Dedicated professional experienced in environments. Focused and collaborative team player skillful in communicating and translating customer requests. Offering deep understanding of food safety, osha and health code requirements.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
Little Zaks
Winmalee, NSW
01.2024 - Current
Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
Performed basic administrative duties such as inventory management, ordering supplies.
Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
Managed inventory levels of ingredients and supplies necessary for daily operations.
Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
Updated daily checklists and diet/allergy lists.
Cook, sanitise and serve diet foods to cross contamination procedures.
Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
Barista and Deli Worker
Deli Lana
Kurrajong, NSW
11.2020 - Current
Operate a small Cafe by myself; making barista coffees, wraps to go, hot pies, cheese, deli meats and small goods
Organized workstations efficiently so that tasks could be completed quickly during peak hours.
Provided excellent customer service by responding to inquiries quickly and professionally.
Adhered to health department regulations concerning sanitation standards.
Ground beans for espresso shots according to individual customer specifications.
Monitored inventory levels of supplies and restocked when necessary.
Greeted customers and took orders for coffee drinks, food items, and other beverages.
Kept up-to-date records of sales transactions using point-of-sale systems.
Made charcuterie boards and boxes for promotions.
Operated cash registers to process customer payments.
Labeled containers of milk for use in coffee drinks according to expiration dates.
Trained new baristas on company policies and procedures regarding food handling safety standards.
Deli 2IC Manager
IGA
Blaxland, NSW
10.2012 - 02.2020
Reviewed work processes and identified areas for improvement.
Developed strategies for improving customer service standards.
Analyzed financial reports for cost savings opportunities.
Recruited qualified candidates for open positions within the department.
Led team meetings to discuss current projects, goals, and objectives.
Prepared weekly progress reports for upper management.
Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth workflow.
Monitored performance of staff and provided feedback.
Daily ordering of stock, storing of stock in dry goods, cool rooms, freezers, and chemical cupboards.
Weekly financial report logs, with last year and last week comparisons.
Prepare and display an array of food: salads, pastries, pies, antipasto, cold cut meats, raw bacon, raw chicken, fish, cheese, soups, ready meals, and pâté.
Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
Head of Catering for BOH
All Phones Arena
Sydney Olympic Park, NSW
03.2008 - 03.2012
Roster full-time, casual, and temp staff to multiple kitchens, cafes, and outlets.
Suites set up for large events and functions, each to their own special requirements.
Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Worked in fast-paced, busy kitchens in multiple locations with a large number of customers.
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Operated a variety of machinery, large industrial grills, boiling pots, conveyor dishwashers, and ovens.
Refilled and stored gas tanks according to safety procedures and standards.
On-the-spot kitchen setups to outdoor or non-kitchen areas.
Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Blaxland High School
Blaxland, NSW
12-2005
Skills
Food safety
Inventory management
Problem solving
Stock management
Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
Food handling
Food handler certification
Special diets
Certification
Work with a child certificate
Food Handler Supervisor Certificate
First Aid certificate
CPR training certificate
Accomplishments
Pride of workmanship Award from Kurrajong and North Richmond Rotary club 2023