Oleksandra Lurchuk
Virginia Beach
Summary
Dynamic English Teacher with a proven track record of creating engaging lesson plans that inspire student participation and enhance comprehension. Skilled in tailoring course materials to align with established standards while addressing the unique academic needs of each student. Committed to fostering a motivating learning environment that encourages achievement of educational goals and exceeds expectations. Passionate about cultivating a love for literature and language, empowering students to develop critical thinking and communication skills essential for future success.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line/Prep Cook
Westminster Canterbury
09.2025 - 11.2025
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
- Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
- Prioritized and re-prioritized kitchen tasks based on fluctuating demands.
- Suggested actionable improvements to streamline training procedures.
- Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced environment.
- Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Planned menus for different events, seasons and customer requests.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Line Cook
Tides Coastal Kitchen
03.2024 - 09.2025
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
- Maintained impeccable time management skills, especially during peak hours of service..
- Verified proper portion sizes to consistently attain high food quality standards.
- Managed inventory and ordered food and supplies to maintain adequate stock.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Convenience Store Clerk
Wawa
02.2024 - 03.2024
- Stocked merchandise on display shelves and racks to provide good selection for customers.
- Received inventory from vendors and entered merchandise into inventory database to keep accurate records.
- Met safe food handling protocols to comply with company, [Location] health department and industry standards.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
- Followed cash handling, inventory accountability and fueling station procedures as part of operations.
- Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
- Processed returns and handled exchanges quickly to provide positive store experiences.
- Operated POS systems to accurately process customer purchases.
- Volunteered to assist with projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels.
- Processed credit, debit and cash transactions correctly to obtain full payment of customer purchases.
- Provided correct change for purchases to avoid customer confusion or disputes.
- Resolved complaints by providing knowledgeable, quick service to meet any need and promote loyalty.
- Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
- Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
- Processed refunds and exchanges in accordance with company policy.
- Responded promptly to requests for assistance, spills and customer inquiries.
- Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
- Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
- Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Set up new sales displays each week with fresh merchandise.
- Conducted inventory counts by adding each item in stock and documenting in computer system.
- Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
- Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
Deli Clerk
Kroger
12.2023 - 02.2024
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
- Responded to telephone inquiries regarding available products and services and helped customers make appropriate choices.
- Delivered exemplary customer service to guests, even in peak business periods to promote retention.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Took special orders for event catering and party trays, assisting customers by recommending additional items, condiments, and garnishes.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Monitored inventory levels to order new supplies and maintain consistent stock.
- Offered product samples to customers, generating additional sales through taste-testing.
- Operated cash register to manage cash and credit card transactions, providing receipts for proof of transaction.
- Accurately operated cash register to process customer payments.
- Replenished serving stations with fresh food and cleaned up spills.
- Loaded food, dishes and utensils on carts and trays to transport from designated food preparation areas to designated tables.
- Checked on dining areas frequently to clean up spills, wipe down tables and restock stations.
- Properly labeled and stored food and fresh ingredients in cooler or freezer to optimize freshness.
- Kept pastry and dessert case stocked with fresh selections and arranged to entice orders.
- Kept drawer balanced by accurately processing cash, credit and debit payments.
- Reconciled receipt totals, cash and credit payments to address shortages.
- Documented customer orders and conveyed special requests to kitchen staff.
- Loaded dishwasher with china and thoroughly hand-washed dishes, pans and utensils to tidy up serving line.
- Kept kitchen, counter and dining areas cleaned and sanitized.
- Performed serving, cleaning and stocking to high standards and provided excellent customer satisfaction.
- Replenished condiments, beverages, and supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Prepared recipe ingredients by washing, peeling, cutting, and measuring.
English Teacher
Secondary School 160
01.2016 - 02.2022
- Degree: Bachelor of Pedagogical Education
- Maintain great organization skills, time management skills, and patience for all students of varying age ranges to create a safe, inclusive and healthy learning environment to allow students to excel.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Designed and facilitated group projects to foster teamwork and problem-solving skills.
- Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
- Assessed and evaluated student performance through use of standardized testing.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
- Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
Professional Nanny
Self-employeed
09.2010 - 12.2015
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Administered basic first-aid and medication in emergency situations.
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
- Developed and implemented behavior management strategies to minimize indiscipline and guide children in attaining positive behavior.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional, and social well-being.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Transported children to and from school, medical appointments, and extra-curricular activities.
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
- Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
Ice Cream Maker
Cold Stone in Six Flags Great America
06.2010 - 09.2010
- Offered samples of new ice cream flavors to customers.
- Kept work area tidy and sanitary, promptly addressing spills, and other messes.
- Adhered to company safety policies and procedures for proper food safety and sanitation.
- Introduced new menu items, sundae toppings, and cone varieties to encourage upselling and add-on purchases.
- Discarded expired food items and disposed of waste for hygienic food preparation environments.
- Operated food production equipment safely and responsibly for quality output.
- Assembled and packaged food items securely to meet company standards.
- Monitored food production and quality control to achieve agreed standards.
- Worked in production to improve efficiency.
- Complied with food storage and handling procedures for safe, hygienic operations.
- Maintained ingredients and supplies inventories, enabling timely stock replenishment.
- Selected correct ingredients and garnishes according to recipe specifications.
- Cleaned and sterilized factory processing containers and work areas to keep foods safe.
- Followed instructions and processes to maintain food and beverage integrity.
- Chose, inspected, weighed, and measured ingredients for each production run.
- Worked with large vats, paddles and agitators to blend, mix and heat raw materials.
- Cultivated positive work setting for all employees by actively listening and communicating with team members focused on common goals.
- Assessed issues with faulty equipment and utilized troubleshooting methods to alleviate problems and restore optimal production levels.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and organized to promote safety, productivity and team success.
- Sorted final products according to specified regulatory, customer or company standards.
- Adjusted equipment during runs to maintain optimal settings and achieve high-quality products.
- Created batches of food products with specified flavor, texture, clarity, bouquet and color profiles by following production recipes and procedures.
- Prepared mixtures by properly filling kettles, pressure cookers and other processing containers with exact ingredients in accurate proportions.
- Served customers their orders with their specified orders while maintaining a positive atmosphere towards customers and workers, especially during peak hours.
- Closed facility and made sure facility is cleaned up at the end of the shift.
Crew Team Member
Six Flags Great Adventure
06.2010 - 09.2010
- Assisted other team members to achieve goals.
- Operated cash register to ring up final bill and process various forms of payment.
- Trained new team members on procedures, customer service, and sales techniques.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Addressed guest needs, questions, or concerns to create optimum experience onboard.
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
- Became familiar with products to answer questions and make suggestions.
Shop Assistant
Silpo
06.2009 - 09.2009
- Greeted customers entering store and offered assistance with requirements.
- Checked incoming orders and organized new stock.
- Remained calm and composed in tense situations involving angry or upset customers.
- Collected payment by cash, debit or credit card and used Point of Sale system to process transaction.
- Organized shelves to remove slow moving items and add new merchandise.
- Assisted customers in finding items and explained benefits and services to increase sales and satisfaction.
- Swept and mopped floor, wiped windows and fixtures after closing to support cleanliness and maintain organized store.
- Helped managers with daily checklists and last-minute requirements.
- Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
- Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Pedagogical Education, English Teacher Certified, Focus in Spanish And Foreign Literature
Borys Hrinchenko Kyiv Municipal Pedagogical University
Kyiv, UA08.2010
Skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Adaptable learner
- Fluency in foreign languages
- Effective team collaboration
- Problem-solving expertise
- Efficient time management
- Skilled in prioritizing multiple responsibilities
- Efficient typing
- Computer system management
- Effective communication
- Effective organization
- Service excellence
Certification
- CPR & First Aid Certified
- MedCertify, Louisville KY — Certification
- January 2024 - March 2024
- Certified Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR) – HRCI
- Cisco, Syracuse NY — Certification
- Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Cybersecurity, Cisco
- ServSafe Food Handler — Certification
- 2024-04-21 – 2027-04-21
- National Restaurant Association, Chicago IL
LANGUAGES
Ukrainian
Russian
English
Spanish
Timeline
Line/Prep Cook
Westminster Canterbury
09.2025 - 11.2025
Line Cook
Tides Coastal Kitchen
03.2024 - 09.2025
Convenience Store Clerk
Wawa
02.2024 - 03.2024
Deli Clerk
Kroger
12.2023 - 02.2024
English Teacher
Secondary School 160
01.2016 - 02.2022
Professional Nanny
Self-employeed
09.2010 - 12.2015
Ice Cream Maker
Cold Stone in Six Flags Great America
06.2010 - 09.2010
Crew Team Member
Six Flags Great Adventure
06.2010 - 09.2010
Shop Assistant
Silpo
06.2009 - 09.2009
Bachelor's Degree - Pedagogical Education, English Teacher Certified, Focus in Spanish And Foreign Literature
Borys Hrinchenko Kyiv Municipal Pedagogical University