DARREN SMITH
Miramar, FL ****5 786-***-**** dsmithbandz1924@
Professional Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented Cook with extensive experience at First Watch Daytime Cafe, excelling in food preparation
and customer service. Proven ability to maintain a clean workspace while efficiently managing multiple orders, ensuring
high-quality meals and customer satisfaction. Strong communication skills and a commitment to food safety standards
drive success in fast-paced environments.
Skills
* Customer service * Food handling
* Cooking * Unloading/ receiving
* Cleaning and organization * Communication
Work History
Cook
First Watch Daytime Cafe
* Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
* Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
* Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
* Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or
presentation.
* Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
* Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
Cook 02/2025 to 03/2025
Hungry Howies Pizza & Subs — Miramar
* Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
* Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer
satisfaction, and repeat business.
* Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
* Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Store Clerk 06/2018 to 07/2019
Dollar General Market — Pembroke Pines Fl
* Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
* Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
* Assisted in maintaining a welcoming store atmosphere by keeping common areas clean, well-lit, and inviting for
customers.
* Assisted customer by locating items, processing payments, and carrying out heavy purchases.
Back of House Team Member/sales Floor 06/2017 to 09/2018
Harbor Freight Tools USA — Pembroke Pines, FL
* Helped maintain a clean and organized work area through diligent daily cleaning tasks such as sweeping, mopping,
sanitizing surfaces, and washing dishes.
* Collaborated with Front of House team members during peak service hours to ensure accurate order fulfillment and
prompt delivery to guests.
* Performed daily cleaning and maintenance tasks to keep kitchen clean and organized.
* Performed shift side work as necessary to maintain kitchen output during peak service times.
Flagger 04/2017 to 06/2017
STS — Pembroke Pines Fl
* Ensured proper usage of signaling devices, including stop/slow paddles, flags, and radios for effective