Nutrition Assistant at Howard Middle School (2024-08 – Present)
- Collaborate with supervisor and staff to check temperatures and warm up food as well as cooling.
- Prepping food for staff and students.
- Line server and prepare warmers with water and set temperatures.
- Verified proper portion sizes to consistently attain high food quality standards.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
Line Cook at Masters Golf Tournament (2024-04 – 2024-04)
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
Prep Cook at Helms College (2023-08 – 2024-03)
- Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils.
- Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
Rural Mail Carrier at USPS (2005-07 – 2023-07)
- Sorted mail according to order of address appearance for easy access in field.
- Signed and received mail with signature requirements upon delivery and loading.
- Maintained records on customers with mail forwarding and change of address requests.
- Delivered mail and packages to customers on prescribed route while processing check submissions, money orders, and stamp purchases in field.
- Organized mail ahead of delivery runs for correct routing.
- Distributed items on time and to correct locations for punctual, professional mail services.
- Collected mail from post office boxes and distributed goods to correct addresses.
- Followed safety protocols and regulations while driving, upholding professional service reputation.
- Conducted daily maintenance and safety checks on delivery vehicles, limiting service delays and disruptions.
- Secured and properly stored packages for delivery to eliminate damage risks.
- Resolved complaints calmly and professionally to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Directly interacted with customers to deliver mail, packages, and ordered goods.
- Loaded and secured items in trucks to avoid damage to parcels during delivery.
- Greeted customers and answered questions regarding mail pick up times, postal regulations, and delivery costs.
- Sorted and placed mail into mailboxes and post office boxes with high levels of accuracy.
- Communicated customer complaints, requests, and feedback to company management for swift resolution.
