Malinda Herron

Cook/Cashier

• Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
• Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
• Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
• Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
• Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
• Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
• Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
• Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
• Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
• Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
• Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
• Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
• Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced [Type] environment.
• Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
• Suggested actionable improvements to streamline training procedures.
• Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
• Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
• Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
• Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
• Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
• Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
• Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
• Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
• Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
• Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
• Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.