Saidou Diallo
Newport News
Summary
Inventive Retail Associate with the ability to multitask and remains calm under pressure. Upholds high level of accuracy and quality control in food preparation. Displays excellent customer service skills to interact positively with customers and provide memorable dining experiences.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Deli Cook
Food Lion
05.2025 - Current
- Reduced wait times for customers by quickly preparing made-to-order dishes without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Contributed to cost control measures by minimizing ingredient waste through careful portioning practices during food preparation.
- Consistently maintained food temperatures within safe ranges by monitoring cooking equipment settings throughout the day.
- Assisted in maintaining a well-stocked deli case by replenishing items as needed and rotating products to ensure freshness.
- Adhered to strict food safety regulations and hygiene standards.
- Followed recipes and cooking techniques for consistent results.
- Worked closely with other kitchen staff to facilitate timely completion of orders.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to ensure efficient production and adherence to food safety standards.
Retail Associate
Food Lion
09.2024 - Current
- Maintained a clean and welcoming store environment to enhance the overall shopping experience for customers.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Managed inventory effectively, ensuring proper stock levels and timely replenishment of merchandise.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to ensure efficient production and adherence to food safety standards.
- Maintained clean sales floor and straightened and faced merchandise.
- Processed incoming shipments efficiently, ensuring timely stocking of new releases and replenishment of bestsellers.
- Coordinated daily stocking activities, ensuring adequate coverage during peak hours for optimal customer service experience.
Education
No Degree - English Language
Virginia Peninsula Community College
Newport News06-2025
Bachelor of Science - Administrative, Financial And Account Management
Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research
Conakry, Guinea11-2012
Associate of Applied Science - Mathematical Sciences
Ministry of Pre-University
Conakry, Guinea08-2009
Skills
- Customer satisfaction
- Cleaning duties
- Food preparation
- Order taking
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Sanitation procedures
- Stock rotation
- Monitoring
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Cleaning and sanitization
- Multitasking
- Reliability
Timeline
Deli Cook
Food Lion
05.2025 - Current
Retail Associate
Food Lion
09.2024 - Current
No Degree - English Language
Virginia Peninsula Community College
Bachelor of Science - Administrative, Financial And Account Management
Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research
Associate of Applied Science - Mathematical Sciences
Ministry of Pre-University
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