Food Runner at 1983 (2025-08 – Present)
- Brought most food to tables, engaging with guests and answering their questions concerning the preparation and ingredients within the food.
- Helped the head and sous chefs run expo, ensuring orders went out completely and accurately in the most timely manner possible.
- Ran expo alone when the chefs needed to step away or outside of peak rush hours.
- Delivered outstanding customer service and product knowledge to guests.
- Managed sauce and garnish (herb) inventory, ensuring backups were always present in varying quantities dependent upon the volume needed, and maintained organized work areas.
- Trained new runners, servers' assistants, and servers on the menu, ordering and running procedures, and company service and quality expectations.
Administrative Assistant at Corporation to Develop Communities of Tampa (2025-09 – 2026-03)
- Performed building maintenance, including painting, changing lightbulbs, minor repairs, and miscellaneous tasks such as moving things in and out of storage and organizing storage areas.
- Maintained cleanliness at all times, including sweeping, mopping, deep cleaning of bathroom and kitchen areas, and keeping all table and floor surfaces clean and free of debris at all times.
- Assisted with management of files and records, organizing and digitizing them where necessary.
- Set up for and cleaned up after events such as graduation ceremonies, job fairs, and leadership meetings.
Line Cook at Wright's Gourmet House (2023-04 – 2025-05)
- Prepared sandwiches, salads, and specialty menu items per company recipes and presentation standards.
- Managed expo station during peak hours, ensuring order accuracy and smooth communication between stations.
- Fulfilled catering orders, ensuring timely delivery and quality presentation.
- Trained and mentored new cooks in proper procedures and quality standards.
- Maintained strict cleanliness, organization, and food safety compliance.
Volunteer Food Service Assistant at Trinity Café (2020-06 – 2023-03)
Volunteer Service
- Assisted in preparing and serving meals to individuals in need in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Operated dishwashing equipment, cleaned prep areas, and maintained sanitation standards.
- Coordinated with other volunteers to ensure smooth meal service and guest satisfaction.
- Developed strong teamwork skills in a community service setting.
Deli Associate at Publix Super Markets (2018-06 – 2023-03)
- Prepared hot and cold deli items while ensuring food safety and quality.
- Fulfilled a very high volume of fried and roasted chicken orders, keeping the case full throughout extremely busy lunch and dinner rushes.
- Delivered outstanding customer service and product knowledge to guests.
- Managed inventory, unloaded trucks, restocked shelves, and maintained organized coolers, deep freezers, dry storage and work areas.
- Trained new associates on company service and quality expectations.
Front & Back of House Staff at Voodoo Dog (2019-10 – 2020-03)
- Took and processed in-person, phone, and online orders using POS systems.
- Prepared fried foods, burgers, hot dogs, and sides according to recipes.
- Provided support to guests including side sauces, substitutions and order modifications, replenishing drinks, etc.
- Maintained a clean and organized kitchen and dining area.
