Abriyana Dykes
Charlotte
Summary
I am a hard-working Johnson and Wales graduate looking for a challenging position where I can enhance my skills and contribute to the organization's growth and profitability. I can stay calm and persevere in high-stress situations. I am willing to take on challenging assignments and expand my knowledge.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Banquet Server
Beau Monde
Charlotte
08.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with event coordinators to meet client requirements and expectations.
- Welcomed guests upon arrival and provided assistance throughout the event.
- Served beverages and appetizers to guests in an efficient manner.
- Prepared serving stations for meals following established guidelines.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to facilitate timely service delivery.
Event Line Cook – Banquet Server
MTC Events
Charlotte
05.2025 - Current
- Assisted event Chef in ensuring proper food distribution and adherence to food safety regulations.
- Adapted to changing demands during busy events, ensuring timely meal service.
- Oversaw food inventory management and enforced proper storage procedures.
- Coordinated with team members to sustain kitchen cleanliness and organization.
- Assisted in the breakdown and clean-up after each banquet event.
Line Cook
Indaco
Charlotte
10.2023 - 12.2024
- Monitored oven temperature and adjusted settings to ensure crispy crusts and perfectly cooked pizzas.
- I maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Trained new line cooks on kitchen procedures and cooking techniques effectively.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to prepare food efficiently and meet service timelines.
- Maintained tidy and orderly workspace while adhering to food safety and cleanliness regulations.
Line Cook
Victors
Florence
07.2022 - 01.2024
- Prepared ingredients following standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously to meet demand during peak service hours.
- Operated fryers and grills to ensure food safety and quality standards.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Trained new line cooks on kitchen procedures and cooking techniques to enhance team efficiency.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
Cashier – Food Packer
Bojangles
Marion
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Handled cash, credit, and gift card transactions securely to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
- Organized and cleaned checkout area during peak hours to enhance customer experience.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth service flow during rush periods.
- Maintained food handling, storage, and packaging requirements to minimize waste and prevent food-related illness.
Education
BA - F&B Entrepreneurship
Johnson & Wales University
Charlotte, NC01-2024
Associate - Culinary Arts
Johnson & Wales University
Charlotte, NC01-2022
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Food Knowledge
- Food Safety
- Cleanliness
- Knife Skills
- Allergen awareness
- Cuisine specialization
- Seasonal ingredients
- Cross-utilization
- Menu development
- Multiple taskers
- Communication
- Creativity
- Strategic thinking
Certification
Safe SERV Certification
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Banquet Server
Beau Monde
08.2025 - Current
Event Line Cook – Banquet Server
MTC Events
05.2025 - Current
Line Cook
Indaco
10.2023 - 12.2024
Line Cook
Victors
07.2022 - 01.2024
Cashier – Food Packer
Bojangles
06.2020 - 08.2020
BA - F&B Entrepreneurship
Johnson & Wales University
Associate - Culinary Arts
Johnson & Wales University