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Timothy Paonessa

Waterbury,CT

Summary

Diligent Food Service Assistant with keen eye for maintaining cleanliness and efficiency in high-volume environments. Consistently supported kitchen staff by ensuring timely preparation and delivery of meals. Demonstrated strong organizational skills and teamwork in fast-paced settings.

Dependable Food Service Worker with solid background in foodservice and related positions. Works effectively within teams on timely, high-quality food preparation to drive patron satisfaction.

Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Food Service Assistant

Saint Mary Hospital
Waterbury, CT
08.2023 - Current
  • Prepared and served meals in accordance with dietary guidelines and patient preferences.
  • Assisted with food inventory management, ensuring stock levels met operational needs.
  • Adhered to safety and sanitation standards, maintaining a clean food service environment.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to enhance meal presentation and quality consistency.
  • Adhered to safe work practices, food safety regulations, and corporate guidelines.
  • Completed daily tasks such as dishwashing, trash removal, and restocking while adhering to established safety protocols.
  • Ensured compliance with health regulations through frequent cleaning and sanitation practices within the food preparation area.
  • Maintained proper food storage procedures, reducing waste and ensuring optimal freshness for all menu items.
  • Contributed to team success by proactively assisting coworkers during peak hours or covering shifts when needed.
  • Received deliveries from suppliers, verifying order accuracy and quality before stocking shelves or refrigeration units accordingly.
  • Supported inventory management by accurately tracking supplies and alerting supervisor when restocking was necessary.
  • Supported restaurant closing, restocking items and reporting shortages.
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
  • Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
  • Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
  • Operated dishwashing and sanitizing equipment according to manufacturer instructions.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Followed safety and sanitation policies while handling food and beverages to uphold proper health standards.
  • Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.

Repair

Employment Express
Waterbury, CT
09.2021 - Current
  • Repaired.
  • Dismantle.
  • Move Pallets While Using Pallet Jack.
  • Cardboard Compactor Machine.
  • Sweeping the floor.
  • Organized Boxes.

Catering Setup/Dishwasher

Niagara University
Niagara Falls, NY
10.2019 - 01.2021
  • Setup Tables and Chairs in various locations on campus.
  • Removal.
  • Sweeping, mopping and buffing the floors.
  • Inventory.
  • Serving food and beverages.
  • Washing dishes.
  • Cleaning out the dishwasher.
  • Putting away the dishes, silverware, pots and pans.
  • Taking out the garbage.
  • Cleaning the restrooms.
  • Cleaning the dining room.

Production and Plastic

Tulip Richardson
Niagara Falls, NY
11.2018 - 08.2019
  • Trim extra flash from plastic.
  • Test parts to check if the parts were good or bad.
  • Entered Data.

Saw Operator/Production

Vishay
Niagara Falls, NY
11.2017 - 08.2018
  • Cut Microchips.
  • Cleaned up My Area.
  • Organized My Area.

Tire Technician

Mavis Tire
Niagara Falls, NY
03.2015 - 06.2015
  • Assisted up to three mechanics working on repairing.
  • Maintaining Automobiles and Light Trucks.
  • Performed Oil Changes.
  • Other Automotive Maintenance as Directed.
  • Performed Inventory, reporting the need for reordering stock to upper management.
  • Interacted with customers, informing them of the progress of work being done on vehicles and other relevant information to convey to them.
  • Kept all work areas neat and clean.
  • Cleaning the tools and replacing them back into the tool chest drawer.

Cart Attendant

Sam's Club
Niagara Falls, NY
06.2014 - 09.2014
  • Collected stray carts throughout the parking lot and brought them back into the store.
  • Performed cleaning duties as directed by Management.

Dietary Attendant

Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center
Niagara Falls, NY
03.2011 - 02.2014
  • Loaded meals onto food trays then placing the trays onto the carts and serving the residents on their respective floors.
  • Cleaned all the kitchen areas and other areas as required.
  • Wash pots and pans.

Dietary Attendant

Niagara Rehabilitation Center
Niagara Falls, NY
02.2004 - 06.2009
  • Took the residents' food order and served them.
  • Cleaned the tables.
  • Swept and mopped the dining room and kitchen floor.
  • Made trays for residents for late night snacks.
  • Wash dishes, pots and pans.
  • Organized refrigerator and freezer.
  • Organized and stocked the shelves.

Education

High School Diploma -

Niagara Falls High School
Niagara Falls, NY
01-2007

Skills

  • Assembly
  • Machine Operator
  • Warehouse
  • Janitorial
  • Catering Setup
  • Automotive
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Safe food handling
  • Sanitation procedures
  • Table setting
  • Supply restocking
  • Food storage
  • Food delivery
  • Portioning
  • Portion control
  • Working with diverse people
  • Strong work ethic
  • Problem-solving
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Cross-functional teamwork
  • Quick learner
  • Team oriented
  • Multitasking
  • Attention to detail
  • Positive attitude
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Food assembly
  • Productivity and efficiency
  • Covid-19 safety protocols
  • Inventory control
  • Flexible schedule
  • ServSafe
  • Patient relations
  • Plating and portion control
  • Staff training and development
  • Heavy lifting capacity
  • Quality control
  • Basic mathematics
  • Fast-paced environment
  • Friendly and outgoing
  • Working quickly
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Equipment operation
  • Supply stocking
  • Basic math
  • Food rotation
  • Dishwashing and sanitization

Additional Information

  • Some experience and formal training performing Automotive service duties, assisting automotive repair specialists including working on brakes, tires, oil change, general automotive maintenance, and more. Consistently meeting the demands of a fast-paced work environment.
  • Over 3.5 years working in a hospital kitchen to prepare breakfast, lunch and dinner for patients. Many with strict dietary requirements, and providing support to kitchen staff and other dietary personnel.
  • Over 3.5 years experience providing excellent customer service in Automotive, retail and dietary/food service settings, assisting customers with their product/service selections, offering intelligent solutions depending on the situational needs. Resolving issues to their complete satisfaction.
  • Strong Communication, Analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Multi-tasks effectively, learns new systems quickly and completes all assignments in timely fashion or ahead of schedule.
  • Familiar with using computers, Windows, MS Office, Internet research and email.
  • Works well independently or in a team environment.

Timeline

Food Service Assistant

Saint Mary Hospital
08.2023 - Current

Repair

Employment Express
09.2021 - Current

Catering Setup/Dishwasher

Niagara University
10.2019 - 01.2021

Production and Plastic

Tulip Richardson
11.2018 - 08.2019

Saw Operator/Production

Vishay
11.2017 - 08.2018

Tire Technician

Mavis Tire
03.2015 - 06.2015

Cart Attendant

Sam's Club
06.2014 - 09.2014

Dietary Attendant

Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center
03.2011 - 02.2014

Dietary Attendant

Niagara Rehabilitation Center
02.2004 - 06.2009

High School Diploma -

Niagara Falls High School