. Cloud
Saint Cloud
06.2015 - 09.2018
Replenished soap dispensers with detergent when necessary.
Unloaded deliveries from vendors ensuring that all items were accounted for.
Maintained adequate levels of cleaning supplies for washing dishes.
Loaded dirty dishes into the dishwasher racks and unloaded clean dishes from the washer onto carts or shelves.
Swept and mopped floors in the kitchen area at regular intervals throughout shift.
Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
Prepped vegetables and ingredients by washing, chopping and dicing.
Measured and weighed food items to comply with portion requirements.
Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
Managed dish area organization and cleanliness.
Kept dishware, glasses and utensils ready for customer needs by quickly scraping, washing, and restacking items.