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Columbus, Ohio, United States

• Attended regular team meetings to discuss performance metrics and brainstorm process improvements, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
• Practiced safety protocols and conducted routine inspections, prioritizing safety and compliance within the work environment.
• Prepared product for 100’s of customers weekly. Worked with a team of 10+ people cooking, preparing and providing premium customer service throughout a shift

Columbus, Ohio Metropolitan Area

• Took on helping open a restaurant by preparing menu items, training staff and organizing the kitchen. Serving 100’s of customers weekly while managing a staff of 10+. Ensuring quality food, service and care weekly.
• Innovated menu revamp strategy, elevating customer satisfaction and demonstrating strategic planning and market analysis skills.
• Led kitchen redesign initiative, maximizing space utilization and increasing daily output highlighting project management and problem-solving skills.
• Implemented health and safety protocols, ensuring compliance with regulations, prioritizing safety and risk management within the workplace.
• Supported, managed and trained 10+ employees on recipe preparation and food execution, along with day to day operations, food handling and teaching quicker and safer ways to do tasks.

Columbus, Ohio, United States

• Conducted thorough market research to identify emerging food trends, informing menu development strategies and contributing to an increase in sales, demonstrating research and analysis skills.
• Led sensory evaluations and recipe testing sessions, refining flavor profiles and optimizing recipe formulations to achieve a customer satisfaction rate, showcasing attention to detail and quality assurance skills.
• Developed standardized recipe documentation and training materials, ensuring consistency across multiple employees and facilitating knowledge transfer, highlighting organizational and communication abilities.
• Collaborate cross-functionally in menu planning meetings and contributing creative ideas for seasonal specials, driving customer engagement and loyalty through innovative thinking and teamwork.

Kansas City, Missouri, United States

Responsible for daily prep, including; sautéing proteins, cutting fresh vegetables, preparing dough & pizza sauce, prepping and working short order menu for taproom.

Kansas City, Missouri, United States

Responsible for daily prep, including; garnishes for lunch and dinner service, working multiple stations, running food & calling tickets

Independence, Missouri, United States

Responsible for knowledge on all musical products within the store, running the POS, overseeing selling and trading of equipment. Specializing in guitar effect pedals and drum gear.

Parkersburg, West Virginia, United States

Responsible for checking in hotel patrons, transporting luggage, parking cars, and escorting guests to their rooms. Oversaw coffee bar as needed.