Nyron Gathers-Perry
New York,NY
Summary
Experienced kitchen assistant with a strong background in meal preparation and inventory management. Proven track record in team leadership and time management, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and enhancing overall kitchen productivity.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Cook/ School Lunch Helper
M.S. 390
The Bronx, New York
01.2007 - Current
- Prepared daily meals following school nutrition guidelines and safety protocols.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workspaces.
- Assisted head cook in menu planning and ingredient sourcing for diverse dishes.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes, standards, and dietary guidelines.
- Cleaned work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware.
- Provided assistance to cooks in preparing meals during busy periods.
- Monitored food storage temperatures to guarantee food safety compliance.
- Managed inventory by tracking supplies and placing orders as needed.
Cashier Team Lead
Dunce Reade
The Bronx, New York
08.2002 - 01.2007
- Supervised cashier team to ensure efficient customer service.
- Trained new cashiers on register operations and customer interactions.
- Managed cash drawer audits and reconciled discrepancies daily.
- Monitored inventory levels of cash register supplies and ordered as needed.
- Resolved customer complaints and provided solutions promptly.
- Assisted with training new cashiers and customer service team members to increase speed of onboarding.
- Answered customer questions and provided store information.
- Processed refunds and exchanges according to company policy.
- Supported other teams when necessary, such as stocking shelves or bagging groceries.
- Authorized discounts and special actions to resolve customer disputes and maintain satisfaction.
- Processed payments promptly for customers to exceed productivity standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
St. Helena Commicial High School
The Bronx, NY06-1998
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Bronx Community College
Bronx, NYSkills
- Meal preparation
- Food safety compliance
- Inventory management
- Menu planning
- Kitchen organization
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Food safety
- Cooking
- Cafeteria equipment operations
Timeline
Assistant Cook/ School Lunch Helper
M.S. 390
01.2007 - Current
Cashier Team Lead
Dunce Reade
08.2002 - 01.2007
High School Diploma -
St. Helena Commicial High School
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Bronx Community College