Sean Testa
North Arlington,NJ
Summary
Reliable food service worker bringing several years of experience in food preparation and customer service. Took orders and made food quickly. Knowledgeable and experienced in food handling procedures.
Enthusiastic food service worker familiar preparing food ingredients and preparing dishes according to recipes. Conscientious and self-directed professional successful at working quickly in independent capacities. Knowledgeable about front of house and back of house protocols with training in cuisine.
Diligent professional offering food handling experience and focus on quality service. Skilled in managing ingredient preparation and kitchen organization. Dedicated to providing exceptional, consistent service to customers.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2004
2004
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Food Service Worker
Chartwells Schools Dining Services
Rutherford, New Jersey
08.2010 - Current
- Prepared nutritious meals following established recipes and food safety guidelines.
- Assisted in serving meals to students and staff in a timely manner.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas to ensure a safe environment.
- Prepare cold salads
- Prep for the day
- Prepare sandwich and wrap platters for catering events on campus
- Prepare breakfast items on a flat top grill
- Shop Steward experience
- Responded to dietary needs by providing appropriate meal options for students.
- Followed food safety regulations pertaining to sanitation, food handling and storage.
- Operated cash register to process cash, check, and credit card transactions.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up workstations with necessary supplies.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware.
- Performed variety of duties related to food service.
- Cleaned kitchen areas, equipment and utensils.
- Stocked supplies such as food, dishes, utensils, and cleaning materials.
- Set up, restocked and cleaned dining areas.
- Followed staff performance and service standards to deliver consistent and positive customer experiences.
- Greeted customers upon arrival in the dining area.
- Maintained professional demeanor during interactions with customers and co-workers.
- Acquired new skills to support team and further accommodate customer needs.
- Received food orders from individuals and explained offerings.
- Prepared beverages such as coffee, tea, soda.
- Organized take-out orders for customers who requested them.
- Prevented spoilage and cross-contamination by storing food in designated containers and storage areas.
- Checked temperatures of freezers, refrigerators and heating equipment to ensure proper functioning.
PM Operations Manager
D &f deli
Kearny, New Jersey
10.2005 - 05.2009
- Managed daily operations and workflow in a fast-paced deli environment.
- Coordinated staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage during peak hours.
- Oversaw inventory management, tracking stock levels and ordering supplies.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures and customer service standards.
- Implemented food safety protocols to maintain compliance with health regulations.
- Enhanced customer experience by resolving complaints and addressing feedback promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to promote efficiency.
- Assigned tasks to cross-functional teams based on individual strengths and capabilities.
- Prepare hot and cold food daily
- Close down the store after shifts
Education
Kearny High School
Kearny , NJ Skills
- Meal preparation
- Food safety compliance
- Cash register operation
- Inventory management
- Knife skills
- Flat top experience
- Custom service
Timeline
Food Service Worker
Chartwells Schools Dining Services
08.2010 - Current
PM Operations Manager
D &f deli
10.2005 - 05.2009
Kearny High School