Quytarra Harris
Lexington,SC
Summary
Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
STUDENT AMBASSADOR AND WORK-STUDY STUDENT
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Richmond, VA
03.2020 - 07.2022
- Maintained consistent attendance, achieving a perfect record for multiple semesters.
- Facilitated communication between faculty members and parents regarding academic progress of enrolled students.
- Provided guidance to newly admitted students on course selection and other matters related to student life.
- Reynolds Student Ambassadors assist with planning and organizing events on campus, such as open house, orientation, and alumni reunions.
PREP COOK
Shagbark
Richmond, VA
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Followed recipes to prepare meals according to customer specifications.
- Dressed, seasoned and garnished appetizers and salads to prepare for food service.
- Prepped vegetables and ingredients by washing, chopping and dicing.
- Measured and weighed food items to comply with portion requirements.
COOK
RVA Street Foodies
Richmond, VA
11.2021 - 03.2022
- Coalition of craft food vendors united to support Richmond businesses, education, and non-profits to create a positive environment for our community through artful and inspired food.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
LINE COOK
Manchester’s Table
Richmond, VA
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Monitored product freshness and rotation dates to maintain quality assurance standards.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
BACK LINE COOK, SERVER, & ASSISTANT MANAGER
Garfield’s Catering
Richmond, VA
09.2019 - 01.2021
- Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
- Adhered to sanitation policies at all times when handling food products.
- Increased revenue by providing a range of soul food choices like dine-in experiences, boxed lunches for on-the-go customers, carry-out meals for convenience seekers, and catering services for special events.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Richmond, VA12.2022
Certificate of Studies - Entrepreneurship in Small Business
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Richmond, VA12.2022
High School Diploma -
Huguenot High School
Richmond, VA01.2017
Skills
- Multitasking
- Time Management
- Strategy setting and implementation
- Innovation through collaboration
- Maintaining Clean & Safe Workplace
- Strategic Planning
- Microsoft Office
- Public Speaking & Communications
Certification
Servsafe Certification, 2019
References
- Danielle Greene, 2275 Sharon Road, 105, Menlo Park, CA, 94025, (804) 516-5991, dmgreene@stanford.edu
- Katelyn Eden, 1651 E. Parham Rd., Richmond, VA, 23228, (540) 273-1889, KEden@reynolds.edu
- LaTasha Corbin, 2235 Staples Mill Rd., 205, Richmond, VA, 2320, (804) 564-1998, (804) 334-0005, Latasha331@gmail.com
Timeline
PREP COOK
Shagbark
02.2022 - 05.2022
COOK
RVA Street Foodies
11.2021 - 03.2022
LINE COOK
Manchester’s Table
06.2021 - 08.2021
STUDENT AMBASSADOR AND WORK-STUDY STUDENT
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
03.2020 - 07.2022
BACK LINE COOK, SERVER, & ASSISTANT MANAGER
Garfield’s Catering
09.2019 - 01.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Certificate of Studies - Entrepreneurship in Small Business
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
High School Diploma -
Huguenot High School
Servsafe Certification, 2019
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