LYRIQ SMITH {ALEX}
EXPERIENCE
* = reason for resignation/termination
Kj’s Food Market - Cashier
July 2019 – November 2019
Created a working climate that promotes trust, integrity and selflessness with subordinates and assist management with training less experience personnel.
Learn to respond promptly while working as part of a team on a variety of engagements.
*At the time was a minor and parent advised me to resign*
Main Street Bakery & Gift Shop *Paid - Internship* – Baker Assistance
July 2020 – September 2020
Assist the Main Cook, Baker, & Decorator.
Icing/Decorating Cupcakes and Two- & Three-Layer Cakes
Making Cake/Cupcake Batter
Cookie and Pastry Dough Making
Making Variety of Icings
Ensure proper storage of baking utensils and supplies
Placing and Retracting pans, molds and pan sheets in the oven
Package and distribute products for customers
Maintain a clean and hygienic work area in accordance with health and safety regulations
Weigh out precise amount of baking ingredients using scales or graduated containers
Establish production schedule and set quota for the number of goods to be produced on daily basis
*At the time was a minor and parent advised me to resign*
CPC Medical Transportation – Help Desk Rep.
August 2021 – November 2021
Answer customer questions through phone and email
Learn to respond promptly while working as part of a team on a variety of engagements.
Helped make changes to account as well as add-on to the account
Enter data to process sales made in the field and reviewing data for accuracy
*Resigned due to changes in original contract*
Taco Bell – Cashier
May 2022 – August 2022
Wash, chop, and sort ingredients
Set up and use grills, fryers, and broilers
Assemble food orders and check for accuracy
Package products
Customer service
Greet customers in the restaurant or drive-thru
Take and process orders
Handle payments
Thank customers
Address customer concerns and inquiries
Maintain a safe and comfortable environment for customers and staff (Keep the restaurant, dining room, and parking lot clean)
Maintain a safe work environment
* Resigned due to better employment opportunity*
Amazon Warehouse Fulfillment Center – Stower/Picker
1st August 2022 – November 2022 / 2nd April 2023 – May 2023 / 3rd September 2024 – November 2024
Receive and put away inventory
Get customer orders ready and pack them up
Load boxes into trucks for shipment
Use scanners to read bar codes on products
View prompts on screens and follow direction for some tasks
Troubleshoot problems
Ensure product meets quality requirements
Operate power industrial trucks (PIT) such as a forklift or pallet driver, and work at heights up to 40 feet. Lift up to 49 pounds
Push utility carts up to 60 pounds
Stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, and reach during shifts
Use carts, dollies, hand trucks, and other gear to move items around
Go up and down stairs
Work at a height of up to 40 feet on a mezzanine
Adhere to strict safety, quality, and fulfillment production standards
*1st Terminated due to absence of work / 2nd Maternity leave. / 3rd Unrightfully terminated due to error in conflicting contracts*
Food Lion – Cashier
November 2022 – February 2023
Smiles, greets each customer, uses name whenever possible and provides prompt, accurate and friendly service while engaging customers to create a positive shopping experience
Exhibit behaviors that align with Food Lion's guiding principles, core values, vision, and strategy
Ability to shop multiple customer orders using the designated tools and equipment
Recognize or differentiate between all types of produce carried in the store, including differences between varieties of similar classes of products (e.g., apples, lettuce, etc.)
Substitute items when requested
Scan, bag, and label the purchase efficiently and accurately, while following established company policy and procedure
Verify all customer IDs presented and observe store policies pertaining to the sale of alcoholic beverages
Assist customers picking up orders
Complete Accountability Form from end to end process
Is courteous and helpful to other associates
Wears the Food Lion uniform with apron, complete with name badge, when on duty, has a neat and clean appearance while adhering to the Food Lion dress code
Controls store's expenses through proper use of store supplies such as receipt tape, bags and cleaning supplies
Adheres to all company guidelines, policies and standard practices
Observes and corrects all unsafe conditions that could cause associate or customer accidents
Notify QA of any cleaning issues or maintenance required for To-Go area and equipment
Successfully complete Computer Based Training (CBT) and Training Aid courses
Performs all other duties as assigned
Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations
*Resigned due to better employment opportunity*
American Chinese House Restaurant – Cashier/Manager
1st May 2023 – August 2023 / 2nd May 2024 August 2024
Greeting customers
Taking orders
Serving food and drinks
Providing recommendations
Handling payments
Maintaining tables
Communicating with kitchen and waiting staff: Relaying orders to the kitchen.
Providing customer service: Addressing customer concerns, handling complaints, and escalating issues to management
Adhering to health and safety regulations: Following sanitation, safety, and alcohol beverage control policies
Overseeing the day-to-day operations of a restaurant's front-of-house staff including waitresses.
Ensuring smooth service and excellent customer experience
Regulation of compliance with regulations with staff
Managing staff schedules
Resolving customer issues, maintaining quality standards.
*1st & 2nd Resigned due to better employment opportunity*
Notes for Employer:
SKILLS:
Data Entry
Microsoft Office Suite
Effective Communication
Reading Physical & Emotional Cues
Quick thinking
Adaptability
Friendliness
Dependability
Decision – Making
Basic Cooking Skills
Basic Cake & Cupcake Decorating Skills
Food Safety & Nutrition
SKILLS:
Leadership
Time management
Customer service
Active listening
Skills management
Computer literacy
Critical thinking
Teamwork
Attention to detail
Creativity
Conflict resolution
Project management
Work ethic
Writing
Negotiation
Flexibility
EDUCATION
Columbia High School
2017 – 2021
High School Diploma
Graduated with a 4.7 G.P. A
Participated in multiple clubs (Beta Club, Honors Society, Science Club, Math Club, Nerd Club, Chess Club, and Book Club)
For my first 3 years as a student, I was the school libraries official TA.
Played 4 years of Softball with School Team
Secretary of our School’s Student Council (4 years)
4 years completed in an AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination)