Taryn Venditti

• As a General Manager, I set the tone for the workplace. I started off as a juicer, I was eventually promoted within months due to previous management experience within the food industry. Managing an entire store has taught me many Leadership and Operational skills.
• Team Leadership is a significant quality in creating a hardworking, fun work environment. As a manager, communication is important when implementing rules/resolving conflicts/training and coaching.
• Organization is key for success with the chaos of scheduling when it comes to employees requesting time off or availability changes, plus balancing inventory, labor, and truck orders.
• Managing an entire store means being able to handle any situation with a customer. Customer Service skills include not only providing a warm, welcoming space, but also being able to mediate when tensions rise.

• Food Preparation .

Experience with meat slicers, erosion blenders, and different food processors.

Knife skills, including raw meats,

Recipe execution, following up on measurements and timing.

Cleanliness following food safety procedures.

• Line Cook

Prepared and cooked menu items according to company recipes, portion standards, and presentation.

Executed high-volume orders accurately and quickly during peak hours.

Managed multiple orders simultaneously.

Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.

Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.

• Culinary Leader

Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.

Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen and dining area.

Monitored inventory levels to prevent stock shortages during peak service hours or special events.

Assisted in hiring decisions for new kitchen staff members.

• Monitored employees during shifts on station procedures, cash handling, and customer interaction standards.
• Resolved customer concerns professionally and efficiently, ensuring positive store reviews.
• Handled cash drawers, completed shift audits, and ensured accuracy in daily sales reports.
• Coordinated a smooth workflow among a team of 8.

• As a Food Runner, I was expected to physically bring out food, drinks, and empty dishes to and from kitchens while handling a fast-paced environment providing excellent customer service for restaurant guests.
• As a Hostess I was required to memorize a menu and guide tables through what they'd like to order in a friendly and enthusiastic manner.
• Cater to every table and bus/clean whatever they have left behind.