Preston Trent
Rutledge,Tennessee
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Pro
Olive Garden
08.2022 - 01.2026
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Trainer
Olive Garden
08.2022 - 01.2026
- Developed and implemented training programs for restaurant staff to enhance service quality.
- Facilitated onboarding sessions to acclimate new employees to operational standards.
- Conducted ongoing skill assessments to identify training needs and improve performance.
- Collaborated with management to refine training materials and ensure compliance with company policies.
- Mentored team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
- Coached employees on best practices, providing constructive feedback to support their professional growth.
Production
Olive Garden
08.2022 - 01.2026
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Truck counts for the store to make sure we never ran out of product
- Putting truck away/making sure everything is FIFO
- I have worked/trained in all of position's back of house
- Started out in dish worked all the up to opening line by myself
Cook
Olive Garden
08.2022 - 01.2026
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to Olive Garden recipes and quality standards.
- Ensured food safety and sanitation guidelines were consistently followed in kitchen operations.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain smooth kitchen workflow during peak hours.
- Trained new staff on cooking techniques, kitchen equipment usage, and safety protocols.
- Managed kitchen station efficiently, prioritizing tasks to meet service demands promptly.
Dishwasher
Olive Garden
08.2022 - 01.2026
- Operated industrial dishwashing equipment to ensure cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Maintained organized workstations to enhance operational efficiency and workflow.
- Assisted kitchen staff by ensuring timely availability of clean dishes and utensils, and when co-workers needed help else where I helped out there.
Shift Leader
Taco Bell
03.2020 - 07.2022
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment while ensuring all employees adhered to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, maintaining accurate records and minimizing discrepancies.
- Trained to be a shift lead at 18
Line Cook
Taco Bell
08.2022 - 01.2026
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations to ensure food safety compliance.
- Operated kitchen equipment, including grills, fryers, and ovens, following safety protocols.
Skills
- Customer service
- Culinary preparation
- Maintaining cleanliness and order
- Safe food handling
- Strong organizational skills
- Kitchen organization
- New hire training
- Culinary sauce preparation
- Strong focus on accuracy
- Food safety practices
- Proficient in teamwork
- Adaptable learner
- Driven professional
- Dependable and reliable
- Food storage
- Cleaning and organization
Timeline
Pro
Olive Garden
08.2022 - 01.2026
Trainer
Olive Garden
08.2022 - 01.2026
Production
Olive Garden
08.2022 - 01.2026
Cook
Olive Garden
08.2022 - 01.2026
Dishwasher
Olive Garden
08.2022 - 01.2026
Line Cook
Taco Bell
08.2022 - 01.2026
Shift Leader
Taco Bell
03.2020 - 07.2022