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Hong- Ying(Abby) Chen

Willetton,Australia

Summary

Dedicated and hardworking food packaging professional with over 10 years of extensive experience in packing, sorting, and knife handling in team-oriented kitchen and factory settings across Australia and Taiwan. Demonstrates exceptional adaptability and a keen ability to learn quickly, ensuring efficiency and precision in all tasks. Known for a strong work ethic and excellent communication skills, contributing to seamless operations and a collaborative work environment. Committed to maintaining high standards of quality and safety in all aspects of food packaging.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cook

Tiny Beez Child Care Centre
06.2024 - 06.2025
  • Prepared child-friendly meals
  • Maintained hygiene in food preparation areas

Cook

Dux Café
11.2023 - 05.2024
  • Prepared meals and performed food prep using knives and kitchen equipment
  • Maintained food safety and cleanliness

Chef

Dux Café
07.2021 - 02.2022
  • Prepared meals and performed food prep using knives and kitchen equipment
  • Maintained food safety and cleanliness

Meat Packer

Spudshed Factory
05.2020 - 10.2020
  • Packaged and attached labeling to various meat selections.
  • Sanitized surfaces to maintain cleanliness of food service area.
  • Packed meat in Styrofoam, plastic and paper packaging and weighed on scale for pricing.
  • Ensured meat quality by properly storing and rotating products according to established guidelines.

Blueberry Packing, Weeding, and Pruning

Alumarine
10.2019 - 01.2020
  • Optimized picking techniques for increased efficiency, enabling timely completion of daily quotas.
  • Adapted quickly to changing weather conditions, implementing appropriate measures to protect both workers and crops.
  • Managed fluctuating workload demands effectively, prioritizing tasks according to urgency during peak season periods or inclement weather events.
  • Assisted the supervisor in preparing staff rosters and coordinating with workers to ensure clear communication and smooth daily operations.

Meat Packing Worker

M.A.P WA
04.2019 - 10.2019
  • Worked fast to complete tasks and meet daily deadlines.
  • Followed instructions and procedures to complete assigned tasks.

Multiple seasonal jobs across WA & VIC

Fruit & Vegetable Packing – Market City and Others
01.2014 - 01.2020
  • Packing, picking, thinning, pruning grapes, beans, apples, blueberries, etc.
  • Cleaning machines and processing stations

Cook & Kitchen Hand

La Veen Coffee & Kitchen
10.2016 - 10.2018
  • Prepared meals in an assisted living setting, including main special and shot order cook when requested.
  • Prepped sandwiches and desert for the following day.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary kitchen ensuring it met state guidelines for food safety and inspections).

Blueberry Packing, Weeding, And Prunimg

Richgro Garden Products
01.2016 - 01.2019
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Seafood Cutter & Packer

Octopus Factory
11.2015 - 12.2015
  • Skilled use of knives for cutting octopus, crab, and abalone
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, promoting safety and productivity.

Vegetable Packing & Peeling

Zimbulis Vegetable Factory
05.2015 - 11.2015
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Cook & Kitchen Hand in Japanese and Taiwanese Restaurants

Taiwan
01.2010 - 01.2014
  • Prepared and cooked meals
  • Gained experience in fast-paced kitchen environments

Education

Certificate - Logistics Management

College of Logistics Management

Skills

  • Experienced in meat, fruit, and vegetable packing
  • Skilled in knife work, cutting seafood and produce
  • Strong understanding of food hygiene and safety standards
  • Excellent team player with positive attitude
  • Quick learner with ability to adapt to fast-paced environments
  • Honest, organized, and attention to detail
  • Physically fit and capable of standing for long hours

Certification

Working with Children Check

All about Allergens for Children's education and care


Languages

Mandarin (Native)
English (Basic)

Timeline

Cook

Tiny Beez Child Care Centre
06.2024 - 06.2025

Cook

Dux Café
11.2023 - 05.2024

Chef

Dux Café
07.2021 - 02.2022

Meat Packer

Spudshed Factory
05.2020 - 10.2020

Blueberry Packing, Weeding, and Pruning

Alumarine
10.2019 - 01.2020

Meat Packing Worker

M.A.P WA
04.2019 - 10.2019

Cook & Kitchen Hand

La Veen Coffee & Kitchen
10.2016 - 10.2018

Blueberry Packing, Weeding, And Prunimg

Richgro Garden Products
01.2016 - 01.2019

Seafood Cutter & Packer

Octopus Factory
11.2015 - 12.2015

Vegetable Packing & Peeling

Zimbulis Vegetable Factory
05.2015 - 11.2015

Multiple seasonal jobs across WA & VIC

Fruit & Vegetable Packing – Market City and Others
01.2014 - 01.2020

Cook & Kitchen Hand in Japanese and Taiwanese Restaurants

Taiwan
01.2010 - 01.2014

Certificate - Logistics Management

College of Logistics Management
Hong- Ying(Abby) Chen