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Education
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Sarah Tarpley

Madison

Summary

Business professional with keen eye for administrative excellence and customer service. Proven track record in managing reception duties with high accuracy, ensuring smooth daily operations and client satisfaction. Thrives in team settings and adapts to dynamic demands, showcasing proficiency in multitasking and problem-solving.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Food Prep Cook

Chick-fil-A
10.2024 - Current
  • Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
  • Assembled, stored and disposed of food using proper food handling, labeling and safety techniques.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by following food safety guidelines and proper equipment usage.
  • Excelled under pressure during peak service hours, maintaining accuracy and speed throughout meal rushes.
  • Coordinated food preparation and timed completion to allow prompt serving of tasty, plentiful and nutritious food at correct temperature to valued customers.
  • Enhanced food quality by adhering to proper preparation techniques and maintaining a clean work area.
  • Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils.
  • Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
  • Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions
  • Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.

Food Prep Cook

Maple Street Biscuit
05.2023 - 08.2025
  • Collaborated with other cooks for seamless teamwork, ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment.
  • Upheld high standards of food quality by regularly inspecting ingredients for freshness and discarding any subpar items.
  • Improved overall kitchen workflow by multitasking effectively and anticipating needs of fellow staff members.
  • Contributed to positive team morale with strong communication skills and a collaborative attitude during busy shifts.
  • Trained new employees in food preparation techniques, kitchen protocols, and sanitation standards to ensure consistency across the team.
  • Supported culinary team by assisting with daily prep tasks such as chopping vegetables, marinating meats, or preparing sauces from scratch when needed.
  • Stocked ingredients, tracked expenses and maintained foodservice equipment in proper operating condition.
  • Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
  • Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.

Food Prep Cook

Chicken Salad Chick
10.2021 - 05.2023
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
  • Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
  • Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by following food safety guidelines and proper equipment usage.
  • Excelled under pressure during peak service hours, maintaining accuracy and speed throughout meal rushes.
  • Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils.
  • Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
  • Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.

Receptionist

Bangs Salon and Spa
02.2011 - 07.2015
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
  • Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
  • Resolved customer problems and complaints.
  • Handled cash transactions and maintained sales and payments records accurately.
  • Streamlined front desk operations for increased efficiency by effectively managing phone calls, emails, and walk-in clients.
  • Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities while managing numerous tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
  • Provided administrative support to staff members by handling correspondence, filing documents, and managing office supplies inventory.
  • Improved appointment scheduling system, reducing wait times and increasing client satisfaction.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Cosmetology

The Salon Professional Academy
Huntsville, AL
08-2015

Skills

  • Team collaboration
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Attention to detail
  • Customer service
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Time management
  • Active listener
  • Efficient multitasking
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Inventory management

Timeline

Food Prep Cook

Chick-fil-A
10.2024 - Current

Food Prep Cook

Maple Street Biscuit
05.2023 - 08.2025

Food Prep Cook

Chicken Salad Chick
10.2021 - 05.2023

Receptionist

Bangs Salon and Spa
02.2011 - 07.2015

Associate of Applied Science - Cosmetology

The Salon Professional Academy
Sarah Tarpley