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Taylor Knowles

Roanoke

Summary

Dynamic professional seeking a position of responsibility within a forward-thinking organization, dedicated to fostering company-wide growth and positively impacting colleagues and clients. Detail-oriented with exceptional communication and project management skills, adept at navigating fast-paced environments while effectively managing multiple tasks. Recognized for a proactive approach to identifying and resolving challenges, with a strong emphasis on optimizing processes and aligning with team objectives. Committed to driving success through collaboration and innovative problem-solving.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Environmental Services (EVS)

Carilion clinic
01.2024 - Current
  • Evs is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and hygienic environment within healthcare. Also handles waste management, linen services, and may even be involved in minor repairs and maintenance tasks minimizing the spread of infection, EVS directly impacts patient safety when they say for a long or short time.
  • To summarize it all, cleaning, sanitation, and waste management practices that maintain a safe and healthy environment

Cook Supervisor

Trinty Services Group
06.2021 - Current
  • Supervise inmate labor and/or team members in the kitchen during food prep and food service shifts in the kitchen Prepare, assist, or instruct inmate labor and/or team members in the preparation of a variety of food items in accordance with departmental work production standards, standardized recipes, and work instructions Follow assigned facility housekeeping and safety practices in all preparation, oversight, and serving of correctional facility meals

Custodian

SSC Services for Education - Roanoke, VA
11.2021 - 10.2022
  • Conducts classroom and hands-on training on customer service, safety, compliance and company policies Conducts one-on-one training as needed Updates and provides training on use of janitorial equipment, PPE and chemical usage/safety Copies training material and revises material as needed; conducts administrative tasks as requested Provides feedback on new associates during orientation period; reviews trainee records to ensure successful compliance Provides recommendations for disciplinary action as appropriate. Performs reviews, i.e., monthly safety performance review, to ensure compliance with OSHA, Risk Management and other applicable companies/federal/state/local requirements and policies Performs walk-through building inspections as required

Deli Clerk

Food Lion
02.2018 - 01.2022
  • Respond to customer queries, make product recommendations and provide samples Help customers locate, choose and buy products. Weigh, label, package and make products ready for billing and delivery. Stock and organize displays and showcases. Clean the work areas and maintain tools and equipment. Coordinate with other staff in following food safety and hygiene procedures according to company policy. Ensure prompt service and high level of customer satisfaction.

Deli Clerk

Kroger - Charlottesville, VA
11.2015 - 01.2017
  • Cheese monger Responsible for the oversight of all day-to-day operations. This includes but is not limited to: All cash-handling procedures, including deposit and daily reporting reconciliation. Training and development of all shop personnel. This includes daily preparation and quality control of all yogurt products and toppings. Responsible for purchasing and the daily inventory of all products associated with the day-to-day operations. Responsible for weekly schedules of all employees and retention of employee morale. Oversee all sanitation and safety procedures. Responsible for all opening and closing procedures. Responsible for all marketing and in-unit promotions.

General Manager

sweet frog - Charlottesville, VA
12.2013 - 12.2015
  • Responsible for the oversight of all day-to-day operations. This includes but is not limited to: All cash-handling procedures, including deposit and daily reporting reconciliation. Training and development of all shop personnel. This includes daily preparation and quality control of all yogurt products and toppings. Responsible for purchasing and the daily inventory of all products associated with the day-to-day operations. Responsible for weekly schedules of all employees and retention of employee morale. Oversee all sanitation and safety procedures. Responsible for all opening and closing procedures. Responsible for all marketing and in-unit promotions.

Guest Services Consultant

Regal Cinemas - Charlottesville, VA
11.2012 - 12.2015
  • Positions include but are not limited to: Cashier: Responsible for all cash and credit card procedures relating to customer ticket purchases. Usher: Assist all guests with any movie-going experience issues and maintain cleanliness of all restrooms and theaters. Box Office Attendant: Conduct all movie purchase transactions and direct all guests to the correct theater. Reconcile and invent all tickets received. Food Preparation Associate: Responsible for all hot and cold food preparation. Observe and follow all food quality control procedures. Oversee all cleaning, sanitation and food practices.

House Person

Graduate Hotel
01.2013 - 11.2015
  • Responsible for walking and vacuuming the hallways and public areas make sure all bathrooms are clean Plus elevators, service areas, stairwells remove line and trash from public area and rooms also help housekeepers if needed with their rooms and striping them also help with laundry and separating them and dusting mirrors and tables

Education

High school diploma -

Fluvanna County High School
Palmyra, VA
05.2012

Skills

  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Critical thinking
  • Computer skills
  • Excellent communication
  • Active listening

Timeline

Environmental Services (EVS)

Carilion clinic
01.2024 - Current

Custodian

SSC Services for Education - Roanoke, VA
11.2021 - 10.2022

Cook Supervisor

Trinty Services Group
06.2021 - Current

Deli Clerk

Food Lion
02.2018 - 01.2022

Deli Clerk

Kroger - Charlottesville, VA
11.2015 - 01.2017

General Manager

sweet frog - Charlottesville, VA
12.2013 - 12.2015

House Person

Graduate Hotel
01.2013 - 11.2015

Guest Services Consultant

Regal Cinemas - Charlottesville, VA
11.2012 - 12.2015

High school diploma -

Fluvanna County High School
Taylor Knowles