Nyxia Clayburn
Greeley
Summary
Experienced Catering Staff Member with a background in diverse food service environments. Skill set includes strong customer service, effective communication, and efficient problem-solving abilities. Consistently enhance guest satisfaction and team productivity through hands-on support and proactive approach. Known for contributing to successful events by providing top-quality service and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
While I worked at raising canes I was not only a fry cook but also a trainer and apart of your RI staff. Keeping close attention to detail on not only the presentation of our food but also our restaurant. With my quick learning, I was able to memorize and practice our protocols on the daily. Teaching them then to our newest members to ensure their own confidence in their abilities to complete the tasks of the job.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Catering Staff Member
University of northern Colorado
Greeley
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted in setting up events and dining areas for university functions.
- Delivered exceptional customer service during meals and special events on campus.
- Prepared food items according to safety and hygiene standards for student dining.
- Responded to guest inquiries and resolved issues promptly to enhance satisfaction.
- Assisted catering manager with setting up the event space and ensuring all necessary items were present.
- Served beverages, appetizers, entrees, salads, desserts. to guests during the event as needed.
- Communicated effectively with other members of the catering staff throughout events to ensure a smooth flow of operations.
- Stocked beverage stations prior to each meal service period with appropriate supplies such as cups, napkins, utensils, condiments.
- Maintained cleanliness of buffet area before, during, and after each meal service period.
Fry Cook
Raising Cane's
Colorado Springs
07.2022 - 08.2024
- Prepared and cooked menu items following established recipes and standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Managed food safety protocols to ensure quality and hygiene compliance.
- Assisted in training new team members on cooking techniques and procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline kitchen operations during peak hours.
- Monitored inventory levels of ingredients and communicated restocking needs.
- Operated fryers, grills, and other kitchen appliances safely and efficiently.
- Adhered to company policies regarding proper food storage, labeling and rotation of stock.
- Maintained a clean work area by washing dishes, utensils, equipment and counters throughout shift.
Education
History - No Declared Focus
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO 08.2024 - 08.2025
William J. Palmer High School
Colorado Springs, ColoradoSkills
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Problem resolution
- Order taking
- Food presentation
- Allergy awareness
- Sanitation practices
- Food preparation
- Food safety
- Food safety protocols
- Team collaboration
- Customer complaint resolution
- Customer satisfaction
- Customer focus
- Basic math
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Attention to detail
- Cultural awareness
- POS system operation
- Patience and composure
- Reliability and punctuality
- Multitasking and organization
- Teamwork
- Verbal communication
- Self motivation
Accomplishments
- Regional youth of the year - Boys and Girls Club
- Blue door award winner, 3rd place -boys and girls club
- Citizenship award - District 11 schooling
- Boy Scout volunteer - 5 years
- Founding member of scouting troop 115 (first female senior patrol leader)
- Care and share volunteer - 2 years
Timeline
Catering Staff Member
University of northern Colorado
08.2024 - Current
History - No Declared Focus
University of Northern Colorado
08.2024 - 08.2025
Fry Cook
Raising Cane's
07.2022 - 08.2024
William J. Palmer High School
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