Kashawn Bennett
Trenton, NJ *****
************@*****.***
Work Experience
Security Guard
Marion Security Agency - Columbus, NJ
August 2023 to October 2023
Maintaining a safe environment for the residents of Homestead Checking all visitors and contractors at the front booth Patrolling
Staying alert and aware of HOA surroundings
Security Officer
St. Moritz Security Services, Inc. - Township of Hamilton, NJ November 2022 to July 2023
• Securing the premises from any unauthorized personnel or vehicles.
• patrolling and making sure warehouse is in safe condition
• report any suspicious activity
• Locking and unlocking gate at appropriate time
Security Guard
A&A Security Group - Township of Monroe, NJ
March 2022 to November 2022
• inbound and outbound the trailers
• processing paperwork into BOLs
• securing the gate from unauthorized trailers
• reporting all invoices to Shift supervisors
Security Officer
IronRock Security - Dayton, NJ
July 2021 to December 2021
To tour the site during the constructions period.
Take daily notes and pictures of any unauthorized personnel or vehicle. Security Officer
Champion National Security, Inc - East Windsor, NJ December 2020 to April 2021
• Licensed professional security officer for 3 years
• Patrolled Performance Team
• Enforced security regulations
• Documented reports of suspicious activity
• Effectively communicated pertinent information to employees, visitors, patrons and guests Security Officer
GardaWorld - Trenton, NJ
July 2020 to August 2020
Monitor CCTV cameras
Make tours around the premise
Sign all employees and visitors into log book
Security Officer
March 2020 to June 2020
Make security tours around the premises
Making sure the residents doesn't cause harm to others, bring in any contraband. Monitor the front desk and check who is coming in and out of the building Make daily report every hour..
Security/Concierge
KPS Affiliates Inc - West, TX
March 2020 to June 2020
Monitor the front desk
Make and report in our daily log book
Monitor all CCTV cameras, as well as signing in visor or deliveries Front Desk Receptionist
Roseville Manor Center - Newark, NJ
August 2019 to January 2020
• Answering calls about Patients, transferring to Nurse, CNAs, Admin
• Patrolling the premises after hours
• Being alert and aware of whos coming in and out building Front Desk Security Officer
Daughters of Miriam Center - Clifton, NJ
July 2019 to October 2019
Security receptionists are efficiency experts who possess receptionist training, such as in answering phones and greeting visitors, as well as security training, such as in watching for suspicious activity, issuing badges and access cards and maintaining secure logs. These individuals are responsible for inspecting bags and packages, monitoring visitor activity and performing surveillance. They also operate detecting devices, such as metal detectors and wands, and ensure alarm systems are functioning properly.
Security Officer
CSI - Short Hills, NJ
March 2019 to June 2019
I was stationed at the Short Hill Mall. Work for a jewelery store. Making sure to keep any suspicious activity outside of the store. If I suspected anything, I was to call mall security so they can contact milburn police
Security Officer
Building Security Services - Newark, NJ
July 2018 to January 2019
• Protecting and making sure visitor sign in
• Reporting any suspicion activity
• Logging in the time sheet, doing a tour around the premises. Dishwasher, Steward, Line Cook, Prep Cook
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant
March 2016 to February 2018
Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
Reduced food costs by [Number] percent by using seasonal ingredients, setting standards for portion size and minimizing waste.
Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards. Maintained a skilled kitchen staff by properly coaching, counseling and disciplining employees. Maintained updated knowledge of local competition and restaurant industry trends. Developed menus, pricing and special food offerings to increase revenue and customer satisfaction. Ensured all staff understood expectations and parameters of kitchen goals and daily kitchen work. Led shifts while personally preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications. Regularly interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels. Achieved and exceeded performance, budget and team goals. Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals and kitchen sanitation. Chef
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant - Florham Park, NJ October 2016 to August 2017
Promptly reported any maintenance and repair issues to Executive Chef. Recommended menu items to the Executive Chef for new dish development, holidays, special events and promotions.
Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
Led shifts while personally preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications. Regularly interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels. Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areas.
Changed and sanitized all cutting boards, benches and surfaces when beginning a new task to avoid cross-contamination.
Cooked and served food and meals in accordance with planned menus, diet plans, recipes, portions, temperature control procedures and facility policies. Cook
Line - Secaucus, NJ
December 2007 to April 2016
Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards. Maintained updated knowledge of local competition and restaurant industry trends. Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
Cooked and served food and meals in accordance with planned menus, diet plans, recipes, portions, temperature control procedures and facility policies. Helped with preparation, set-up, and service for catering events Inspected and cleaned food preparation areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices Prepared and served cold drinks, or frozen milk drinks or desserts, using drink-dispensing, milkshake, or frozen custard machines
Chef
Line - Jersey City, NJ
March 2014 to April 2015
Promoted shop safety by working in a safe manner.
Followed company procedures to maintain work environment in a neat and orderly condition. Managed 65-person team of cooks and back of house staff for a high-end barbecue restaurant. Assisted diners with obtaining food from buffet/serving table as needed. Baked, roasted, broiled, and steamed meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods Checked temperatures of freezers, refrigerators, and heating equipment to ensure proper functioning Cleaned and sterilized equipment and facilities
Cleaned and organized eating, service, and kitchen areas Worked stations including pizza, omelet, soup, salad, sandwich, and dessert at a busy cafeteria. Responsible for the design and preparation of all menu items for private home/office setting. Responsible for the production and plating of desserts. Line Cook, Prep Cook, and Dishwasher, Bread Maker
Red Lobster - Charleston, SC
January 2005 to April 2011
• Prepping before the line got set up.
• Preparing the cheddar biscuit, stocking the salad station
• Alley coordinator, Server, Utility/dishwasher
Education
High School Diploma
West Ashley High School - Charleston, SC
Skills
• Food Preparation
• Culinary Experience
• Surveillance
• CCTV
• Food Production
• Security
• Food Handling
• Catering
• Supervising Experience
• Guest Services
• Cooking
• Kitchen Management Experience
• Leadership
• Hotel experience
• Security
• Customer service
• Conflict management
• Team management
• Security
• Customer service
• Conflict management
• Supervising experience
• Leadership
• Guest services
• Team management
• Serving
• Front desk
• Food handling
Certifications and Licenses
Food Handler Certification
SORA