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Sarah Emory

Waxhaw,NC

Summary

Enthusiastic Culinary professional working twords a degree. Likes to experiment with different sauces and pastas. Also enjoys a fast pace work environment with diverse coworkers and learning new skills.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Line Cook

Cork & Ale
08.2024 - Current
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
  • Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
  • Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
  • Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.

Shift Lead

Subway
09.2023 - 08.2024
  • Completed store opening and closing procedures and balanced tills.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, ensuring safety standards were met consistently.
  • Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
  • Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Helped store management meet standards of service and quality in daily operations.
  • Responded to and resolved customer questions and concerns.
  • Completed cash and credit card transactions accurately using POS software.

Cashier

Harris Teeter
11.2022 - 07.2023
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.

Intern

Cuthbertson Middle School
11.2022 - 03.2023
  • Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff.
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
  • Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
  • Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.

Education

Associate in Culinary Arts - Culinary

Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC
12-2026

High School Diploma -

Emory Academy
Waxhaw, NC
12-2023

Skills

  • Effective time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Goal-oriented individual
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Food preparation
  • Knowledge of food safety standards
  • Knife skills
  • Grilling techniques
  • Server communication
  • Customer service

Certification

  • ServSafe

Timeline

Line Cook

Cork & Ale
08.2024 - Current

Shift Lead

Subway
09.2023 - 08.2024

Cashier

Harris Teeter
11.2022 - 07.2023

Intern

Cuthbertson Middle School
11.2022 - 03.2023

Associate in Culinary Arts - Culinary

Central Piedmont Community College

High School Diploma -

Emory Academy