Taylor Simmons
Conestoga,Pennsylvania
Summary
Hardworking individual with a strong to drive keep learning new skill's, keeping efficiency, safety and productivity in mind. Seeking a sustainable career opportunity to grow with and help grow along the way.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Produce Associate
Giant Food Stores
Willow Street, PA
12.2022 - Current
- Improved store safety by quickly addressing spills, broken containers, or other hazards in produce section.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay current on industry trends, best practices for handling fresh produce, and latest company initiatives.
- Assisted in training of new produce associates, sharing knowledge and best practices for job success.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness throughout produce department, adhering to all health code regulations for food handling.
- Assisted in reducing waste by implementing proper rotation techniques for perishable items.
- Assisted customers in locating specific items within produce area, ensuring they found what they needed efficiently and effectively.
- Contributed to team success by consistently meeting or exceeding individual productivity goals for stocking and organizing merchandise.
- Collaborated with fellow associates to maintain adequate stock levels during peak shopping hours, minimizing customer wait times.
- Boosted sales by creating attractive fruit and vegetable displays to entice customers.
- Reduced shrinkage by monitoring prices accurately and verifying that all products were labeled correctly before stocking them on shelves.
- Maintained current knowledge of shelf planograms and end cap plans to merchandise products.
- Received and unloaded new items upon delivery and checked products for damage and order accuracy.
- Ordered produce for following day based on projected needs.
- Completed prep work on pre-packaged vegetables and fruits.
- Collaborated with store management to align with objectives and provide quality produce.
- Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
- Operated electric pallet jack / high lift to aid in organization of space for receiving department and unload product deliveries in timely manner.
Pool Cleaner/Concession Stand Worker
Stars and Stripes pool
Conestoga, PA
05.2022 - Current
- Calculated and processed payments, communicating with customers to ensure accuracy and satisfaction
- Cleaned swimming pools and tested water to pinpoint chemical supplements needed for optimum water chemistry and sustained cleanliness
- Reported maintenance concerns or repairs to appropriate supervisor for prompt remediation
- Inspected building perimeters, removed trash and swept sidewalks to keep outside areas organized and tidy
- Inspected pool equipment for proper functioning of pumps, filters and control equipment
- Vacuumed, brushed and cleaned pools to maintain proper functionality and pH.
Cashier/Fry Cook
Sheetz
Millersville, PA
10.2019 - 10.2020
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality
- Communicated with kitchen staff to complete orders quickly
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator
- Wiped down counters with sanitizing spray to avoid contamination and foodborne illnesses
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity
- Restocked and rotated food products using first-in, first-out method
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day
- Labeled and dated food products for safety
- Handled waste management duties by properly and safely disposing of all trash at end of shift
- Assisted in preparation of menu items ranging from burgers to sandwiches
- Checked temperatures for food items during cooking, holding and serving
- Set up station according to standard operating procedures with ample backup product to complete shift
- Sanitized all cutting boards and surfaces at beginning of shift to avoid cross-contamination
- Adhered to food safety and HACCP regulations to prevent contamination of food
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods
- Verified customer age requirement for alcohol or tobacco purchases
- Scanned merchandise using point-of-sale system for accurate purchase totals
- Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers
- Processed sales transactions to prevent long customer wait times
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
Stocker Associate
Weis Markets Inc
Willow Street, PA
10.2018 - 01.2019
- Maintained merchandise presentation by stocking and rotating merchandise
- Received and stocked merchandise and organized and maintained backroom by following company safety, cleaning and operating procedures
- Processing freight and preparing backroom for incoming freight
- Arranged and organized merchandise and supplies and identified shrink and damages to maintain work environment
- Acknowledged customers, identified needs and assisted with purchasing decisions to deliver exceptional service
- Maintained neat, safe and orderly workspace to prevent accidents and injuries
- Followed proper stock rotation procedures to minimize obsolescence and remove out of date items from sales floor
- Lifted materials of varied weights on regular basis
- Faced products on shelves and displays to meet company policies
- Updated product labels to reflect accurate pricing.
Dishwasher/Prep Cook
Conestoga Wagon Restaurant
Conestoga, PA
09.2016 - 10.2018
- Maintained clean, safe working area in compliance with company policies
- Trained new team members on menu items, operating procedures and company policies
- Rolled silverware, restocked dishes and filled condiments during less busy periods
- Inspected dishes for quality and appearance before delivery to customers
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients
- Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency
- Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients, following recipes to produce quality dishes
- Sanitized kitchen counters and preparation areas to prevent foodborne illness and cross-contamination
- Performed workstation prep prior to shift start
- Placed orders for supplies and food inventory items with vendors to restock pantry and refrigerator
- Scrubbed pots, pans and trays by hand or cleaned using industrial washing machine
- Restocked main kitchen areas with items from shelves, coolers and freezers
- Repaired and maintained dishwashing machine to keep dishes clean and kitchen running smoothly
- Backed up kitchen team members during heavy work periods to maximize team coverage.
Education
High School Diploma -
Penn Manor High School
Millersville, PA 01.2016 - 01.2016
Skills
Grounds Maintenace
Customer Service
Ingredient and Food Preparation
Time Management / Prioritization
Attention to Detail
Multitasking and Organization
Teamwork and Collaboration
Reliable and Punctual
PPE Compliance
Price Checking
Loss Prevention
Honesty and Integrity
Monitoring inventory
Food Safety Compliance
Presentation Skills
Stock Rotation
Workplace Safety
Temperature Logging
Strong Work Ethic
Punctuality
Logical reasoning
Pallet jack safety
Noncertified basic knowledge of (listed below)
Flux Core, Stick and Mig Welding
Automotive Maintenance
Grounds Maintenace
Timeline
Produce Associate
Giant Food Stores
12.2022 - Current
Pool Cleaner/Concession Stand Worker
Stars and Stripes pool
05.2022 - Current
Cashier/Fry Cook
Sheetz
10.2019 - 10.2020
Stocker Associate
Weis Markets Inc
10.2018 - 01.2019
Dishwasher/Prep Cook
Conestoga Wagon Restaurant
09.2016 - 10.2018
High School Diploma -
Penn Manor High School
01.2016 - 01.2016