Cheryl Argete
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Reliable Food Service Worker bringing 12 years of experience in food preparation and customer service. Took orders and made food quickly. Knowledgeable and experienced in food handling procedures. Enthusiastic Food Service Worker familiar preparing food ingredients and preparing dishes according to recipes. Conscientious and self-directed professional successful at working quickly in independent capacities. Knowledgeable about front of house and back of house protocols with training in food safety. Energetic and reliable food service workers with high attention to detail and strong command of food preparation safety. Expertly supports servers through high-volume shifts and caters to guest needs. Frequently commended for reliability and initiative. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Service Worker
GEF Senior housing foundation
Edmonton, AB
11.2013 - Current
- Assisted in the preparation of food items according to recipes and instructions.
- Cleaned kitchen areas, equipment and utensils.
- Stocked supplies such as food, dishes, utensils, and cleaning materials.
- Served meals to customers in a friendly and courteous manner.
- Greeted customers upon arrival in the dining area.
- Delivered food orders promptly and accurately to guests tables.
- Prepared beverages such as coffee, tea, soda..
- Maintained cleanliness standards for all service areas including dining room, kitchen and storage areas.
- Adhered to safety procedures when handling sharp objects or hazardous materials.
- Ensured that all foods were prepared according to health department regulations.
- Checked temperatures of freezers, refrigerators and heating equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Monitored inventory levels of food items used during meal services.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding menu items or special requests.
- Properly stored all leftover food items after each shift.
- Assisted with unloading deliveries from suppliers into storage areas.
- Followed food safety regulations pertaining to sanitation, food handling and storage.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes and silverware.
- Mopped floors and cleaned walk-in refrigerators and storage areas to maintain hygienic, sanitized work area.
- Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
- Maintained safe food handling practices to prevent germ spread.
- Welcomed and thanked guests to demonstrate appreciation for patronage.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
Senior Care Worker
Castlewood Care Homes
Edmonton, AB
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Monitored vital signs and assisted with medication administration.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on patient needs and preferences.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services provided including progress notes.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Responded quickly and appropriately to emergency situations involving the health of a client.
- Ensured that all health regulations were followed while providing quality care.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks like changing bed linens or tidying up living areas.
- Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.
- Kept room spaces, linens and restrooms clean and refreshed with supplies.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
- Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Assisted patients with transportation and mobility needs such as moving between wheelchairs and beds.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Community Support Workers
East-West College
3880 29 Northeast, Calgary, AB T1Y 6B609-2023
Skills
- Customer Service
- Safe Food Handling
- Food Storage
- Cooking procedures
- Food Preparation
- Food and Safety Standards
- Flexible Schedule
- Team Oriented
- Productivity and Efficiency
- Strong Work Ethic
- Food safety knowledge
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Covid-19 Safety Protocols
- Food handling standards
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
- Proper food temperatures
- Positive Attitude
- Problem-Solving
- Food allergy awareness
- Multitasking
- Food assembly
- Working with Diverse People
- Quick Learner
Languages
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Care Worker
Castlewood Care Homes
07.2023 - 08.2023
Food Service Worker
GEF Senior housing foundation
11.2013 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Community Support Workers
East-West College
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