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Naylin Young

Parker,CO

Summary

Highly motivated candidate with experience in food service. Adept at food preparation and knowledge of food safety regulations. Well-organized with upbeat nature and skills in organizing ingredients, minimizing waste and sanitizing kitchen surfaces. Team player attitude with a history of working with little oversight to optimize performance.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer

Dolores Project
11.2015 - 12.2022
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.

Garden Advisor

Tagawa Gardens
09.2015 - 05.2018
  • Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
  • Worked outdoors in weather conditions to care for plants and serve customers.
  • Maintained walkways and paths throughout gardens for safe navigation.
  • Restocked shelves with new items each day and rotated stock for optimal appearance.
  • Completed opening, closing, and shift change tasks efficiently to keep store ready for guests.
  • Pruned and trimmed plants and trees to maintain shape and promote healthy growth.
  • Assisted with plant sales and community garden initiatives to promote business and educate public about gardening.
  • Sought out customers to help and offered immediate assistance with locating items and making selections.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.

Kitchen Assistant

Douglas County School District
10.2013 - 09.2015
  • Cleaned and organized kitchen stations
  • Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables.
  • Cleaned and sanitized all cooking dishes and utensils.
  • Made food according to standard recipes while complying to school food regulations and health department standards.
  • Ensured the proper cooking and serving temperatures of foods where taken and recorded.
  • Stocked supplies including items in dry storage, food pantries and in walk in refrigerators.
  • Operated standard kitchen equipment with focus on safety and sanitation.
  • Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
  • Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
  • Plated and presented food following school guidelines

Server Supervisor

Revolution Foods
08.2012 - 10.2013
  • Trained servers on order management, food service quality and how to build rapport with guests.
  • Led team of servers to consistently meet customer service and sales targets.
  • Liaised between servers and upper management to address issues and manage challenges.
  • Enforced compliance with uniform and personal presentation standards.
  • Enforced compliance with food safety and sanitation standards throughout restaurant.
  • Monitored server performance and provided feedback to enhance server delivery.
  • Conducted performance evaluations to identify needed merit raises or disciplinary actions.
  • Controlled food costs and managed inventory.
  • Proactively communicated with servers to coordinate workflows and monitor service during busy shifts.
  • Completed daily procedure checklist and communicated changes to servers and kitchen staff.

Education

GED -

Southwestern High School
Hanover, PA
2004

Skills

  • Adaptability and Dependability
  • Special Assignments
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Administrative Support
  • Attention to Detail
  • Team Collaboration

Timeline

Volunteer

Dolores Project
11.2015 - 12.2022

Garden Advisor

Tagawa Gardens
09.2015 - 05.2018

Kitchen Assistant

Douglas County School District
10.2013 - 09.2015

Server Supervisor

Revolution Foods
08.2012 - 10.2013

GED -

Southwestern High School

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