Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
References
Timeline
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Rita Roberson

Washington,DC

Summary

Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant to the Head Chef

Chef Reese 210
Wasshington, DC
11.2023 - Current
  • Assisted the Head Chef with menu planning and food preparation for daily service.
  • Prepared ingredients for cooking, including washing, peeling, cutting and storing food items.
  • Organized workstations with necessary items to ensure efficient service.
  • Cleaned kitchen equipment and surfaces in accordance with health and safety regulations.
  • Ensured all dishes were served within standard time frames.
  • Checked quality of ingredients received from suppliers to guarantee freshness.
  • Adhered to food hygiene regulations while preparing meals according to recipes provided by the Head Chef.
  • Followed specific instructions given by the head chef when creating dishes or platters for special occasions.
  • Collaborated with other departments such as front-of-house staff to ensure smooth operations during peak hours.
  • Inspected finished plates before they were served to customers.
  • Prepared and cooked food under head chef's direction, following recipes and cooking instructions.
  • Participated in staff training sessions related to health and safety procedures in the kitchen environment.
  • Cleaned and sanitized food preparation areas, complying with hygiene codes and health and safety standards.
  • Prepared salads and meats according to recipes, chopping and storing items for later use.
  • Supported chefs in managing food preparation to achieve precise plating and presentation.

CEO

Happy Treats 'N' Eats
Grifton, NC
04.2021 - Current
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive marketing strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Identified areas of improvement in restaurant operations, staff training, menu development, pricing, and inventory management.
  • Created budgets for food costs, staffing needs, overhead expenses, and capital investments.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors for food supplies, equipment purchases, catering services.
  • Monitored daily operations including customer service delivery, kitchen production levels, cash handling procedures.
  • Conducted regular inspections of the premises to ensure cleanliness standards are met.
  • Established quality assurance protocols for food preparation processes to ensure consistency in product quality.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining high standards of hospitality.
  • Interacted closely with customers through social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter.
  • Managed food preparation, guest interaction, quality control and customer relations.
  • Received and scheduled food and beverage deliveries, checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Maintained cleanliness and sanitation across foodservice, storage and preparation stations.
  • Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
  • Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
  • Oversaw food preparation, production and presentation according to quality standards.
  • Inspected dining and serving areas for cleanliness and proper setup.
  • Promoted safe working conditions by monitoring safety procedures and equipment.
  • Resolved problems or concerns to satisfaction of involved parties.
  • Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
  • Oversaw daily operations of small business including customer service and financial management.
  • Organized events such as conferences, seminars, trade shows. for networking opportunities.
  • Photographed products for sale and posted pictures online to increase visibility and showcase current product availability.
  • Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
  • Supervised company social media and marketing efforts to expand brand awareness and attract new customers.
  • Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Wayne Sanderson
Kinston, NC
08.2018 - 01.2023
  • Received incoming shipments, verifying quantity and quality of items against purchase orders.
  • Maintained accurate records of all goods received and distributed in the warehouse.
  • Ensured that stock was properly stored in designated areas according to safety regulations.
  • Prepared invoices for customers, ensuring accuracy prior to shipment.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with pallet jacks or forklifts as needed.
  • Coordinated with vendors on shipping schedules and backorders.
  • Operated computers to access information related to shipping activities.
  • Performed regular cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records.
  • Adhered to all safety standards while working with heavy machinery such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
  • Reviewed customer orders for accuracy prior to shipping goods out of the facility.
  • Organized materials into appropriate storage areas based on product type or size.
  • Researched discrepancies between physical count of items versus inventory system reports.
  • Utilized RF scanners to track movements of inventory within the warehouse environment.
  • Managed hazardous material documentation requirements when preparing orders for shipment.
  • Checked customer orders, labeling and documentation prior to shipment to avoid delays.
  • Maintained inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
  • Checked items to be shipped against work orders to confirm correct quantities, destination and routing.

Education

Food Handlers/ Managers Certificate - Restaurant And Culinary Management

Almala Lives Culinary Institute
Washington, DC
02-2024

Diploma - Health Administration

Lincoln Technical Institute - Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA
12-2006

High School Diploma -

John Bartram High
Philadelphia, PA
06-1998

Skills

  • Kitchen Management
  • Food presentation
  • Sanitation Practices
  • Food safety knowledge
  • Food Storage
  • Portion Control
  • Knife Skills
  • Food Preparation
  • Menu Planning
  • Dish preparation
  • Temperature Control
  • Quality Assurance
  • Kitchen Safety
  • Cooking techniques
  • Food handling
  • Recipe Development
  • Customer Engagement
  • Recipe Adherence
  • Customer Service
  • Standards Compliance
  • Kitchen Equipment Operation
  • Ingredient Preparation
  • Decision-Making
  • Quality Assessment
  • Kitchen Station Restocking
  • Meal Tray Assembly
  • Cash Register Operation
  • Temperature Monitoring
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Meat and Poultry Slicing
  • Product Merchandising
  • Manual Dexterity
  • Self Motivation
  • Work Coordination
  • Time Management
  • Analytical Skills
  • Patient Dietary Requirements
  • Salad Bar and Buffet Maintenance
  • Grilling
  • Creative Thinking
  • Sauce and Soup Cooking
  • Sauce and Dressing Creation
  • Sweeping and Mopping
  • Food Portioning and Packaging
  • Team contribution
  • Goal Setting
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Proper storage and preservation
  • Problem-Solving
  • Active Listening
  • Team Leadership
  • Supply Restocking
  • Safety Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Excellent Communication
  • Task Prioritization
  • Team Collaboration
  • Organizational Skills
  • Meat Cutting
  • Meat Preparation
  • Workplace Safety
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Professionalism
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Reliability
  • Dessert Preparation
  • Food Handlers Card
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Salad Creation
  • Kitchen Staff Support
  • Effective Communication
  • Food Handler Certification
  • Vegetable and Fruit Preparation
  • Time management abilities
  • Professional Demeanor
  • Food Tray Delivery
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Menu Distribution

Certification

  • ServSafe (Certificate)
  • Certificate of Completion (Culinary Institute)
  • Healthcare Administration Management (Certificate)

Accomplishments

  • Excellence in Entrepreneurship
  • Outstanding student Chef

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Assistant to the Head Chef

Chef Reese 210
11.2023 - Current

CEO

Happy Treats 'N' Eats
04.2021 - Current

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Wayne Sanderson
08.2018 - 01.2023

Food Handlers/ Managers Certificate - Restaurant And Culinary Management

Almala Lives Culinary Institute

Diploma - Health Administration

Lincoln Technical Institute - Philadelphia

High School Diploma -

John Bartram High

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