Savion Kennedy

Food Service Assistant

Country Patio Restaurant

02.2022 - 06.2024

Adhered to safe work practices, food safety regulations, and corporate guidelines.
Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
Prepared orders on trays for dine-in orders or in bags for takeout orders.
Supported restaurant closing, restocking items and reporting shortages.
Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries from diverse suppliers, maintaining lists to minimize errors.
Assisted guests with menu choices, recommending pairings in alignment with preferences.
Offered information on menu items, garnishes and preparation methods to choosy guests.
Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
Replenished condiments, beverages, and supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas.
Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to enhance service.
Operated dishwashing and sanitizing equipment according to manufacturer instructions.
Prepared and served various food and drink items to customer specifications in fast-paced environments.
Handled cash transactions and point-of-sale operations to assist dining room staff during busy service periods.