PAYTON
BEHRENS
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Springfield, Missouri 65802
CONTACT
SKILLS
• Food preparation
• Cleaning and sanitizing
• Recipe-based cooking
• Grilling and frying
• Customer service
• Time management
• Cooking
• Positive attitude
• Dishwashing
• Verbal and written communication
• Multitasking
• Organization
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in culinary skills and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and jobs. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time- management skills. Prepared to start dream career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive. deter to gain real life experience and succes.
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Kitchen Staff Member
Big slice, Springfield, MO
Front of House Employee
Slim chickens, Independence, MO
Baker
Crumble cookie, Independence, MO
EXPERIENCE
January 2025 - Present
Set up workstation with all needed ingredients and cooking utensils and equipment.
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Assisted with preparation of meals in accordance with recipes and dietary requirements.
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• Properly labeled and stored food items in the refrigerator and freezer.
• Washed dishes, glassware, and flatware by hand or with industrial dishwasher. May 2023 - August 2024
• Maintained high levels of cleanliness throughout the dining area. Built relationships with regular customers through friendly conversations and
• personalized attention.
Monitored inventory levels for food, beverages, and supplies to ensure adequate stock was available at all times.
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Greeted guests promptly and warmly upon arrival, ensuring all questions were answered fully.
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• Transported food items from kitchen and presented to guest tables.
• Assembled and expedited food for customers, checking orders for accuracy. Cleaned and organized front of house to maintain optimal health and safety practices.
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December 2022 - April 2023
• Baked cookies
• Cashier
Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen to comply with health and safety regulations.
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• Prepared and baked cookies, according to recipes. Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Criminology Candidate Missouri State University, Springfield, MO, US
High School Diploma
Truman highschool, Independence Missouri
EDUCATION
Expected graduation May 2028
May 2024
GPA 3.9
Relevant Coursework
• Culinary capstone
CERTIFICATIONS
• Food handlers