Taniya Nesmith
Rochester
Summary
Dynamic and reliable culinary professional with experience, excelling in food preparation and customer service. Proven ability to thrive in high-pressure environments while maintaining quality and organization. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills foster teamwork and enhance workplace morale, ensuring exceptional dining experiences for guests.
Professional with focus on academic and administrative support roles. Proven ability to assist in various tasks, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in operations. Strong teamwork and adaptability skills, consistently achieving desired outcomes. Equipped with organizational, time management, and communication skills valued by employers.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Work Study Student
Fredonia State Intercultural Office
09.2022 - 05.2024
- Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining strong relationships with peers, supervisors, and students.
- Interacted respectfully with others to offer ideas, identify issues, and provide assistance.
- Collaborated with team members on various tasks, demonstrating adaptability and flexibility in different work situations.
- Engaged actively in professional development opportunities, continuously seeking to improve and grow in the work-study role.
- Greeted incoming office visitors, answered questions, and directed individuals to office locations.
- Implemented creative problem-solving strategies to address challenges faced during daily operations within the work-study position.
- Developed excellent customer service skills through interactions with diverse populations within the university community.
- Acted as a liaison between students and faculty members, addressing concerns and facilitating solutions for any issues that arose.
- Maintained confidentiality while handling sensitive information related to student records or university matters.
- Efficiently managed inventory levels of supplies and equipment for various departments within the university setting.
Crew Member Cook
Blasdell
09.2023 - Current
- Maintained a clean and organized kitchen environment for optimal food safety and quality assurance.
- Worked in fast-paced environment with sense of urgency to serve guests quickly.
- Prepared food items according to recipe to drive quality and consistency.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritizing responsibilities to ensure all aspects of the kitchen and service areas functioned smoothly.
- Trained new crew members on proper cooking techniques, food safety practices, and company policies.
- Collaborated with team members to provide seamless customer service during peak hours.
- Contributed to overall team success by proactively seeking opportunities for improvement and offering assistance to colleagues when needed.
- Contributed to positive workplace morale through effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Provided excellent customer service by taking orders, answering questions and responding to customer complaints.
Private Nanny
Individual Families
01.2018 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
- Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Adapted caregiving approaches based on individual needs of each child to provide personalized support.
Crew Member Cook
Dibellas
11.2021 - Current
- Handled high-pressure situations effectively, maintaining composure during rush periods while continuing to deliver exceptional service quality.
- Maintained a clean and organized kitchen environment for optimal food safety and quality assurance.
- Worked in fast-paced environment with sense of urgency to serve guests quickly.
- Prepared food items according to recipe to drive quality and consistency.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritizing responsibilities to ensure all aspects of the kitchen and service areas functioned smoothly.
- Contributed to positive workplace morale through effective communication and teamwork skills.
Server
Baywinde Senior Living
09.2018 - 01.2023
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
SUNY At Fredonia
Fredonia, NY05-2026
High School Diploma -
Webster Schroeder
Webster, NY06-2022
Skills
- Food preparation
- Workstation setup
- Grilling expertise
- Computer skills
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Leadership qualities
- Customer service
- Organization and multitasking
- Reliability and trustworthiness
- Active listener
- Child development
- Oral communication
- Approachable
- Cheerful and energetic
- Activity planning
Timeline
Crew Member Cook
Blasdell
09.2023 - Current
Work Study Student
Fredonia State Intercultural Office
09.2022 - 05.2024
Crew Member Cook
Dibellas
11.2021 - Current
Server
Baywinde Senior Living
09.2018 - 01.2023
Private Nanny
Individual Families
01.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
SUNY At Fredonia
High School Diploma -
Webster Schroeder
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