Patricia Jones
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Knowledgeable School Cafeteria Worker specializing in inventory receiving, sorting, and storing. Expertise includes equipment operation and maintenance. Maintain cost controls through correct portioning and minimizing waste. Hardworking Server who thrives under pressure and goes above and beyond to create unforgettable guest experiences. 4 year’s experience serving up to 500-600.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Altanta Public School
Cafeteria assistant
Atlanta, GA
04.2019 - 05.2023
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Assisted in the preparation of food items, such as sandwiches, salads, and desserts.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, counters, and surfaces to maintain a safe working environment.
- Served customers quickly and efficiently while maintaining high standards of customer service.
- Operated cash registers accurately and efficiently to process payments from customers.
- Maintained cleanliness of dining area by wiping tables, sweeping floors, and clearing dishes from tables.
- Followed health and safety regulations when preparing meals or handling food products.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly in a courteous manner.
- Prepared hot entrees according to recipes and instructions provided by supervisor.
Assistant Cafeteria
Aramark
Atlanta, GA
08.2018 - 05.2019
- School food service employees in an individual school are responsible for the preparation and serving of all menu items
- Additional responsibilities include cleaning and dish washing, as well as the care of some equipment
- Employees in cafeterias and kitchens include cooks, bakers, dishwashers and cashiers
- School nutrition employees also may work at the district level as bookkeepers, secretaries, drivers and production/warehouse facility worker.
Assistant Cafeteria
Preferred Meals Inc.
07.2015 - 05.2018
- Served food according to temperature, safety, and presentation guidelines
- Provided exemplary service to students, staff, and visitors
- Cleaned and sanitized surfaces, tools, and equipment
- Prepared ingredients and recipe components ahead of time
- Cooked food per recipe requirements in large batches for routine school breakfasts, lunches, and special events
- Tracked meal purchases and accepted payments at the cash register
- Provided friendly and attentive service.
Assistant Cafeteria
Sodexo At Atlanta Public Schools
Atlanta, GA
08.2015 - 05.2016
- School food service employees in an individual school are responsible for the preparation and serving of all menu items
- Additional responsibilities include cleaning and dish washing, as well as the care of some equipment
- Employees in cafeterias and kitchens include cooks, bakers, dishwashers and cashiers
- School nutrition employees also may work at the district level as bookkeepers, secretaries, drivers and production/warehouse facility workers.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
Education
High School Diploma -
D.M. Therrell High School
01.2004
Skills
- Standardized recipes
- Money handling
- Problem-solving
- Salad bar
- Special requirement
- Verbal and written communication
- Ingredient preparation
- Customer service
- Inventory control
- Self-motivated
- Product stocking
- Scanner operation
- Shipping and receiving background
- Menu planning
- Quick learner
- Food allergy knowledge
- Outgoing
- Hospitality expertise
- Food safety procedures
- Dishwashing
- Problem-Solving
- Safe Food Handling
- Kitchen Support
- Allergy sensitivities
- Food Storage Procedures
- Nutrition understanding
- Ingredient Preparation
- Waste Reduction
- Food Production
- Money Handling
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Food Quality Standards
- Food safety knowledge
- Equipment Operation
- Portion Control
- Cleaning and sanitation
References
References are available on request.
Otherexperience
Briefly list additional skills or experience.
Timeline
Altanta Public School
Cafeteria assistant
04.2019 - 05.2023
Assistant Cafeteria
Aramark
08.2018 - 05.2019
Assistant Cafeteria
Sodexo At Atlanta Public Schools
08.2015 - 05.2016
Assistant Cafeteria
Preferred Meals Inc.
07.2015 - 05.2018
High School Diploma -
D.M. Therrell High School