Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Languages
References
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Xavier Coleman

Florissant,MO

Summary

Dedicated an punctual professional experienced in following menus and recipes to prepare quality food. Polished in setting up and cleaning equipment for daily food preparation and helping manage supplies. Excellent multitasker recognized for supporting successful kitchen operations. Customer-focused Retail Sales Associate recognized for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in customer service, inventory management, and sales techniques. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability to ensure positive shopping experiences and meet sales goals. Open and positive communicator with calm and level-headed approach to managing routine needs and meeting special challenges.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cook

Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
Florissant, MO
03.2023 - Current
  • Supervised and trained kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.
  • Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
  • Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
  • Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
  • Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
  • Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
  • Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
  • Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
  • Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
  • Coordinated orders to expedite food from kitchen according to cook time and delivery time.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
  • Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
  • Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
  • Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.

Retail Sales Associate

St. Louis Zoo
St Louis, MO
05.2022 - 08.2024
  • Assisted with unloading delivery trucks and stocking shelves with new merchandise.
  • Processed returned merchandise according to company policies.
  • Operated point-of-sale systems accurately to process payments from customers.
  • Provided product information and answered customer questions.
  • Performed cashier duties such as ringing up sales, processing payments, and issuing receipts.
  • Greeted customers upon entering the store and provided assistance.
  • Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Followed company policies, rules and procedures to promote company goals and maintain safety.
  • Helped customers by answering questions and locating merchandise.
  • Answered questions about current promotions and resolved issues according to store policies.
  • Arranged merchandise for display to highlight new styles, attract customers, and enhance sales.
  • Provided excellent customer service, resolving issues and answering queries promptly.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and contribute to a positive work environment.
  • Operated cash registers and processed transactions including sales, returns, and exchanges.
  • Kept calm and applied strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills to resolve conflicts.
  • Calculated pricing, applied discounts, and collected payments to process transactions.
  • Bagged or packaged purchases and wrapped gifts.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hazelwood West High School
Hazelwood, MO
06-2024

Skills

  • Food handling
  • Supply Restocking
  • Frying
  • Order Verification
  • Sanitation
  • Customer Service
  • Surface cleaning
  • Ingredient inspection
  • Sanitation Practices
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Food Preparation
  • Focused and disciplined
  • Knife Skills
  • Positive and professional
  • New Hire Training

Affiliations

  • 4 year varsity wrestler and 2 year team captain.
  • 3 year varsity football player

Certification

  • Drivers license

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Cook

Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
03.2023 - Current

Retail Sales Associate

St. Louis Zoo
05.2022 - 08.2024

High School Diploma -

Hazelwood West High School
Xavier Coleman