Yvette Alexander
Harpswell
Summary
Dynamic kitchen professional with a proven track record at Morse's, excelling in ingredient preparation and maintaining high food safety standards. Recognized for effective organization and a positive attitude, I enhance team collaboration and ensure a clean, efficient workspace, contributing to a seamless dining experience and minimizing food waste.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Staff Member
St Johns Catholic School
Brunswick, ME
03.2022 - Current
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict hygiene standards for optimal food safety.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables by hand and machine and assembled and mixed salad ingredients..
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and utilizing proper storage techniques.
- Transported food items from storage areas to kitchen for prepping.
- Unloaded food deliveries and stored items in proper locations for easy access.
- Monitored food temperature, discarding items not stored correctly.
Kitchen Prep Cook
Morse's
Lookout Point, Harpswell, ME 04079
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by preparing ingredients and assembling dishes according to recipes.
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with staff members.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and maintained its cleanliness after use for continued functionality throughout the shift.
- Manually washed dishes to clean all dishware, silverware, and cooking utensils.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
Server
Morse's Cribstone
Bailey Island, ME
04.2019 - 08.2021
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
- Supported colleagues during peak hours, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhanced overall productivity levels.
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
- Implemented effective communication strategies between front-of-house and back-of-house staff for streamlined operations.
- Kept up with fast-paced environments, ensuring timely delivery of orders during peak hours.
- Assisted in planning and execution of special events, contributing to restaurant's reputation for hosting.
Education
General Education
Mt. Ararat
Topsham, ME06-1978
Skills
- Effective organization
- Ingredient preparation
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Safe food handling
- Food preparation
- Organization and cleanliness
- Temperature monitoring
- Knife handling skills
- Refrigerator and freezer sanitation
- Positive attitude
- Team collaboration
- Punctual and reliable
Timeline
Kitchen Prep Cook
Morse's
06.2022 - 08.2022
Kitchen Staff Member
St Johns Catholic School
03.2022 - Current
Server
Morse's Cribstone
04.2019 - 08.2021
General Education
Mt. Ararat