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Tammy White

Coolidge,AZ

Summary

I am writing this letter to express my deep gratitude for the opportunity that has been given to me.


Since I was young, I have always associated food with the warmth and love of family. Growing up, my Grandmother's kitchen was the heart of the home, where she would always have a variety of delicious treats ready for anyone who walked through the door. Living with her and my Grandfather, I had the privilege of learning her cooking secrets firsthand, and I cherish every moment spent in her kitchen.

Now, in my own home, I work to maintain that same hospitality by offering whatever I have to those who visit. My family often jokes that I am preparing them for some unforeseen catastrophe by fattening them up. This spirit of warmth and generosity is something I bring to every job I take in the food service industry.

Although my initial career aspiration was to become a mortician, embalmer, and funeral director, I had to change my path due to health reasons during my internship. Despite this change, I take pride in the knowledge and skills I gained through my Mortuary Science Degree, which covered a wide range of subjects that initially captivated my interest.

I have extensive experience in the food service industry, having worked in various sectors such as nursing homes, restaurant, and retail environments. Additionally, I have served as a caregiver for adults and Autistic children. I hold certifications in Article 9, Autism education for Children, and First Aid CPR. I am also fingerprinted by The State of Arizona DPS to work with the Elderly and Children.


Let's not forget my managerial experience!

Cooking and engaging in meaningful conversations are my passions, along with my interests in art, music, and horror films. Having rebuilt my life multiple times, I understand the dedication required to start from scratch. I am confident that my knowledge and experience make me a strong candidate for your team, and I am excited about contributing to the growth of your business.

Work History

Prep cook

Creek Side Taco Shack
  • Provided training to new employees on proper food handling, sanitation practices, and equipment usage, resulting in increased productivity.
  • Ensured consistent quality of dishes by adhering to standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
  • Controlled food cost and waste by selecting and using correct ingredients and amounts.
  • Identified inefficiencies leading to improved productivity.
  • Created new recipes and updated existing ones to reflect changing trends and customer preferences.

Win back program, sales, telemarketing

Alorica/ Direct TV
  • Overcame objections from potential clients through effective negotiation skills, resulting in successful closure of deals.
  • Met and exceeded monthly sales targets by utilizing persuasive sales techniques and product knowledge.

In home pediatric therapy and assistance for a child with autism

Arizona Autism
  • Established positive relationships with children by engaging in interactive play sessions and offering emotional support as needed.
  • Managed daily routines, including meal preparation, bathing, dressing, and bedtime rituals to maintain consistency for the children.
  • Developed strong communication with parents to keep them informed of their child''s progress and any concerns.
  • Collaborated with parents on implementing effective discipline strategies that were consistent across home environments.
  • Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
  • Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene.

Server, bartender, manager

TGI Fridays
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
  • Consistently met or exceeded performance goals related to sales targets, customer satisfaction ratings, and order accuracy.

In home health for gentleman with quadriplegia

Ability 360
  • Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care in their homes.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Administered medications according to physician instructions, ensuring accurate dosages and timely administration.
  • Maintained clean and safe living spaces for patients by performing light housekeeping duties regularly.
  • Implemented therapeutic exercises as prescribed by physical therapists, aiding in improved mobility and strength.
  • Assisted with transportation arrangements for medical appointments or other outings as needed, supporting patient mobility outside the home.
  • Prepared nutritious meals for patients based on dietary restrictions and preferences, contributing to overall health improvement.

Server, bartender, host, front of house coordinator, training lead, front of house scheduling

On the Border
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
  • Developed strong rapport with regular customers through genuine hospitality efforts leading to repeat business.
  • Consistently met or exceeded performance goals related to sales targets, customer satisfaction ratings, and order accuracy.
  • Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations while serving spirits.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
  • Opening bar set up, including the preparation of large batches of specific recipe margaritas, along with the cleaning of frozen margarita machines.
  • Maintaining records of up selling by staff, and finding ways to reward top sellers for their add ons.

Host, Server, Trainer, Cashier, Manager Asst.

Olive Garden
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
  • Wine host, sommelier
  • Writing schedules for all front of house staff

Sales and demonstrations

Advantage Solutions
  • Boosted sales revenue by implementing effective marketing strategies and building strong client relationships.
  • Delivered engaging product demonstrations to prospective clients, showcasing features and benefits that aligned with their requirements.

Prep Cook, Line Cook, Manager

The Weathervane Restaurant
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
  • Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.

Cashier

Home Depot
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.

Dietary aide, cook, dietitian's aide

Good Shepherd Villa
  • Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department regulations and safety protocols.
  • Prepared, apportioned and served menu and specialized food items developed to meet facility residents' unique dietary needs.
  • Provided nourishing and health-conscious food to customers under sanitary conditions.
  • Educated patients on the importance of proper nutrition, resulting in increased adherence to prescribed diets.
  • Monitored patient progress regularly, adjusting meal plans accordingly for optimal health outcomes.

Overnight security dispatcher

Valley Protective Services
  • Leveraged two-way radio or telephone to dispatch security officers or other personnel.
  • Improved communication between security teams by implementing a standardized radio protocol for incident reporting.
  • Assisted in the creation of comprehensive incident reports, detailing all relevant information for further analysis and resolution.
  • Routed calls to police, fire, and ambulance service to meet individual call needs.
  • Maintained security professional attendance at proper locations and times, as well as proper reporting of all incidents at said locations

Education

Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Mortuary Science -

Maricopa Community Colleges And Arizona Polytechnic
Mesa, AZ

Williamsburg Jr. Sr. High
Williamsburg, IA

Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Customer Service
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Management
  • Cross-Contamination Prevention
  • Food Waste Reduction
  • Sauce preparation
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Product Rotations

References

  • Ryan Helfrick, 480 486 8932
  • April Koch, 808 554 0048

Timeline

Prep cook

Creek Side Taco Shack

Win back program, sales, telemarketing

Alorica/ Direct TV

In home pediatric therapy and assistance for a child with autism

Arizona Autism

Server, bartender, manager

TGI Fridays

In home health for gentleman with quadriplegia

Ability 360

Server, bartender, host, front of house coordinator, training lead, front of house scheduling

On the Border

Host, Server, Trainer, Cashier, Manager Asst.

Olive Garden

Sales and demonstrations

Advantage Solutions

Prep Cook, Line Cook, Manager

The Weathervane Restaurant

Cashier

Home Depot

Dietary aide, cook, dietitian's aide

Good Shepherd Villa

Overnight security dispatcher

Valley Protective Services

Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Mortuary Science -

Maricopa Community Colleges And Arizona Polytechnic

Williamsburg Jr. Sr. High
Tammy White