Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Interests
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Preston Russell

Spring Hill,TN

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with a strong work ethic, recognized for enhancing efficiency at Circa by streamlining dish organization and reducing wait times. Skilled in food safety and sanitation standards, I excel in fast-paced environments, ensuring customer satisfaction while minimizing waste and managing workloads effectively.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Lead Dishwasher

Circa - New American/Southern Restaurant
08.2024 - Current
  • Increased workplace safety by consistently adhering to health and sanitation guidelines.
  • Promoted a positive work environment with strong communication skills among all staff members.
  • Reduced wait times for clean dishes by prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to implement a system for organizing dirty dishes, streamlining the cleaning process and improving overall efficiency.
  • Ensured consistent high-quality service by inspecting dishes for cleanliness before returning them to the kitchen staff or storage area.

Cook Apprentice

Arby's
02.2024 - 08.2024
  • Handled high-pressure situations calmly and effectively, ensuring customer satisfaction even during busy periods or unexpected challenges.
  • Received positive feedback from coworker for staying on task and keeping up with demand.
  • Managed food costs by carefully portioning ingredients as instructed and minimizing waste, contributing to overall restaurant profitability.
  • Improved cooking speed while maintaining quality, streamlining the preparation process during busy shifts.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Applied Science - Audio Engineering And Production

SAE Institute of Technology
Nashville, TN
12-2027

High School Diploma -

Penn Foster High School
Spring Hill, TN
11-2023

Skills

  • Punctuality
  • Food safety
  • Workload prioritization
  • Sanitation standards
  • Chemical handling
  • Waste reduction
  • Fast-paced environment
  • Strong work ethic
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Customer service excellence

Interests

  • Music - play guitar and piano
  • Singing, writing and producing music
  • Gym Workouts
  • Outdoor Recreation Hiking and swimming
  • Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
  • Team Sports - played baseball and football

Timeline

Lead Dishwasher

Circa - New American/Southern Restaurant
08.2024 - Current

Cook Apprentice

Arby's
02.2024 - 08.2024

Bachelor of Science - Applied Science - Audio Engineering And Production

SAE Institute of Technology

High School Diploma -

Penn Foster High School
Preston Russell