PHILLIP EBIEM
Irvington
Summary
Detail-oriented Dishwasher/Prep with strong experience in food preparation and event hosting. Established valuable relationships with customers and the community while supporting over 40 customers daily. Recognized as Customer Service of the Month and skilled in time management and critical thinking. Assisted management with administrative tasks, including scheduling, inventory monitoring, and shipment processing.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Chef
Van Gogh ear cafe
Union
03.2026 - Current
- Prepared ingredients according to recipe specifications for daily menu items.
- Supported chefs by executing cooking tasks and enhancing food presentation for customer orders.
- Assisted in preparing a variety of desserts for special events, ensuring quality and presentation.
- Trained new staff on food preparation techniques and safe equipment usage to ensure consistency.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, including mixers, slicers, and ovens.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen work areas during shifts.
- Stocked supplies and ingredients daily to ensure uninterrupted kitchen operations.
Dishwasher
Van Gogh ear cafe
Union
01.2026 - Current
- Operated dishwashing equipment efficiently and safely.
- Maintained cleanliness of dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
- Followed sanitation guidelines to ensure food safety standards.
- Transported kitchen utensils to front of house for organization
- Moved the kitchen utensils to the front of the house to be ready to be organized
- Managed waste disposal and recycling to support sustainability efforts.
Catering Server
Self Employed Services
Irvington
01.2025 - Current
- Served food and beverages to guests during events.
- Provided excellent customer service throughout events.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal delivery.
- Collaborated with clients to customize catering services.
- Assisted with menu planning and food preparation tasks.
- Set up dining areas for events and functions.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while ensuring accuracy and quality of work.
Cashier
Anna E African Market LLC
11.2024 - 04.2025
- Greeted customers and assisted in locating requested items to enhance shopping experience
- Adhered to company policies and procedures to ensure compliance and maintain safety standards
- Performed cashier duties by ringing up sales ,processing payments
- Handled the company money with a professional manner
- Processed cash and credit payments accurately to facilitate seamless transactions
- Stocked shelves with merchandise according to the company standard
Education
Irvington high school
newark, Nj 09.2023 - 07.2026
Skills
- Culinary techniques
- Food preparation
- Cash management
- Time management
- Needs assessment
- Team collaboration
- Team building
- Adaptability
- Customer Service
- Customer service
- Social skills
Timeline
Prep Chef
Van Gogh ear cafe
03.2026 - Current
Dishwasher
Van Gogh ear cafe
01.2026 - Current
Catering Server
Self Employed Services
01.2025 - Current
Cashier
Anna E African Market LLC
11.2024 - 04.2025
Irvington high school
09.2023 - 07.2026