Shandricka Postell
Montezuma,GA
Summary
Versatile and results-driven professional with a robust background in the food service and safety sectors, notably at Tyson Foods. Excelled in enhancing sanitation practices and reducing food waste, demonstrating a keen aptitude for menu development and team leadership. Skilled in fostering effective team collaboration and implementing innovative food safety measures, achieving significant improvements in operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
Sodexo Food Service
09.2022 - 07.2024
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
- Collaborated with management team to develop new menu items.
Quality Assurance Food Safety Technician
Tyson Foods
01.2017 - 07.2022
- Conducted regular audits of sanitation practices in production areas to maintain a clean and safe working environment free from potential sources of contamination.
- Improved communication between departments by participating in regular meetings and sharing relevant findings from quality assurance activities.
- Ensured compliance with food regulations by maintaining accurate documentation and records of quality assurance activities.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address product issues, improving overall customer satisfaction.
- Contributed to new product development processes by providing input on potential food safety concerns and recommendations for mitigation strategies.
- Conducted training sessions on food safety standards and best practices, raising awareness among production staff members.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by identifying areas for process optimization, leading to increased productivity and cost savings.
- Monitored industry trends in food safety regulations, making necessary adjustments to internal processes as needed to maintain compliance.
- Documented and escalated deviations to supervisors and recommended resolutions.
- Developed and delivered training on quality assurance procedures and production operations.
- Evaluated recipe proposals to assess plans and identify ingredient issues.
- Kept eye on quality assurance information to review compliance against specifications and company standards.
General Laborer
Perdue Farms, Inc.
03.2014 - 06.2017
- Assisted team members with tasks that require group effort.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Adapted quickly to new tasks or changes in project scope, demonstrating flexibility in skillset and problem-solving abilities.
- Increased productivity with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Assisted in the successful completion of various construction projects through diligent labor and attention to detail.
- Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols while operating machinery and equipment.
Team Member
Popeyes® Louisana Kitchen
01.2012 - 04.2014
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Addressed and resolved customer complaints in polite and professional manner.
- Developed strong customer service and product knowledge skills to enhance individual and team performance.
- Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and accurate responses to inquiries, addressing concerns, and resolving issues.
- Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
- Achieved high level of customer service with thorough product knowledge and attentive assistance.
- Reduced wait times for customers by implementing more efficient checkout process.
Housekeeping Aide
Pioneer Health Services Inc.
05.2009 - 05.2012
- Streamlined housekeeping processes for increased efficiency and timely room turnover.
- Reported equipment malfunctions or breakdowns to your supervisor .
- Trained other staff members by physically demonstrating complex tasks.
- Coordinated with other departments such as maintenance and front desk staff for efficient communication regarding room status updates or other concerns affecting guests'' stay experience.
- Conducted routine inspections of guest rooms and public spaces to ensure adherence to cleanliness standards.
- Adhered strictly to company policies and guidelines concerning hygiene practices, upholding a high standard of cleanliness at all times.
- Maintained inventory of cleaning supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels for daily operations.
- Performed deep-cleaning tasks on a regular basis, ensuring the long-term preservation of hotel assets such as furniture and fixtures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Macon County High School
Montezuma, Ga05.1992
Skills
- Sanitation Practices
- Cooking
- Customer Service
- Nutrition Awareness
- Food Preparation
- Menu Planning
- Supply Restocking
- Operations Management
- Performance Improvement
- Safe Food Handling
- Cleaning and sanitization
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Excellent Communication
- Menu development
- Team Leadership
- Meal Preparation
- Problem-solving abilities
- Organizational Skills
- Food Processing
- Kitchen Sanitation
- Interpersonal Communication
- Decision-Making
- Food Production
Certification
- [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]
- Certified [Job Title], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
Timeline
Cook
Sodexo Food Service
09.2022 - 07.2024
Quality Assurance Food Safety Technician
Tyson Foods
01.2017 - 07.2022
General Laborer
Perdue Farms, Inc.
03.2014 - 06.2017
Team Member
Popeyes® Louisana Kitchen
01.2012 - 04.2014
Housekeeping Aide
Pioneer Health Services Inc.
05.2009 - 05.2012
High School Diploma -
Macon County High School
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