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Stella Garrett

Fredericksburg,VA

Summary

Orderly Crew lead commuted to maintaining clean and organized work areas for food prep and storage. Provides active support to cooks by sanitizing equipment and tools, monitoring food portions and filling containers for take-out requests. Eager to help new staff members develop quick, clean workflows without sacrificing service quality.

Diligent Food Preparation Worker helping serve up high quality meals through fine attention to detail and proactive customer service. Skilled at inventory management and restocking to keep food items fresh and readily accessible for cooking. Enforces strict sanitation practices to meet regulatory compliance standards.

Reliable employee seeking position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment.

Dedicated professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Experienced Team member and leader with over 25 years of experience in customer service and management . Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry position position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Enthusiastic eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel..

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Prep Crew Lead

Hearthside
Fredericksburg, VA
02.2017 - Current

Prep products for Starbucks and 7-11. Supervised associates to ensure quality and standards are met in a timely, safely and productive manner. Supervised slicing room associates to ensure product was sliced according to weight’s . Supervised production line for sandwiches and other items produced in a timely manner. Did daily counts for product to be produced.

  • Pushed, pulled and transported large loads and objects.
  • Used manual or electric appliances to clean, peel, slice and trim foods.
  • Adhered to procedures in preparing food items.
  • Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
  • Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.

Assistant Restaurant Manager

Country Cookin
Fredericksburg, VA
09.2013 - 03.2016
  • Kept restaurant compliant with all federal, state and local hygiene and food safety regulations.
  • Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
  • Immediately resolved issues with patrons by employing careful listening and communication skills.
  • Applied knowledge of previous supply needs and forecasted business levels to estimate required supplies.
  • Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
  • Recruited and hired employees offering talent, charisma and experience to restaurant team.
  • Supervised all areas of restaurant to keep it clean and well-maintained.
  • Pitched in to help host, waitstaff and bussers during exceptionally busy times such as dinner hour.
  • Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
  • Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
  • Enhanced financial controls to minimize theft and loss risks, continuously maintaining accurate accounts and cash drawers.
  • Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
  • Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
  • Reduced inaccuracies by carefully counting cash and keeping meticulous records of transactions.
  • Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
  • Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
  • Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
  • Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
  • Handled money, balanced tills, processed credit card payment batches and prepared bank deposits, maintaining Number% accuracy.
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.

Dietitian Assistant

Mary Washington Hospital, Sam Perry Blvd
Fredericksburg, VA
01.2002 - 03.2011
  • Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Reported and documented resident changes in consumption or behaviors.
  • Delivered nourishment and supplements to nurse station for distribution to specific residents.
  • Arranged tray and or table settings with proper tableware, condiments and tray card.
  • Cleared tables and removed dishes, trays and utensils from dining room to dishwashing area.
  • Distributed food during busy peak periods to drive customer satisfaction.
  • Washed plates, cups, serving and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
  • Maintained strict levels of cleanliness for tables, floors and prep areas.
  • Upheld efficiency of meal services by pre-setting tables before patients arrived.
  • Educated clients about long-term health benefits of balanced diets and exercise programs.
  • Established and maintained thorough and updated nutritional information, Type and Type data.

Assistant Manager

Pizza Hut
Fredericksburg, VA
07.1998 - 01.2002
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies and forecast future needs.
  • Monitored security and handled incidents calmly.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
  • Reduced financial discrepancies by monitoring credit card sales and deposits.
  • Established and optimized schedules to keep coverage and service in line with forecasted demands.
  • Set and enforced policies focused on increasing team productivity and strengthening operational efficiency.
  • Verified inventory counts remained within monthly tolerance levels and compiled financial data in compliance with budget.
  • Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
  • Assessed job applications and made hiring recommendations to bring in top candidates for key vacancies.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy and reducing discrepancies.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.

Crew Member

McDonald's
Fredericksburg, VA
05.1996 - 07.1998
  • Took orders, prepared meals and collected payments.
  • Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
  • Supported great dining and meal experiences for guests.
  • Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
  • Prepared and cooked food orders for customers by noting customizations and portion sizes.
  • Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
  • Became familiar with products to answer questions and make suggestions.
  • Kept food preparation area, equipment and utensils clean and sanitary.
  • Prepared products following restaurant, health, and safety standards and procedures.
  • Adhered to company safety standards, Coast Guard rules, and at-sea rescue procedures.
  • Checked on dining areas frequently to clean up spills, wipe down tables and restock stations.
  • Kept drawer balanced by accurately processing cash, credit and debit payments.
  • Accurately operated cash register to process customer payments.
  • Endorsed products by making recommendations and promoting specials, increasing daily sales by Number%.
  • Brewed coffee and tea and changed out drink station syrups.
  • Properly labeled and stored food and fresh ingredients in cooler or freezer to optimize freshness.
  • Kept kitchen, counter and dining areas cleaned and sanitized.
  • Performed serving, cleaning and stocking to high standards and provided excellent customer satisfaction.

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  • Readied customers' take-out orders in secure bags with appropriate amounts of condiments, silverware and napkins.
  • Replenished serving stations with fresh food and cleaned up spills.
  • Documented customer orders and conveyed special requests to kitchen staff.
  • Replenished condiments, beverages and supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas.
  • Completed milkshakes and ice cream desserts for customers.

Education

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Stafford Senior High School
Fredericksburg, VA
06.1998

Skills

  • Vegetable and Fruit Preparation
  • Portion Control
  • Problem Solving
  • Conflict Negotiation
  • Cleaning and Sanitizing
  • Shipment Receipt
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Meat Preparation
  • Salad Bar and Buffet Maintenance
  • Temperature Monitoring
  • Tray Assembly
  • Customer Service
  • Proper Food Storage
  • Weighing and Measuring
  • Kitchen Staff Support
  • Meat and Poultry Slicing
  • Kitchen Station Restocking
  • Food Portioning and Packaging
  • Dishwasher Operation
  • Quality Assessment
  • Team Building
  • Decision Making
  • Sauce and Dressing Creation
  • Work Coordination
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Diet Sheet Collection
  • Data Analysis
  • Menu Distribution
  • Food Tray Delivery
  • Food Preparation
  • Payment Processing
  • Coffee and Tea Preparation
  • Attention to Detail
  • Creative Thinking
  • Accurate Cash Handling
  • Team Leadership
  • Food Plating and Assembly
  • Meal Tray Assembly
  • Cash Register Operation
  • Team Collaboration
  • Goal Establishment
  • Beverage Service
  • Records Management
  • Sweeping and Mopping
  • Reliable and Punctual
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Standards Compliance
  • Patient Dietary Requirements
  • Recipe Adherence

Timeline

Prep Crew Lead

Hearthside
02.2017 - Current

Assistant Restaurant Manager

Country Cookin
09.2013 - 03.2016

Dietitian Assistant

Mary Washington Hospital, Sam Perry Blvd
01.2002 - 03.2011

Assistant Manager

Pizza Hut
07.1998 - 01.2002

Crew Member

McDonald's
05.1996 - 07.1998

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Stafford Senior High School
Stella Garrett