Stafon Kendrick
Newark,NJ
Summary
Dynamic retail professional with a proven track record at Taco Bell, excelling in food safety and customer service. Recognized for training team members and enhancing operational efficiency. Skilled in cash handling and upselling, I bring strong communication abilities and a commitment to excellence in fast-paced environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Team Trainer
Taco Bell
Neptune City, New Jersey
01.2024 - 08.2025
- Trained team members on food preparation and safety standards.
- Monitored employee performance and provided constructive feedback.
- Received consistent accolades for exceptional job performance.
- Demonstrated proper use of kitchen equipment and safety protocols to staff.
- Mentored new hires on proper cash handling methods, food preparation standards, product knowledge, customer service protocols.
Intern
Complete Care at Shrewsbury
Newark, NJ
11.2024 - 06.2025
- Volunteer work with senior citizens.
- Consisted of activity and food delivery.
- Given work ethic recognition,
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in treatment areas for safety compliance.
Retail Associate
Six Flags, Inc.
Township of Jackson, NJ
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Achieved recognition for outstanding performance in cashier and shelf stocking roles.
- Executed efficient cash handling processes to expedite transactions.
- Maintained organized and fully stocked shelves to enhance product visibility.
- Gained valuable retail experience during summer employment at age 16.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Psychology
Rutgers University-Newark Campus
Newark, NJ05-2029
High school diploma -
Academy Charter High School
Belmar, NJ06.2025
Skills
- Upselling and retail sales
- Food service and safety
- Customer service and support
- Communication skills and face-to-face interaction
- Food handling and hygiene practices
- Order taking and payment processing
- Kitchen and restaurant experience
- Food allergen awareness
- Cooking and food preparation
- Driving and transportation
- Tutoring and mentoring
- Host/hostess experience
- Customer complaint resolution
- Casual dining experience
- Cash handling and Square operation
- Temperature control and portion management
Certification
ServSafe Allergens Certification
ServSafe Food Handler Certification
ServSafe Food Handler Certification
Accomplishments
- High Honor Roll
- Honor Roll
Languages
English, Fluent
Timeline
Intern
Complete Care at Shrewsbury
11.2024 - 06.2025
Team Trainer
Taco Bell
01.2024 - 08.2025
Retail Associate
Six Flags, Inc.
06.2023 - 09.2023
Bachelor's degree - Psychology
Rutgers University-Newark Campus
High school diploma -
Academy Charter High School