Averil Allen

•short hand cook preparing and cooking food for hotbox, aswel as prepared and cooked orders taken in person and via telephone.

• Maintained a clean and organized kitchen, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Handled high-pressure situations with grace, keeping up with fast-paced demand during peak hours while maintaining focus on accurate food preparation.
• Prepared meals with special accommodations for those with allergies.
• Washed, peeled and seeded fruits and vegetables to prepare for consumption.
• Experienced in money handling and eftpos.

• Worked in fast-paced environment with sense of urgency to serve guests quickly.
• Maintained a clean and organized workspace, contributing to a positive and safe work environment.
• Cooked menu items according to specified instructions.
• Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
• Completed orders within established timeframes, meeting customer expectations for prompt service.
• Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
• Prepared ingredients for menu items.
• Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
• Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
• Provided excellent customer service by taking orders, answering questions and responding to customer complaints.
• Used kitchen equipment safely and reduced risk of injuries and burns.
• Operated grills, fryers and ovens to cook food items.

• Handled money and payment to employees
• Kept kitchen up to code for health and safety inspections.
• Demonstrated flexibility in handling multiple orders simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail for each dish prepared.
• Maintained a clean and organized kitchen, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
• Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
• Resolved customer complaints professionally and promptly, maintaining a positive brand image and enhancing customer loyalty.
• Managed inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock at all times for customer needs.
• Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.