Kaydence Merwin
San Tan Valley,AZ
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with a proven track record at Original Chopshop, excelling in food preparation and kitchen organization. Highly motivated and detail-oriented, I consistently enhanced customer satisfaction through effective teamwork and problem-solving. Skilled in grilling techniques and maintaining cleanliness standards, I thrive in fast-paced environments while ensuring quality control. I also love interacting with customers and staff.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Original Chopshop
04.2025 - Current
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to established recipes and quality standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking ingredient usage and minimizing waste.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes during peak hours.
- Adapted quickly to changing menu items and special requests from customers.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, adhering to safety protocols.
- Received and stored food supplies, ensuring freshness and proper rotation of stock.
- Contributed to a positive team atmosphere through effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Crew Member
Canes Chicken Fingers
02.2025 - 04.2025
- Provided exceptional customer service in fast-paced environment.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of work area.
- Learned and adhered to safety protocols for food handling.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient operations.
- Supported inventory management by restocking supplies as needed.
- Enhanced customer experience through effective communication skills.
- Adapted quickly to changing tasks and priorities during peak hours.
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to complete orders.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service at the register.
Education
High School Diploma -
Grad Solutions
Chandler, AZ05-2026
Skills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Professional attitude
- Customer service
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Active listener
- Food preparation
- Problem-solving
- Food safety knowledge
- Team coordination
- Food safety
- Cleanliness standards
- Kitchen sanitization
- Knife skills
- Kitchen station setup
- Kitchen sanitation
- Following cooking methods
- Deep fryer operation
- Kitchen organization
- Quality control
- Kitchen operations
- Line management
- Grilling techniques
- Workload management
- Ingredient preparation
- Food safety standards
- Server communication
Timeline
Line Cook
Original Chopshop
04.2025 - Current
Crew Member
Canes Chicken Fingers
02.2025 - 04.2025
High School Diploma -
Grad Solutions