Sahayla Downard
Summary
Dynamic and adaptive professional with a proven track record at Volante Senior Living, excelling in dining customer service and team member support. Mastered espresso machine operation and server training, significantly enhancing service quality and efficiency. Demonstrated exceptional ability to meet customer needs with creativity and speed, fostering a positive dining experience.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Baker
Provisions market hall
Eugene, Oregon
02.2025 - Current
- Prepared a variety of baked goods following standardized recipes.
- Operated ovens, mixers, and other baking equipment safely and efficiently.
- Monitored baking times and temperatures to ensure product quality.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and organized workspace.
- Collaborated with other bakers on staff to complete tasks efficiently within set deadlines.
- Measured, mixed and prepped raw materials according to company specifications and recipes.
- Baked fresh pastries for cafes and restaurants.
- Prepared dough for a variety of bakery items such as pastries, cakes and cookies.
Server
Volante Senior living
Eugene, OR
01.2024 - 10.2024
- Ensured top-notch service quality to achieve customer satisfaction.
- Supported training initiatives for incoming servers.
- Ensured precise and prompt order taking.
- Kept up-to-date with preparation methods and techniques.
- Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
- Carried out opening and closing tasks efficiently.
- Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
Dishwasher/Food Preparation Worker
Creswell Bakery
Creswell, OR
07.2022 - 06.2023
- Sanitized cooking equipment.
- Completed routine culinary chores including ingredient prep.
- Prepared sandwiches, salads, and other food items according to customer specifications.
- Assisted other cooks in preparing large batches of food items for buffets or special events.
- Inspected all returned dishes for cleanliness before restocking them on shelves.
- Developed great team spirit with other personnel by pitching in and helping with task completion.
Education
High School Diploma -
Creswell High School
Creswell, OR06-2023
Skills
- Hostess support
- Table resetting
- Food inspection
- Team member support
- Daily specials memorization
- Point of sale system
- Dining customer service
- Server training
- Buffet setup and takedown
- Opening and closing duties
- Espresso machine operation
- Speedy and efficient
- Adaptive and creative
- Kitchen station support
Affiliations
- Baking
- Cooking
- Painting
- Hiking
Certification
- Food Handlers
- CPR and First Aid
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Baker
Provisions market hall
02.2025 - Current
Server
Volante Senior living
01.2024 - 10.2024
Dishwasher/Food Preparation Worker
Creswell Bakery
07.2022 - 06.2023
High School Diploma -
Creswell High School