Taneshia Peters
Alexandria,VA
Summary
Resourceful professional in the food preparation and serving industry, known for high productivity levels and ability to efficiently complete tasks. Skilled in menu planning, kitchen equipment use, and maintaining hygiene standards. Exceptional at time management, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring smooth kitchen operations and positive customer experiences. Excel in fast-paced environments by leveraging strong organizational and communication skills.
Diligent professional offering food handling experience and focus on quality service. Skilled in managing ingredient preparation and kitchen organization. Dedicated to providing exceptional, consistent service to customers.
Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Service Worker
Inova Alexandria hospital
Alexandria , Va.
11.2023 - 02.2024
- I worked in the Deli Department.
- Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
Food Service Worker
Hilton Newark Airport
Newark, NJ
06.2008 - 10.2012
- Monitored inventory to keep adequate stock of food items and supplies.
- Adhered to safety procedures when handling sharp objects or hazardous materials.
- Rotated inventory to reduce waste and optimize freshness.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Chopped ingredients and prepped food items ahead of lunchtime and dinner rush periods.
- Served meals to customers in a friendly and courteous manner.
- Mopped floors and cleaned walk-in refrigerators and storage areas to maintain hygienic, sanitized work area.
- Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Performed variety of duties related to food service.
- Cleaned kitchen areas, equipment and utensils.
- Greeted customers upon arrival in the dining area.
- Refilled condiments, napkins and server workstations.
- Performed opening and closing duties as assigned by management.
- Stored perishable food items in freezer or refrigerator to protect from spoilage.
- Prevented spoilage and cross-contamination by storing food in designated containers and storage areas.
- Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Ensured that all foods were prepared according to health department regulations.
- Explained food preparation methods and ingredients to enable patrons with food allergies to make educated decisions.
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
- Maintained accurate records of sales transactions for end-of-day reports.
- Stocked supplies such as food, dishes, utensils, and cleaning materials.
- Operated cash register to process cash, check, and credit card transactions.
- Followed food safety regulations pertaining to sanitation, food handling and storage.
- Checked temperatures of freezers, refrigerators and heating equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Assisted in the preparation of food items according to recipes and instructions.
- Followed established cash handling procedures when collecting payment from customers.
Food Service Worker
Orange Memorial Hospital
Orange, New Jersey
02.1992 - 01.1994
- Monitored inventory to keep adequate stock of food items and supplies.
- Adhered to safety procedures when handling sharp objects or hazardous materials.
- Rotated inventory to reduce waste and optimize freshness.
Education
GED -
Essex County College
Newark, NJ05-1993
Skills
- Food safety
- Customer service
- Inventory management
- Food preparation
- Cash handling
- Health regulations
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
Timeline
Food Service Worker
Inova Alexandria hospital
11.2023 - 02.2024
Food Service Worker
Hilton Newark Airport
06.2008 - 10.2012
Food Service Worker
Orange Memorial Hospital
02.1992 - 01.1994
GED -
Essex County College
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