Tieziyana McGinnis

Preparing and executing sautéed dishes with precision and consistency in a high-paced kitchen environment. Operating sauté station efficiently during service, managing multiple pans and timing components to ensure food is cooked to order and plated accurately. Maintaining cleanliness and organization of the station, following all food safety protocols, and communicating effectively with the team to ensure smooth kitchen operations.

Key Skills:

• Expert in sauté techniques and heat control
• Strong multitasking and time management
• Consistent plating and portion control
• Station setup and prep efficiency
• Knife skills and ingredient knowledge

Assisting line cooks in preparing ingredients, assembling dishes, and maintaining a clean, organized workstation in a fast-paced kitchen. Helping with portioning, stocking, and basic prep tasks to ensure smooth kitchen operations during peak hours. Following all safety and sanitation guidelines to support food quality and team efficiency.

Key Skills:

• Ability to work in high-pressure environments
• Communication and teamwork
• Time management and multitasking
• Knowledge of health and safety protocols
• Willingness to learn and take direction
• Served as the communication link between kitchen and front-of-house staff, ensuring that orders were accurate and complete
• Strong communication and coordination
• Attention to detail and plate presentation
• Ability to work under pressure and manage time
• Multitasking in a fast-paced environment
• Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.

Maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of dishes, cookware, and kitchen equipment in a fast-paced restaurant environment. Ensuring a steady flow of clean items to support kitchen and front-of-house staff. Following food safety guidelines, operating industrial dishwashing machines, and assisting with general kitchen cleaning and trash removal.

Key Skills:

• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Time management and efficiency under pressure
• Attention to cleanliness and food safety standards
• Team collaboration and communication
• Physical stamina and ability to stand for long periods
• Adaptability to changing kitchen needs
• Fast-paced multitasking and organization

Provided friendly, efficient checkout service in a high-traffic grocery store, handling cash, card, and digital transactions with accuracy and speed. Assisted customers with questions and maintained a clean, organized work area. Supported store operations by restocking shelves, handling returns, and helping with general customer service as needed.

Key Skills:

• Accurate cash handling and POS operation
• customer service and communication
• Attention to detail and basic math skills
• Multitasking in fast-paced settings
• Conflict resolution and patience
• Teamwork and flexibility

Provided personalized customer service in a busy retail environment, assisting with product selection, answering questions, and completing sales transactions. Maintained clean and organized displays, restocked merchandise, and supported inventory management. Consistently met or exceeded sales goals while ensuring a positive shopping experience for every customer.

Key Skills:

• Customer service and relationship building
• POS systems and cash handling
• Product knowledge
• Verbal communication and active listening
• Time management and organization
• Adaptability in fast-paced environments

Assisted in maintaining a clean, organized, and welcoming dining environment in a high-volume restaurant. Supported waitstaff by clearing tables, resetting place settings, and ensuring timely turnover for incoming guests. Delivered prompt and friendly service while coordinating with kitchen and front-of-house teams to enhance the guest experience.

Key Skills:

• Fast-paced multitasking and time management
• Attention to detail and cleanliness
• Teamwork and communication
• Customer service and hospitality awareness
• Ability to stay calm and efficient during busy shifts
• Willingness to take initiative and learn restaurant operations
• Completed side work duties, ensuring that all necessary supplies were stocked for shift success.