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BINYAM DESTA

Edmonton,AB

Summary

Adept at enhancing team productivity and customer satisfaction, My tenure at Sami shawarma honed My food preparation and safety skills alongside excellent communication abilities. Woodworking involves shaping and assembling wood to create furniture, emphasizing precisions and creativity. Metalworking focuses on fabricating and shaping metal, requiring problem- solving and safe tool operation. Supermarket work revolves around customer service, inventory management, and product presentation, highlighting teamwork and time management. While distinct, these field share essential skills like attention to detail and a commitment to quality, making them transferable across various industries.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook's Assistant

Sami Shawarma
03.2022 - 01.2024
  • Worked with chef to prepare daily food specials and other supplies.
  • Followed recipes closely for consistent taste, quality and presentation.
  • Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Prepared food orders to support waitstaff and other team members.
  • Ensuring all ingredients are available and refilling them as necessary during service.
  • Cleaning work area, including the rotisserie and food prep surfaces.
  • Ensuring meat is handled and cooked safely to avoid contamination.

Supermarket Cashier

Shufersal
06.2019 - 01.2022
  • Assisted in training new employees on cashier procedures, enhancing overall team productivity levels.
  • Handled cash, credit card, and check transactions with accuracy to ensure balanced cash drawers at end of each shift.
  • Increased sales by suggesting additional products or services based on customer needs and preferences.
  • Maintained clean, organized, and well-stocked checkout area for optimal functionality.
  • Learn to scan item quickly but accurately, especially during busy hours. customers appreciate fast service.
  • Familiarize yourself with store's layout to help customers find what they need.
  • Understand they store's return, exchange, and discount policies to assist customers when they have questions.

Woodworker

Dicor
02.2014 - 01.2018
  • Measured and cut materials in adherence to schematic drawings.
  • Completed general finish work and sanding.
  • Contributed to customer satisfaction by delivering high-quality, handcrafted products tailored to their needs.
  • Operating saws ( e.g., table saw, band saw, or hand saw) to cut wood to required size.
  • Compared and matched color, grain and texture to select wood, veneer and laminate materials.
  • Keeping tools and materials organized and maintaining clean work environment.

Metal Worker

ISCAR
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Collaborated with team members to complete complex custom metalwork projects, ensuring client satisfaction.
  • Operated hand and power tools and heavy machinery safely.
  • Using cutting tools like saws, torches, or plasma cutters to shape metal sheets, rod, or bars.
  • Marking metal for uts and measurements using calipers, tape measures, or squares.
  • Contributed to successful project completion by meeting tight deadlines and maintaining consistent work quality.
  • Observed safety practices and procedures to maintain safe and clean working environment.

Education

High School Diploma -

St. Yakobu
Eritrea
06.2010

Skills

    Cleaning and sanitation

    Food Preparation

    Ingredient Preparation

    Strong attention to safe food handling

    Excellent Communication skill

    Patience, staying focused on long tasks

    Time management finishing projects efficiently

    Customer service helping customers find what They need

    Problem solving handling customer complaint or stock issues

    Physical stamina standing for long hours and lifting products

Languages

English
Professional Working
Hebrew
Native or Bilingual
tigrinya
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Cook's Assistant

Sami Shawarma
03.2022 - 01.2024

Supermarket Cashier

Shufersal
06.2019 - 01.2022

Woodworker

Dicor
02.2014 - 01.2018

Metal Worker

ISCAR
01.2012 - 01.2014

High School Diploma -

St. Yakobu
BINYAM DESTA