Motivated college student with experience in fast-paced food service environments, specializing in customer service, cash handling, food preparation, and order fulfillment. Demonstrated ability to maintain composure under pressure while ensuring efficient service and high accuracy standards. Trusted to handle transactions, resolve customer issues, and support team operations during peak times. Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills contribute to a commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Takeaway assistant
Jays Fried Chicken & Desserts
Todmorden, West Berkshire
2025.04 - 2025.10
Responsibilities
Delivered excellent customer service by serving customers, taking orders, and ensuring a positive experience in a busy takeaway environment.
Prepared a range of desserts and sweet menu items while maintaining high presentation and quality standards.
Operated fryers and assisted with food preparation, ensuring orders were completed accurately and efficiently.
Handled cash and card transactions confidently, processing payments quickly and accurately during peak trading periods.
Packed takeaway and delivery orders, ensuring all food, drinks, sauces, and customer requests were included correctly.
Assisted with stock organisation and replenishment to support smooth day-to-day operations.
Maintained high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety throughout customer-facing and kitchen areas.
Supported colleagues across multiple areas of the business, demonstrating flexibility and a strong team-focused attitude.
Key Achievements
Trusted by management to handle cash transactions and work independently during busy periods.
Developed a reputation for fast, efficient service while maintaining accuracy under pressure.
Demonstrated versatility by successfully working across customer service, food preparation, dessert production, and kitchen operations.
Consistently remained calm and productive during high-demand periods, helping the team manage heavy customer volumes.
Received positive feedback from customers and colleagues for professionalism, reliability, and a strong work ethic.
Recognised as a dependable team member who could quickly adapt to different tasks and responsibilities as required.
Increased sales by 15%
Takeaway assistant
Sahara Fried Chicken & Grill
Ashton-under-Lyne, Tameside
2024.10 - 2025.03
Responsibilities
Delivered excellent customer service by taking customer orders accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced takeaway environment.
Operated the till and handled cash and card transactions confidently, ensuring swift service and accurate payment processing.
Prepared food items, including frying chips and assisting with grill operations while maintaining food quality standards.
Packed takeaway and delivery orders accurately, ensuring customers received the correct food, drinks, sauces, and accompaniments.
Maintained high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across food preparation and customer service areas, including cleaning kitchen canopies and workstations.
Assisted with unloading and organising stock deliveries, ensuring supplies were stored safely and efficiently.
Resolved customer queries and complaints professionally, helping to maintain customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Worked collaboratively with colleagues during busy periods to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
Key Achievements
Recognised for providing fast and efficient service during peak trading hours while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.
Earned positive feedback from customers through strong communication skills and effective problem resolution.
Selected to train and support a new team member, demonstrating reliability, competence, and knowledge of workplace procedures.
Demonstrated the ability to remain calm and productive under pressure in a consistently busy and demanding work environment.
Took on increased responsibilities over time due to strong performance and a dependable work ethic.
Education
GCSEs - GCSE
Marsden Heights Community College
Nelson, Lancashire
2019.09 - 2024.06
Skills
Customer Service
Cash Handling
Working Under Pressure
Teamwork
Food Preparation
Complaint Resolution
Stock Management
Fast-Paced Environment Experience
Communication Skills
Training New Staff
Reliability
Time Management
Literacy in english
Menu understanding
Task prioritisation
Technical problem-solving
Affiliations
Regular gym training, fitness, running, and swimming, showing discipline and consistency Interest in mixed martial arts, demonstrating focus, resilience, and self-control
Enjoy working in structured, fast-paced environments and improving personal performance
Playing chess, showing strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
Enjoy reading and developing knowledge across different topics