Gaganpreet Kaur
KITCHAN HAND
MARLESTON,SA
Summary
Hardworking Kitchen Hand known for handling support tasks, mopping floors, maintaining food safety and restocking pantry items. Considered motivated and efficient worker. Supportive team player willing to pitch in and enthusiastically help others with tasks. Offers stamina, flexible schedule and cross-training in different kitchen roles.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Beautician
Jeevi Brow Studio
08.2021 - Current
- Kept work areas, tools and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.
- Scheduled customer appointments and rearranged individual time slots to meet demand.
- Created memorable customer experiences, adding bonus services such as head and neck threading during appointments.
- Grew sales with great work ethic, individualized beauty care plans and positive attitude.
- Helped clients achieve desired looks for daily wear and special events by designing makeup strategies for each scenario.
- Suggested treatments and styles to suit customer appearance and fashion choices.
- Recorded notes for future reference about customer preferences and services delivered.
- Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
CHEF
Taste Of Bollywood
12.2021 - 06.2025
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock and following proper storage procedures.
- Adhered to procedures in preparing food items.
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety standards and efficient workflow.
- Developed innovative menu items aligning with seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
Cleaner
City Cross
02.2021 - 08.2021
- Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
- Handled equipment, chemicals and materials properly and with caution.
- Emptied trashcans and transported waste to collection areas.
- Organized and used industrial cleaning products following strict safety procedures.
- Worked alongside other cleaners to complete jobs in corporate office buildings.
- Mixed, used and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
- Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
- Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
- Maintained optimal supply levels to meet daily and special cleaning needs like cleaning food court area.
Front of House Wait Staff Member
Bollywood Grill
12.2020 - 08.2021
- Established welcoming atmosphere by greeting each guest warmly.
- Trained new staff in front-of-house procedures, customer relations and cleaning.
- Assisted servers with delivering food, filling beverages and retrieving items for guests.
- Disinfected frequently touched between guests to minimize infection risks.
- Helped guests at tables when in need of assistance.
- Reset tables between guests by restocking low items and wiping down surfaces.
- Kept hostess station neat and clean with well-stocked supplies.
Pamphlet Distributor
Spice N Ice
02.2020 - 11.2020
- Collaborated with team to engage large crowds.
Chef
SPIRIT OF INDIA
07.2025 - Current
- Developed and executed seasonal menus, emphasizing local ingredients and culinary trends.
- Oversaw kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Trained and mentored junior chefs, fostering skill development and teamwork.
- Streamlined food preparation processes to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
Salad Maker
SPRINGFRESH SALADS
03.2025 - Current
- Prepared fresh salads daily, ensuring quality and presentation standards met consistently.
- Managed inventory of ingredients, minimizing waste through effective stock rotation practices.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline salad assembly process, enhancing overall efficiency.
- Trained new team members on proper salad preparation techniques and food safety protocols.
Education
Diploma in Hospitality Management -
Durban International College
Adelaide, SA2022
Certificate IV in Commerical Cooking -
Durban International College
Adelaide, SA09.2022
Certificate III in Commercial Cooking -
Durban International College
Adelaide, SA01.2022
Till Year 12 -
Sant Baba Bhag Singh International School
Punjab, India03.2019
Skills
- Sanitation and Sterilization Procedures
- Food Preparation
- Stock Rotation
- Work Station Cleaning
- Proper Storage Procedures
- Team Collaboration
- Cooking Equipment Maintenance
- Kitchen Operations
- Work Coordination
INTERNSHIPS
Did at
- Stamford Plaza (cert III)
- Taste Of Bollywood (Cert IV)
REFRENCES
Parmeet Kaur
(MANAGER, Jeevi Brow Studio)
0452 645 166
Sandeep Singh
(SUPERVISOR, Taste Of Bollywood )
0478 495 464
Jasveer kaur
(MANAGER, Bollywood Grill)
0469 808 937
Parjeet Kaur
(Manager, Spice N Ice)
0420 709 035
Timeline
Chef
SPIRIT OF INDIA
07.2025 - Current
Salad Maker
SPRINGFRESH SALADS
03.2025 - Current
CHEF
Taste Of Bollywood
12.2021 - 06.2025
Beautician
Jeevi Brow Studio
08.2021 - Current
Cleaner
City Cross
02.2021 - 08.2021
Front of House Wait Staff Member
Bollywood Grill
12.2020 - 08.2021
Pamphlet Distributor
Spice N Ice
02.2020 - 11.2020
Diploma in Hospitality Management -
Durban International College
Certificate IV in Commerical Cooking -
Durban International College
Certificate III in Commercial Cooking -
Durban International College
Till Year 12 -
Sant Baba Bhag Singh International School