Susan Winkowski-Syme
Rigby,ID
Summary
Knowledgeable about organizing supplies, sanitizing dishes and collecting trash to boost kitchen efficiency. Trained in different kitchen positions and skilled at providing top-notch coverage for any role. Bic spanishas communication abilities. Motivated kitchen worker ready to build foundation in food service. Eager to learn all kitchen roles and contribute to team success. Dependable, reliable and hardworking with basic cleaning, sanitizing and stock management skills. Dedicated to maintaining full stocks of clean dishes and utensils to meet expected customer needs. Safety- and team-oriented with organized and efficient approach to handling simultaneous tasks. Seek challenging new role with opportunity to advance in fast-paced kitchen environment. Diligent Dishwasher with 3 years of experience cleaning dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment. Team player with experience in marketing plan and multi-tasking. Quick and precise while always following quality standards. Flexible worker well-versed in operating industrial dishwashers, stocking supplies and maintaining kitchen work areas. Considered hardworking, punctual and easygoing team member. Diligent individual mops floors, takes out trash and sanitizes countertops to assist in keeping kitchen area maintained and up to standards. Hardworking candidate works in commercial kitchen settings to clean and sanitize dishes and silverware. Punctual team player with positive attitude and ability to undertake orders and direction. Excellent multitasker quickly learns and masters new concepts. Responsible kitchen team member washes and properly stores all kitchenware to prepare for dining room and kitchen service. Adaptable candidate comfortable functioning as independent worker with little to no supervision. Familiar with sanitization standards and industrial dishwasher operations. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level customer service Position.. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Dish Machine Operator
The Snake Bite Restaurant And Bar
Idaho Falls, ID
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Worked with chemicals such as detergent, rinse agents, and sanitizers to protect customer health.
- Scraped, washed and efficiently reloaded dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
- Completed extra cleaning work on garbage cans, racks, dry storage areas and other fixtures to keep kitchen spotless.
- Efficiently loaded and unloaded dishwashers, cleaning by hand large pots and items used often by kitchen staff.
- Helped team meet expected demands by restocking work areas throughout restaurant such as server stations, salad bars, and supply cupboards.
- Inspected dishwashing equipment and reported issues to supervisor.
- Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
- Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils, and trays quickly and without breaking.
- Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet customer needs.
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Stepped into additional roles during busy times to boost coverage of important stations.
- Washed equipment, surfaces, refrigerators, and other areas and applied sanitizing chemicals.
- Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
- Stored dishes, utensils and kitchen equipment in proper locations.
- Monitored dishwashing machines for proper functioning.
- Delivered washed dishes to various stations throughout restaurant to help team stay productive and focused on customer needs.
- Increased machine efficiency by scraping and pre-washing dishes.
- Disinfected counters and wiped down food prep surfaces to prevent illness and cross-contamination from raw meats.
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions and completed minor repairs to keep equipment functioning.
- Sorted and rinsed dirty dishes, glasses and utensils prior to washing.
- Washed dishes and assisted in bussing tables.
- Gently moved glassware, crystal, and other delicate items to prevent breakage.
- Boosted team efficiency by keeping kitchen areas organized, clean, and properly sanitized.
- Ensured continuous operation of dish machine through proactive maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.
- Supported safe working environment by properly disposing of broken glassware and damaged equipment according to company guidelines.
Welding Shop Manger
B.W.R INC. LLC
Magna, UT
06.2011 - 06.2018
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Maintained safe working environment by enforcing adherence to safety and security protocols.
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Delivered excellent customer service by addressing and resolving customer inquiries and complaints.
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
- Trained team members in successful strategies to meet operational and sales targets.
- Kept orderly and accurate accounting records by monitoring sales documentation.
- Created employee schedules to align coverage with forecasted demands.
- Established and optimized schedules to keep coverage and service in line with forecasted demands.
- Implemented store policies and procedures to remain compliant with corporate guidelines.
- Developed new promotional campaigns to attract new customers.
- Controlled costs by effectively negotiating with vendors, saving $Amount on budget per year.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue and effectively targeting new markets.
- Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
- Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
- Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
- Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
- Raised property accuracy and accountability by creating new automated tracking method.
- Controlled costs by effectively negotiating with vendors, saving $28,000 on budget per year.
Barn Manager/Equipment Operator
Turf Paradise Race Track
Phoenix, AZ
10.2008 - 07.2011
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Used forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts, and other equipment to move materials around work sites and organized according to need.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to prevent safety hazards and keep materials moving.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Enforced compliance with safety standards and regulations related to proper PPE, hand signals and equipment movements.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety and quality standards while operating equipment in dynamic environmental conditions.
- Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
- Completed minor repairs and replacements of equipment parts to restore functionality.
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks, cranes and other and coordinated supplies to promote efficiency.
- Graded earth and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
- Operated commercial vehicle to transport equipment and job-specific machinery to and from job sites.
- Assisted with safe materials transport between work sites to reduce downtime.
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately survey and grade terrain for worksite preparation.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
- Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
- Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.
- Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials on site.
- Assessed work sites daily for potential hazards.
- Performed preventive maintenance to prolong life of equipment.
- Adhered to instructions from supervisors and engineers onsite.
- Inspected and maintained heavy equipment used in construction projects.
- Provided technical assistance to other workers on job site.
- Transported materials and equipment to and from construction sites.
- Removed topsoil, vegetation, and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
- Made necessary adjustments to machinery for optimum performance.
- Monitored and adjusted speed of heavy machinery for safe operation.
- Adjusted soil levels and grade land for construction projects.
- Employed bulldozers, loaders and backhoes for construction projects.
- Operated compactors to compact soil, asphalt and other materials.
- Read blueprints and understood technical drawings.
- Used cranes and hoists to move large objects.
- Monitored overall health and well-being of 48 horses, paying attention to signs of concern.
Education
Bachelor Of Arts - Business Administration And Management
AIU Intercontinental University
Moline, IL08.2024
DVM Equine Medicine - Gastric Surgery in Horses
William Woods University
Fulton, MO05.1998
Skills
- Quality Control
- Safety Awareness
- Equipment Operation
- Chemical Handling
- Team Player
- Professionalism
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking
- Achieved a more fluent and smoothly run upgrade by introducing Software for inventory check and data updated systems to meet todays tasks.
- Supervised team of 5 staff members.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Documented and resolved customer service relations which led to a larger purchase orders placed.
- Supervised team of 5 staff members.
Affiliations
- International Association of Administrative Professionals
- American Society of Safety Professionals
- American Medical Informatics Association
- Society of Human Resource Management
Certification
- Area of expertise License - Timeframe
- Licensed Job Title - Timeframe
- Area of certification Training - Timeframe
- Area of certification, Company Name - Timeframe
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Quote
If today I did not learn something Anything NEW then My time here must no longer be needed. But if no matter how silly or unrelative a bit of knowledge may seem, if it is new to me then my purpose here on earth will have been full of abounding life, and I will see another day begin.
myself, sl winkowski
Work Availability
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Timeline
Dish Machine Operator
The Snake Bite Restaurant And Bar
09.2022 - 03.2023
Welding Shop Manger
B.W.R INC. LLC
06.2011 - 06.2018
Barn Manager/Equipment Operator
Turf Paradise Race Track
10.2008 - 07.2011
Bachelor Of Arts - Business Administration And Management
AIU Intercontinental University
DVM Equine Medicine - Gastric Surgery in Horses
William Woods University