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THOMAS DEATON
***********@*****.*** 425-***-**** Granite Falls, WA 98252
Self-motivated leader recognized for willingly taking on various tasks in busy settings. Focused on boosting customer loyalty by maintaining optimum customer service. Helpful and accommodating individual who is comfortable working with customers in all situations and answering questions or inquiries in order to deliver the best possible customer experience. Accountable and willing to go the extra mile in every situation. Flexible Schedule
Product Displays
Unloading Deliveries
Customer Service
Verbal and Written Communication
Safety Procedures Compliance
Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Engaging with Diverse Customers
Building Customer Loyalty
Merchandising and Display
Attention to Detail
Ability to Lift 40 pounds
Exceeding Customer Expectations
Kroger Bellevue, WA
Produce PIC/Clerk
06/2020 - Current
Rotated stock to maintain freshness.
Followed company guidelines for cleaning and sanitizing work surfaces and equipment.
Removed expired and overripe items to provide freshest options and eliminate health risks.
Monitored work environment to maintain safety, cleanliness and organization.
Checked prices and located products for customers. As the Primetime PIC I managed a dedicated group of produce team members and helped to motivate them and keep them on task, fielded questions from other departments related to produce and provided excellent customer service while handling customer questions and complaints.
Ruth's Chris Steakhouse Bellevue, WA
Assistant Sous Chef
10/2014 - 03/2020
Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
Supervised kitchen food preparation in demanding, high-volume environments.
Plated food according to restaurant artistic guidelines to promote attractive presentation.
Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
Coordinated and fulfilled high end food preparation for banquets of 60-120 people as well as making sure that all other dining room food also went out on time and of the highest possible quality.
Ivars Restaurants Seattle, WA Created tasty dishes using popular recipes, delighting patrons and Summary
Skills
Experience
Pantry Chef
01/2013 - 09/2014
generating return business.
Plated dishes using tasty garnishes and sauces to appeal to and delight patrons.
Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
Maintained orderly kitchen environment to reduce wasted time searching for ingredients, utensils and unnecessary items.
Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared. Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
Bellevue College Bellevue, WA
Some College (No Degree) in Criminal Justice
Food handlers permit - 2022
Education and Training
Certifications