Harpreet Singh
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Proven leader and efficient Kitchen Hand at MacDonalds, adept in kitchen operations and sanitation procedures. Excelled in team collaboration and food safety, significantly enhancing workplace efficiency and reducing accidents. Skilled in cooking techniques and effective communication, I spearheaded a successful onboarding program, showcasing a dedicated work ethic and complex problem-solving abilities.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Hand, Crew Coach, Manager
MacDonalds
Melbourne, VIC
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Monitored inventory deliveries to minimize product losses and prep for service.
- Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
- Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
- Unloaded food deliveries and stored items in proper locations for easy access.
- Plated and presented food following chef requirements.
- Followed recipes and chef instructions to prepare food correctly.
- Operated kitchen equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions.
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Lifted and carried heavy materials.
- Trained new staff on food preparation and safety procedures.
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
- Operated food slicers, grinders and chopper in accordance with safety guidelines.
- Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
- Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
- Monitored food temperature, discarding items not stored correctly.
- Developed and implemented successful onboarding program.
Education
Commercial Cookry Certificate -
Gen Institute
Skills
- Basic Recordkeeping
- Stock Rotation
- Pantry restocking
- Cooking
- Food Quality Standards
- Food Preparation
- Kitchen Organization
- Ingredient Preparation
- Sauce preparation
- Verbal and written communication
- Fire Prevention and Safety
- Temperature Monitoring
- Team Collaboration
- Stock management
- Cooking techniques
- Sanitation Procedures
- Punctual and Reliable
- Food Plating and Garnishment
- Food safety measures
- Menu Planning
- Dishwashing
- Sanitation and Sterilization Procedures
- Positive Attitude
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Dedicated Work Ethic
- Food safety knowledge
- Chopping vegetables
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Workplace Health and Safety
- Kitchen Operations
Timeline
Kitchen Hand, Crew Coach, Manager
MacDonalds
08.2022 - 01.2024
Commercial Cookry Certificate -
Gen Institute