Susan Smykalski
Silver Lake,MN
Summary
Diligent [Desired Position] with solid background in deli operations, ensuring high-quality food preparation and customer satisfaction. Proven ability to maintain cleanliness and efficiency in fast-paced environment. Demonstrated expertise in team collaboration and inventory management.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
Work History
Deli Cook
Cashwise Inc
05.1995 - Current
- Prepared and assembled deli products according to customer specifications.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of food preparation areas and equipment.
- Operated slicing and cooking equipment efficiently, ensuring product quality.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking stock levels of ingredients.
- Developed new recipes to enhance menu offerings based on customer feedback.
- Trained new staff on food safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Streamlined workflow processes to improve service speed during peak hours.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to ensure efficient production and adherence to food safety standards.
- Reduced wait times for customers by quickly preparing made-to-order dishes without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Streamlined prep processes by creating an effective workflow that reduced preparation time without compromising product quality.
- Trained new staff members on proper cooking techniques, equipment usage, and safety protocols to maintain consistent performance levels across the team.
- Contributed to cost control measures by minimizing ingredient waste through careful portioning practices during food preparation.
- Reduced food waste by accurately forecasting ingredients needed for daily menu items and adjusting orders accordingly.
- Fostered a positive work environment through teamwork, open communication, and constructive feedback among staff members.
- Enhanced deli offerings by developing and implementing new recipes for sandwiches, salads, and side dishes.
- Achieved high marks on health inspections by adhering strictly to cleanliness guidelines in all aspects of kitchen operations.
- Kept abreast of industry trends and customer preferences, making suggestions for menu updates or additions accordingly.
- Successfully managed inventory by conducting regular audits of supplies and placing timely orders as needed.
- Assisted in maintaining a well-stocked deli case by replenishing items as needed and rotating products to ensure freshness.
- Collaborated with team members to provide exceptional customer service and high-quality products, leading to increased customer satisfaction.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement by attending workshops, seminars, and other professional development opportunities within the culinary field.
- Ensured excellent presentation of products with attention to detail in plating and garnishing each dish according to established guidelines.
- Improved overall efficiency by multitasking in various roles such as cashier, cook, or stocker when necessary.
- Consistently maintained food temperatures within safe ranges by monitoring cooking equipment settings throughout the day.
- Operated and maintained grills, fryers and other cooking equipment.
- Trained new team members on kitchen operations and safety protocols.
- Performed daily food preparation tasks by chopping, slicing and dicing various food and ingredients.
- Verified accurate portioning of food items and garnishes.
- Adhered to strict food safety regulations and hygiene standards.
- Developed deep understanding of menu items and ingredients.
- Followed recipes and cooking techniques for consistent results.
- Created innovative recipes to increase customer satisfaction.
- Checked freshness and quality of ingredients.
- Monitored food temperatures for proper cooking and safe consumption.
- Prepared meals according to customer specifications.
- Worked closely with other kitchen staff to facilitate timely completion of orders.
- Utilized problem-solving skills to address customer complaints.
- Washed, peeled and seeded fruits and vegetables to prepare for consumption.
- Used cost-saving measures to maximize profits.
Assembly Worker
Littfin-Lumber
09.1978 - 12.2022
- Operated assembly line machinery to produce quality products efficiently.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.
- Assisted in the setup and teardown of production equipment as needed.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily production targets.
- Conducted routine inspections of assembled products for quality assurance.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to enhance productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new tasks and changes in production schedules.
- Learned and applied proper handling techniques for various tools and materials.
- Followed detailed assembly instructions, processes, and procedures.
- Completed assigned tasks quickly to decrease production time.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, successfully managing multiple assembly tasks simultaneously while maintaining focus on quality and productivity.
- Increased overall productivity with attention to detail, ensuring precise alignment of components during assembly process.
- Notified supervisor of issues with equipment or production.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production goals and maintain a safe, clean work environment.
- Enhanced product quality by conducting thorough inspections and addressing any issues in a timely manner.
- Solved complex assembly challenges through effective problem-solving skills, minimizing downtime due to errors or setbacks.
- Visually inspected devices for defects and placed defective items into reject bin.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations, consistently adhering to best practices for assembly worker safety standards.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new procedures as systems evolved or updated equipment was introduced.
- Assisted in training new employees, providing guidance on proper techniques and safety protocols.
- Expedited order fulfillment by organizing inventory effectively, ensuring swift access to required parts during the assembly process.
- Promoted a positive work atmosphere by maintaining open lines of communication with colleagues at all levels within the organization.
- Achieved faster turnaround times by prioritizing urgent projects as needed, helping the team meet tight deadlines.
- Applied blank labels to devices, packaged and sealed items before sending for quality review.
- Maintained accurate records of completed tasks and reported progress to supervisors regularly for optimal workflow management.
- Improved assembly efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing workstation layouts.
- Troubleshot faulty equipment.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by offering suggestions for process enhancements based on firsthand experience.
- Collaborated with team members to improve production processes and maintain quality standards.
- Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
- Followed outlined specifications to implement assembly plans.
- Organized workstations to maximize productivity, reduce distractions and meet deadlines.
- Tested finished products to perform quality assurance and identify discrepancies.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe working environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
St Joseph Catholic School
Silver Lake, MN06-1975
Skills
- Customer satisfaction
- Cleaning duties
- Food preparation
- Order taking
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Ingredient knowledge
- Sanitation procedures
- Customer orders
- Stock rotation
- Food presentation
- Allergen awareness
- Portion control
- Plating
- Product pricing
- Temperature monitoring
- Menu planning
- Recipe execution
- Workstation organization
- Product quality
- Teamwork
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Cleaning and sanitization
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Multitasking Abilities
- Workplace safety
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Safe food handling
- Meal preparation
- Team building
- Task prioritization
- Sanitation standards
- Kitchen operations
Timeline
Deli Cook
Cashwise Inc
05.1995 - Current
Assembly Worker
Littfin-Lumber
09.1978 - 12.2022
High School Diploma -
St Joseph Catholic School