Nicole Farkas
Knox
Summary
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.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
WINDOW LEAD
Westrock
06.2017 - Current
- Pays attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a learning setting, providing support and guidance.
BI-FOLD MACHINE OP
Masonite
05.2012 - 03.2017
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Cook Shift Leader
Miller's Merry Manor
Walkerton
04.2015 - 08.2015
- Supervised kitchen staff during peak hours to ensure efficient workflow.
- Trained new cooks on food preparation and safety protocols
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and sanitation standards in the kitchen.
Assistant Head Cook
Liberty Lanes
North Liberty
04.2010 - 11.2012
- Assisted in preparing and cooking menu items for daily service.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to maintain cleanliness and organization.
- Monitored food inventory and assisted in ordering supplies as needed.
- Trained new kitchen employees on food preparation and safety standards.
- Supported head cook in planning special event menus and service logistics.
- Ensured compliance with health codes and sanitation practices in the kitchen.
Day prep
Miller's Merry Manor
Walkerton
05.2011 - 05.2012
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Education
John Glenn High School
Walkerton , INSkills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem solving
- Continuous improvement
Timeline
WINDOW LEAD
Westrock
06.2017 - Current
Cook Shift Leader
Miller's Merry Manor
04.2015 - 08.2015
BI-FOLD MACHINE OP
Masonite
05.2012 - 03.2017
Day prep
Miller's Merry Manor
05.2011 - 05.2012
Assistant Head Cook
Liberty Lanes
04.2010 - 11.2012
John Glenn High School