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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Angela Dickenson

Mildura,VIC

Summary

Forward-thinking honest and reliable employee offering many years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Excellent and proven hospitality skills. Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations.

Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team and business goals.

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Conscientious and reliable worker skilled at safely and efficiently cleaning domestic and health care environments. Smoothly complete daily routes by using excellent multitasking and planning abilities. Competent team player with physical strength to lift heavy loads over extended time periods.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cleaner

Diggerland Disability Services
01.2023 - Current
  • Cleaning and sanitization of bathrooms, kitchens and other similar areas according to established protocols.
  • Removal of rubbish, debris and other waste materials from premises.
  • Clean and polish all glass doors, mirrors and other surfaces to maintain professional appearance.
  • Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
  • Removed trash, debris and other waste materials from premises

Truck Driver

Cleanaway Solid Waste Pty Ltd
02.2022 - 01.2023
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures.
  • Maintained daily log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.

Commercial Cook

Liberty Service Station
03.2021 - 01.2022
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.

Delivery Driver

Mildura Ice Works
01.2019 - 12.2021
  • Completed on-time deliveries by selecting most efficient routes.
  • Delivered orders to customers and business offices.
  • Maintained an enthusiastic and positive attitude in a busy customer-focused environment.
  • Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.

Delivery Driver

Sunset Distribution
02.2018 - 12.2019
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Delivered Woolworth's, Hello Fresh and Lite-N-Easy orders to customer residences and business locations.
  • Completed rush deliveries within limited timeframes to satisfy customer needs.

Chef

Meals On Wheels
04.2017 - 11.2018
  • Preparation and cooking of meals for delivery to Meals on Wheels customers.
  • Operated and maintained cooking appliances and cleaned equipment after use.
  • Reviewed stock and placed orders as required to ensure consistency in supplies.
  • Handled and stored food in accordance with food handling regulations and OHS requirements.

Shearers Cook

Self Employed
02.2016 - 03.2017
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with food handling legislation and OHS requirements.
  • Checked for quality and rotated stock to confirm freshness of all food and ingredients.

Chef

Edge Hotel
09.2015 - 07.2016
  • Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Assisted with menu development and planning.
  • Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
  • Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.

Chief Cook

Western Geco - Vespucci Seismic Woodside
07.2013 - 07.2015
  • Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Maintenance and ordering of stock as required.

Chief Cook

Front Puffin FPSO
03.2009 - 08.2011
  • Developed recipes, portion specifications, and standard preparation procedures for all dishes.
  • Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
  • Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
  • Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.

Chief Cook/Head Night Cook

PGS Orient Explorer Seismic
01.2006 - 07.2009
  • Developed recipes, portion specifications, and standard preparation procedures for all dishes.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.

Education

Certificate of General Education - Certificate of General Education

Mc Killop College
Swan Hill, VIC
12.1998

Skills

  • Preparation and Application of cleaning chemicals
  • Cleaning Equipment Operations
  • Interior Window Washing
  • Supply Replenishment
  • Safe Waste Disposal Techniques
  • Polish Furniture
  • Laundry Duties
  • Site Inspection and Evaluation
  • Green Cleaning Methods

Certification

  • 2005 Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats
  • Tropical Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training
  • 2008 Food Safety Level 1 Food Handlers Certificate
  • 2009 Offshore Emergency Training
  • 2018 Forklift Licence, Heavy Rigid Licence (Victoria)
  • 2021 Transport of Dangerous Goods Licence

Referees

Mr Luke Droffelaar

Previous Owner Mildura Ice Works

Phone 0409 500 969


Ms Corina O'Callaghan

Manager

Mildura Ice Works

Phone 0429 652 938


Simeon

Cleanaway Operations

Phone 0499 300 252



Additional Information

Over the years I have been employed in many positions including hospitality, truck driving and transport services and more recently as a cleaning duties in several different locations and industries.


I am honest and reliable, and I am committed to performing all employment tasks with integrity and due diligence.


I welcome the opportunity to meet with you to discuss my application to demonstrate my capacity to fulfil the requirements of the position as advertised


Yours sincerely


Angela Dickenson

Timeline

Cleaner

Diggerland Disability Services
01.2023 - Current

Truck Driver

Cleanaway Solid Waste Pty Ltd
02.2022 - 01.2023

Commercial Cook

Liberty Service Station
03.2021 - 01.2022

Delivery Driver

Mildura Ice Works
01.2019 - 12.2021

Delivery Driver

Sunset Distribution
02.2018 - 12.2019

Chef

Meals On Wheels
04.2017 - 11.2018

Shearers Cook

Self Employed
02.2016 - 03.2017

Chef

Edge Hotel
09.2015 - 07.2016

Chief Cook

Western Geco - Vespucci Seismic Woodside
07.2013 - 07.2015

Chief Cook

Front Puffin FPSO
03.2009 - 08.2011

Chief Cook/Head Night Cook

PGS Orient Explorer Seismic
01.2006 - 07.2009

Certificate of General Education - Certificate of General Education

Mc Killop College
Angela Dickenson