Taylor Cayton
Hendersonville
Summary
Dynamic and dependable professional with a proven track record in the culinary and maintenance sectors, notably with the YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly. Skilled in cooking, food handling, and customer service, complemented by a determined personality and excellent communication abilities. Demonstrated expertise in enhancing operational efficiency and fostering team collaboration to exceed service goals. Human services professional prepared to excel in this role with a strong desire to assist individuals and families with accessing community resources and support services. Reliable team collaborator with strong focus on achieving positive outcomes and adapting to changing needs. Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook/Food Preparation Worker
YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly
05.2023 - 06.2024
Responsible for washing, peeling, cutting, and measuring ingredients while maintaining a clean and sanitary work environment, as well as, restocking and organizing inventory. All tasks were completed while working with other kitchen staff to prepare food orders and maintain excellent communication with employee's to ensure quality customer experience. All responsibilities were supported while maintaining efficiency working in a faced-paced environment.
Maintenance Crew
NC Department of Public Safety
05.2020 - 08.2021
Coordinated with work team to maintain grounds, execute landscaping projects, conduct equipment repairs, and develop preventative maintenance schedules for facilities.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Human Services
Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College
Asheville, NC05.2023
Certificate - Substance Abuse Studies
Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College
Asheville, NC12.2022
Skills
- Customer Service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Determined and energetic personality
- Empathetic and passionate about helping those being served with their goals and needs
- Capable of multi-tasking and completing projects
- Highly dependable
- Excellent communication skills
REFERENCES
- Vivian Baker, YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly, Food Service Director, Former Colleague, 828.333.2093
- Jacob Sawyer, YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly,Food Service Supervisor, Former Colleague, 828.505.5675
- Sherea Geddings, Blair Respite, Coordinator, Friend, 828.450.5205
- Jessie Thomas, Sunrise Community for Recovery and Wellness, Peer Support Specialist, Friend/ Former Colleague, 828.500.1523
Timeline
Cook/Food Preparation Worker
YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly
05.2023 - 06.2024
Maintenance Crew
NC Department of Public Safety
05.2020 - 08.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Human Services
Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College
Certificate - Substance Abuse Studies
Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College
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