TAYLOR KLAASSEN
Narrows,USA
Summary
Experienced with preparing and cooking diverse dishes with precision. Utilizes strong knife skills and culinary techniques to enhance food quality. Knowledge of maintaining cleanliness and organization in kitchen for optimal efficiency.
Experienced with animal care and barn upkeep. Uses effective communication to coordinate with team members. Knowledge of safe handling practices and routine maintenance tasks.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
House Cleaner
Maid Cleaners
Christiansburg, VA
07.2024 - 02.2026
- Delivered thorough cleaning services, ensuring client satisfaction and maintaining high cleanliness standards.
- Managed time effectively to complete all assigned tasks within scheduled hours.
- Collaborated with clients to customize cleaning plans based on specific needs and preferences.
- Conducted regular inspections of completed work, providing feedback for continuous improvement in service delivery.
- Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
- Created spotless surfaces by dusting, sweeping, vacuuming and mopping.
- Mopped hardwood, laminate, ceramic, vinyl, glass and wood surfaces.
Kitchen Cook
Red Robin
Christiansburg, VA
11.2023 - 07.2024
- Prepared and cooked high-quality meals according to established recipes and food safety standards.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations and kitchen equipment, adhering to health regulations.
- Assisted in training new kitchen staff on cooking techniques and safety protocols.
- Monitored inventory levels and communicated needs for supplies to management effectively.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, utensils and equipment.
- Boosted customer satisfaction with timely meal preparation, meeting strict deadlines during peak service hours.
- Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills under pressure, resolving issues efficiently while maintaining composed demeanor throughout busy shifts.
Barn Hand
Carousel Farm
Bluefield, WV
04.2023 - 11.2023
- Oversaw daily feeding and care routines for horses, ensuring optimal health and well-being.
- Trained new staff on barn safety protocols and equipment usage to maintain a secure environment.
- Managed stable cleanliness, including waste removal and bedding replacement, promoting hygiene standards.
- Coordinated with veterinarians for regular check-ups and emergency care, enhancing animal health management.
- Enhanced animal well-being through attentive care, proper feeding, and regular health checks.
- Ensured proper care for injured or sick animals by administering prescribed medications and treatments under veterinarian guidance.
- Supported overall farm management with tasks such as fence repair, pasture management, and equipment maintenance as needed.
- Improved animal handling skills through continuous training under experienced equestrians on staff.
BARN HAND
Lenux Stables Riding Academy
Huntersville, NC
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Clipped, washed and fitted livestock to prepare for shows.
- Groomed and bathed horses, caring for manes and tails.
- Mucked and maintained horse stalls to promote stable upkeep and health of horses.
- Replaced sawdust and hay in stalls to reduce mold.
- Drove trucks, tractors, and other equipment to distribute feed to animals.
- Exercised animals and performed general care to maintain optimal health.
- Attended to animals by monitoring food and water supplies.
- Distributed grain, hay and water to provide for well-being of animals.
- Inspected, maintained and repaired equipment, machinery, buildings, pens, yards, and fences.
- Used disinfectant solutions, brushes, shovels, water hoses, and pumps.
LEAD DOG HANDLER
Lucky Dog Bark and Brew
Cornelius, NC
12.2020 - 07.2022
- Observed animals' physical conditions to detect illness and unhealthy conditions requiring medical care.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage desired behaviors in animals.
- Administered prescribed medications to animals.
- Used proper safety techniques and tools when handling pets to minimize stress and injury.
- Worked hard to deliver a stress-free and enjoyable experience for pets and their owners.
- Observed standard safety protocols while handling animals.
- Sent photographs and texts to update pet owners on pets' well-being.
- Refilled food and water bowls to reach ideal pet health.
- Developed and maintained desired animal behaviors for competition, entertainment, obedience, security, riding, and related purposes.
- Evaluated animals to determine temperaments, abilities, and aptitude for training.
- Kept records documenting animal health, diet, and behavior.
- Inspected animals for external signs of parasites, disease, or injury and reported findings to pet owners.
- Followed feeding instructions and schedules to provide accurate and thorough care.
- Assisted in grooming tasks such as brushing and bathing animals.
- Played, interacted and cuddled with pets to reassure and relieve anxiety.
- Answered telephones and scheduled appointments.
WEARHOUSE WORKER
RoadKill Teeshirts
Cornelius, NC
08.2020 - 11.2020
- Packed orders in accordance with customer specifications.
- Monitored incoming and outgoing shipments for accuracy.
- Used good manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination and depth perception to complete accurate work.
- Maintained facility equipment and materials in neat, clean, and orderly fashion.
- Pulled and prepared product for shipment, verifying exact number and type of product before loading and shipping.
- Packed customer purchases in bags or cartons.
- Verified and updated inventory levels in company database.
- Organized stockroom by sorting through incoming shipments and determining placement on shelves.
- Completed physical inventories and cycle counts following correct procedures.
- Sorted and placed materials or items on racks and shelves according to organizational standards.
- Packed and unpacked items to be stocked on shelves in stockrooms, warehouses, and storage yards.
KITCHEN STAFF MEMBER
Tenders Fresh Food
Cornelius, NC
09.2016 - 07.2020
- Washed dishes, glassware, and flatware by hand or with industrial dishwasher.
- Helped with setting up and breaking down of the kitchen each day.
- Portioned and wrapped food or placed food directly on plates for service to patrons.
- Assisted with preparation of meals in accordance with recipes and dietary requirements.
- Cleaned kitchen floors by regularly sweeping, mopping and removing spills.
- Received and stored food items in an orderly and organized fashion.
- Guarded against spoilage by rotating stock items and checking expiration dates.
- Took and recorded temperature of food and food storage areas, such as refrigerators, and freezers.
- Removed trash and clean kitchen garbage containers.
- Followed all health and safety regulations for the kitchen and ensured a clean and sanitary work environment.
- Properly labeled and stored food items in the refrigerator and freezer.
- Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage or cross-contamination.
- Restocked beverage machines and condiments in preparation for busy periods.
- Emptied and maintained trashcans and outdoor dumpster area.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruit and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Informed supervisors when equipment was not working properly and when food and supplies levels became low to order needed items.
- Prepared and served variety of beverages such as coffee, tea and soft drinks.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware.
- Kept records of quantities of food used.
- Cut various foods, such as fruits, and vegetables, to prepare for cooking and serving.
- Loaded dishes, glasses, and tableware into dishwashing machines.
- Packaged take-out foods and served food to customers.
- Prepared variety of foods, such as meats, vegetables, and desserts according to customers' orders, supervisors' instructions and approved procedures.
- Carried food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas.
LINE COOK
Midwood Smoke House
Huntersville, NC
12.2018 - 03.2019
- Opened or closed kitchen as dictated by department scheduling.
- Assisted in the daily preparation of food items in accordance with recipes.
- Prepared and sold food that met food quality indicators.
- Worked with other members of the kitchen staff to ensure efficient service.
- Adhered to dress code and hygiene guidelines to promote food safety and sanitation.
- Utilized grills, fryers and ovens to heat food to appropriate serving temperatures.
- Memorized restaurant recipes to accurately and quickly prepare dishes.
- Maintained knowledge of menu items and ingredients to meet customer requests and dietary restrictions.
- Replenished ingredient levels and reported inventory shortages.
- Trained newly hired line workers regarding store recipes and policies.
- Stored and organized ingredients into fridges and bins.
- Planned timing of food production to coordinate with meal serving hours, preserving food quality.
- Sliced and weighed meats to maintain portion control standards.
- Observed all food safety guidelines and regulations to reduce risks.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
William A. Hough Highschool
Cornelius, NC03-2020
Associate of Science - Veterinary Science
New River Community College
Dublin, VA05-2027
Skills
- Humane Animal Treatment
- Daily Logs
- Horse Care
- Critical Thinking
- Farm Animal Feeding
- Housekeeping
- Customer service
- Kitchen cleaning
Timeline
House Cleaner
Maid Cleaners
07.2024 - 02.2026
Kitchen Cook
Red Robin
11.2023 - 07.2024
Barn Hand
Carousel Farm
04.2023 - 11.2023
BARN HAND
Lenux Stables Riding Academy
08.2022 - 04.2023
LEAD DOG HANDLER
Lucky Dog Bark and Brew
12.2020 - 07.2022
WEARHOUSE WORKER
RoadKill Teeshirts
08.2020 - 11.2020
LINE COOK
Midwood Smoke House
12.2018 - 03.2019
KITCHEN STAFF MEMBER
Tenders Fresh Food
09.2016 - 07.2020
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
William A. Hough Highschool
Associate of Science - Veterinary Science
New River Community College