Tahlissa Tice
Richmond,TX
Summary
Delivers friendly engagement and efficient service in high-volume work environment. Goal-oriented Vendor with proven track record of increasing sales, streamlining processes and accurately determining potential buyers. Friendly and outgoing worker with dedication to reliability and efficiency. Skilled at route planning and collaboration.
Hard-working Cook brings detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Keep kitchen areas well-stocked and organized for maximum efficiency. Team-oriented and reliable with excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.
Hardworking server with 4 years of experience and solid background in food service field. Highly skilled at meeting needs of diverse customers while keeping calm and maintaining professionalism. History of delivering speedy service while working on feet for long periods of time and training incoming staff.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LBO MANAGER
Olive Garden
Rosenberg, TX
01.2019 - Current
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
Kitchen Manager
The Open Range
Damon, TX
04.2021 - 06.2023
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
Line Cook
Pub 36
Needville, TX
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products resulting in consistently high scores on health inspections.
- Assisted in preparation of menu items such as steaks, burgers and sandwiches.
- Restocked all food items throughout shift to guarantee cooks had all necessary ingredients needed for service.
- Created nutritious, safe, visually appealing, innovative and properly prepared and flavored food.
- Maintained hygienic kitchen by regularly mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing all utensils and glassware.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods, including meats, potatoes and fish.
- Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
Expeditor /Server
The Open Range
Damon, TX
04.2016 - 01.2019
- Assessed current inventories and brought in supplies to keep stock within optimal levels for expected demands.
- Verified prices and computed totals to complete accurate invoices.
- Collaborated with management, sales and engineering to adjust plans and maintain targets.
- Illustrated knowledge of menu and service offerings to educate guests.
- Adhered to corporate standards and policies in overseeing restaurant operations.
- Provided mentorship and guidance to new kitchen team members.
- Confirmed guest satisfaction by monitoring company time and quality standards for each meal.
Education
High School Diploma -
Needville High School
Needville, TX4 2019
Skills
- Route planning
- Product demonstrations
- Strategic selling techniques
- Direct sales
- Active listening
- Training & Development
- Menu knowledge
- Food inspection
- Dining customer service
- Point of Sale (POS) system operations
- Relationship management
- Food storage
- Foodservice sanitation
- Punctual and honest
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
Certification
Food handlers Manager
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
The Open Range
04.2021 - 06.2023
Line Cook
Pub 36
05.2020 - 08.2020
LBO MANAGER
Olive Garden
01.2019 - Current
Expeditor /Server
The Open Range
04.2016 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Needville High School