Kamalin Kerstiens
Salem
Summary
Reliable food service worker bringing several years of experience in food preparation and customer service. Took orders and made food quickly. Knowledgeable and experienced in food handling procedures.
Skilled in diverse food preparation and serving tasks, with experience spanning from kitchen prep to customer service. Possess strong organizational skills, ability to work efficiently under pressure, and commitment to maintaining high standards of hygiene and quality. Contributed positively to team dynamics and consistently received positive feedback for speed and accuracy in fulfilling orders.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2022
2022
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Food Service Worker
Taco Bell
Salem
10.2019 - 01.2023
- Prepared food items following company recipes and safety guidelines.
- Operated kitchen equipment including fryers, grills, and ovens efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations in compliance with health standards.
- Assisted team members during peak hours to ensure smooth service flow.
- Handled customer orders accurately while providing friendly service.
- Stocked supplies and ingredients to support daily operations effectively.
- Collaborated with coworkers to enhance teamwork and service efficiency.
- Followed food safety regulations pertaining to sanitation, food handling and storage.
- Served meals to customers in a friendly and courteous manner.
- Operated cash register to process cash, check, and credit card transactions.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up workstations with necessary supplies.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware.
- Performed variety of duties related to food service.
- Cleaned kitchen areas, equipment and utensils.
- Stocked supplies such as food, dishes, utensils, and cleaning materials.
- Set up, restocked and cleaned dining areas.
- Followed staff performance and service standards to deliver consistent and positive customer experiences.
- Greeted customers upon arrival in the dining area.
- Maintained professional demeanor during interactions with customers and co-workers.
- Acquired new skills to support team and further accommodate customer needs.
- Received food orders from individuals and explained offerings.
- Assisted with unloading deliveries from suppliers into storage areas.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
Food Service Worker
McDonald's
Salem
04.2019 - 10.2019
- Prepared food items following company recipes and safety guidelines.
- Operated kitchen equipment including fryers, grills, and ovens efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations in compliance with health standards.
- Handled customer orders accurately while providing friendly service.
- Stocked supplies and ingredients to support daily operations effectively.
- Collaborated with coworkers to enhance teamwork and service efficiency.
- Followed food safety regulations pertaining to sanitation, food handling and storage.
- Served meals to customers in a friendly and courteous manner.
- Operated cash register to process cash, check, and credit card transactions.
- Performed variety of duties related to food service.
- Followed staff performance and service standards to deliver consistent and positive customer experiences.
- Greeted customers upon arrival in the dining area.
- Acquired new skills to support team and further accommodate customer needs.
Education
Salem High School
Salem, INSkills
- Food preparation
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Food safety compliance
- Customer order accuracy
- Cash register operation
- Team collaboration
- Service efficiency
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Adaptability to change
- Customer relationship management
- Multitasking
- Food serving
- Fast-paced environment
- Working with diverse people
- Interpersonal skills
- Positive attitude and energy
- Reliability and punctuality
- Order taking accuracy
- Customer service
- Positive attitude
- Quick learner
Timeline
Food Service Worker
Taco Bell
10.2019 - 01.2023
Food Service Worker
McDonald's
04.2019 - 10.2019
Salem High School