Retail Sales Associate 2+ Years Experience, Dependable Team Player

Salvatore Puglisi

Personal Chef and Artist in the kitchen

Delray Beach, FL 33445 +1-561-***-**** ************@*****.*** Professional Summary

I'm the real deal New York style Deli guy! Comfortable in a fast paced, high stress environment with over 18 years experience in that setting. I take pride in my work. I focus on my responsibilities as a team leader and orchestrate with my coworkers on how they can be most efficient in doing the same. I am a Food Safety Certified Manager & Handler with 5+ years of management experience. I'm a quick learner and very easy to talk to! I have a valid driver's license & my own vehicle. I'm hard working an given the opportunity you will not regret having me on your team! Work Experience

Experienced Deli Counter

Bagels & Boyton Beach, FL

September 2022 to April 2026

• Operated deli equipment such as slicers, grills, ovens, and fryers in a safe manner

• Followed recipes accurately to maintain consistency in food quality and taste

• Provided excellent customer service by taking accurate orders, answering questions about menu items, and making recommendations

• Adhered to portion control guidelines to minimize costs while satisfying customer expectations

• Assisted in training new employees on food preparation techniques, safety procedures, and company policies

• Collaborated with management to implement cost-saving measures without compromising food quality or customer satisfaction

• Assisted in catering events by preparing platters of deli meats, cheeses, fruits, vegetables etc Server/Food Runner

Nicoletta's Pizzaria & Restaurant Boynton Beach, FL January 2020 to September 2022

• Efficiently delivered food orders from the kitchen to customers' tables, ensuring prompt and accurate service

• Assisted in setting up dining areas before service, including arranging table settings and utensils

• Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing any concerns or special requests from diners

• Communicated effectively with the kitchen team to ensure timely delivery

• Demonstrated strong attention to detail when checking orders for accuracy before delivering them to customers

• Managed multiple tasks simultaneously during busy periods while maintaining a high level of professionalism

• Adapted quickly to changes in customer needs or restaurant procedures, ensuring smooth operations during peak hours

• Worked collaboratively with fellow food runners and servers to create a positive dining experience for guests

• Maintained a clean and organized work area, adhering to health and safety regulations. Store Manager

Firehouse Subs Delray Beach, FL

June 2017 to December 2020

Hired as Assistant Manager, (leading the team in place of the Manager.) Was promoted to Store Manager after 8 months. duties consisted of

• Greeting customers as they enter

• Taking in person/phone orders

• Problem solving issues with angry customers, while making sandwiches

• training new employees

• Catering

• temperature logs twice a day

• counting and verifying numbers are correct on all registers & Safe

• (Morning shift) check safe drop from previous shift

• Go to the bank for change if necessary

• prepping all fresh vegetables, meats & bakery items for the day

• Placed Produce, Cheney Brothers, paper goods and Coca-Cola orders

• (Closing shift) counting all registers and dropping everything over $200 from register

• cleaning/closing duties. Locking door

Assistant Deli Manager

Kosher Kingdom Aventura, FL

May 2014 to April 2017

Promoted to assistant deli manager within first year of employment. They never sold hot cornbeef or pastrami until I started working their and suggested we buy a steam table to serve hot meats. Increased to-go sandwiche sales by 10%. Hand made multiple salads that went into case (Israeli salad, cucumber salad, Health salad, Tabouli salad, beets,) sliced Nova, Lox,Sable & Sturgeon by the pound. Vacuum packaged fresh raw Salmon & Tuna fillets. handmade empanadas, burekas and veggie burgers from scratch on indoor grill. On fridays for Shabbat we worked 13 hour shifts, non stop with no break

• Suggested new menu ideas based on trending flavors/ingredients that resulted in increased sales

• Incorporated creative garnishing techniques to enhance the visual appeal of prepared dishes

• Prepared specialty items such as charcuterie boards or party platters based on customer requests. Sous Chef

NYPD Pizza Lantana, FL

June 2011 to February 2014

Day and night shift Saute & Line cook. I was the assistant chef and head chef on his days off. Did all the kitchen prep work before open and between lunch rush during the day. Then at night shift was on the saute line with Chef and 1 helper running salad bay as I ran Saute and grill, & deep fryer. Worked 12 hour days, came in early to un pack the Sysco & Cheney trucks by myself for over 2 years. Cleaned the deep fry every friday. Learned much of my saute experience their. Would prep 2 bins of salad daily, 2 casses of raw chicken daily. Made eggplant and chicken cutlets ready every day for orders breading and frying. We also did a ton of catering, especially on busy weekends and Holidays. Education

culinary skills (Florida Culinary Institute)

Lincoln College West Palm Beach, FL

September 2007 to May 2009

Skills

Phone etiquette Food safety Communication skills Certified food safety manager POS systems Organizational skills Culinary Experience Guest relations Attention to detail Cashiering Cash register operations Store management Food running

Languages

Spanish - Intermediate

English - Expert

Certifications and Licenses

Food Handler Certification

ServSafe

Driver's License

March 2020 to May 2029

Additional Information

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

I am able to work all holidays, weekends and/or shifts that other people don't want or can not work. REFERENCES-

Nicole Pelliter 860-***-****

Travis Kutlars 561-***-****

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