Wendy Ball
Cherry Tree,PA
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Deli/bakery Associate
Walmart
Indiana, PA
12.2025 - Current
- Assisted in daily bakery operations, ensuring product quality and freshness.
- Operated baking equipment and tools safely under supervision.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations to ensure compliance with food safety standards.
- Processed customer orders accurately, providing excellent service and support.
- Collaborated with team members to replenish stock and display baked goods effectively.
- Packaged customer purchases with care and strong organizational skills to facilitate easy carrying and prevent product shifting.
- Ensured food safety compliance by following strict guidelines for storage, handling, and preparation of baked goods.
- Performed routine equipment maintenance tasks such as cleaning mixers, ovens, or utensils to maintain optimal functionality and prevent potential hazards.
- Arranged bakery displays to showcase baked goods, cakes, and pies to drive product sales.
- Consistently met or exceeded productivity goals while maintaining high-quality standards for all baked goods produced.
- Offered immediate assistance and menu advice to guests, documented orders, and conveyed special requests to baker and assistants.
- Delivered outstanding customer experiences by addressing concerns promptly and professionally, resulting in repeat business from satisfied patrons.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure consistent product quality and adherence to company standards.
- Reduced waste by accurately measuring ingredients and implementing proper portion control during preparation stages.
- Checked expiration dates and rotated products to verify freshness and avoid spoilage.
- Used utensils and equipment to portion, wrap and display bakery items.
- Measured and mixed ingredients accurately to assist in baking process.
- Kept kitchen, counter and dining areas cleaned and sanitized.
Food Service Worker
Aramark
Indiana, PA
12.2006 - 09.2025
- Prepared and served food items in compliance with health and safety standards.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas to ensure safe food handling practices.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking stock levels, and reporting shortages promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline service operations for improved efficiency.
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or accuracy.
- Supported team members during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations and minimal wait times for customers.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Maintained safety standards by properly handling food and adhering to sanitation guidelines.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Prepared and served various food and drink items to customer specifications in fast-paced environments.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Demonstrated versatility by quickly adapting to various roles within the food service environment as needed.
- Replenished condiments, beverages, and supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Delivered exceptional service by promptly addressing customer concerns and special requests.
- Operated dishwashing and sanitizing equipment according to manufacturer instructions.
- Set up and broke down food service lines quickly to maintain service flow.
- Achieved consistent compliance with health department regulations through diligent adherence to policies and procedures.
- Participated in regular trainings to stay current on industry best practices and trends.
- Prepared variety of menu items following specific recipes to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Managed inventory levels to prevent shortages and reduce waste.
- Enhanced customer loyalty, remembering regulars' names and orders.
- Maintained accurate records of food temperatures to ensure safety standards were met.
- Conducted daily equipment checks to ensure operational efficiency.
- Boosted customer satisfaction, promptly addressing and resolving complaints.
- Implemented waste reduction strategies, contributing to cost savings.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen, dining and service areas.
- Followed safety and sanitation policies while handling food and beverages to uphold proper health standards.
- Monitored food quality and freshness throughout day.
- Cross-trained in other kitchen positions to support staff and meet customer needs and demands.
- Greeted customers and answered inquiries regarding menu items and specials.
- Demonstrated knowledge of menu items and corresponding ingredients.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
- Adjusted food preparation methods in accordance with customer requests.
- Portioned and wrapped food to place directly on plates for service to patrons.
- Cut, sliced and ground meat, poultry and seafood to prepare for cooking.
Education
GED -
Indiana Jr And Sr High
Indiana, PASkills
- Food safety
- Dough handling
- Ingredient knowledge
- Sanitation procedures
- Stock rotation
- Food safety compliance
- Quality control
- Stock replenishment
- Product rotation
- Customer service
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Punctual and reliable
- Bakery equipment knowledge
- Food handling safety
- Food preparation
- Stocking and shelving
Timeline
Deli/bakery Associate
Walmart
12.2025 - Current
Food Service Worker
Aramark
12.2006 - 09.2025
GED -
Indiana Jr And Sr High