Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Timeline
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Andrew Mason

Sydney,NSW

Summary

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

Timeline

Cook

Little Zaks
01.2024 - Current

Barista and Deli Worker

Deli Lana
11.2020 - Current

Deli 2IC Manager

IGA
10.2012 - 02.2020

Head of Catering for BOH

All Phones Arena
03.2008 - 03.2012

High School Diploma -

Blaxland High School
Andrew Mason