Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Languages
Certification
Timeline
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Isabelle McDonnell

Brisbane

Summary

Dedicated professional experienced in environments. Focused and collaborative team player skilful in communication, interpreting and translating customer requests. Deep understanding of food safety and health code requirements. Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cook

full flavour takeaway
Bribie Island
02.2025 - 04.2025
  • Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
  • Coordinated orders to expedite food from kitchen according to cook time and delivery time.
  • Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
  • Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
  • Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
  • Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.

Waitress

steakout pizzeria
Bribie Island
03.2025 - 03.2025
  • Filled condiments and napkin containers during slack periods.
  • Communicated with kitchen staff to stay updated on item availability and customer wait times.
  • Presented menus and answered questions regarding items.
  • Stocked service areas with supplies during slow periods.
  • Assisted in seating guests at tables or booths.
  • Checked back with customers throughout meal service to ensure satisfaction.
  • Organized take-out orders efficiently according to customer requests.
  • Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
  • Replenished beverages when necessary.
  • Set up tables in between patrons to reduce wait times.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders to streamline process for both customer and restaurant.
  • Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
  • Presented menus to patrons to answer questions about menu items and make recommendations.
  • Bussed tables as needed during peak hours.
  • Assisted other wait staff members in times of heavy customer traffic.

Boat Cleaner

Bribie island boat charters
Bribie Island
12.2024 - 02.2025
  • Assisted with launching and docking boats safely for customers.
  • Inspected cleaning tools for defects and reported major malfunctions to professionals for resolution.
  • Maintained equipment to good operating standards, promoting continued reliability and functionality.
  • Monitored operation of cleaning machines and stopped machines or notified supervisors when malfunctions occurred.
  • Cleaned out bilge compartments with appropriate cleaning supplies.
  • Transported materials, equipment or supplies to or from work areas.

Kitchen Hand

horizons college
Caboolture
07.2024 - 02.2025
  • Transported trash to dumpster, properly disposing of expired food items.
  • Assisted with special event catering and preparation, including setup and food service.
  • Operated dishwashers to sanitize dishes and silverware.
  • Followed recipes and customer requests to prepare meals.
  • Operated industrial mixers and other food processing machinery to support kitchen operations.
  • Swept and mopped floors to maintain cleanliness in the kitchen area.
  • Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
  • Maintained cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen, including washing dishes and utensils.
  • Monitored food temperature during storage and preparation to adhere to food safety standards.
  • Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
  • Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and delivery of orders.
  • Partnered with chef to cook food and comply with food preservation guidelines.
  • Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
  • Restocked condiments on tables throughout restaurant dining room.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
  • Distributed food to waiters and waitresses to serve customers.

Education

completed year 11 -

Horizons College
Caboolture, QLD

Skills

  • Food safety
  • Kitchen sanitation
  • Customer service
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem resolution
  • Effective communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking efficiency
  • Workplace organization
  • Inventory management
  • Works Well Under Pressure
  • Reliability
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Supply restocking
  • Grilling
  • Food handler certification
  • Allergen awareness
  • Kitchen equipment safety

Affiliations

  • baking
  • crochet

Languages

portuguese
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited

Certification

  • Completed six months of a Certificate II in Hospitality

Timeline

Waitress

steakout pizzeria
03.2025 - 03.2025

Cook

full flavour takeaway
02.2025 - 04.2025

Boat Cleaner

Bribie island boat charters
12.2024 - 02.2025

Kitchen Hand

horizons college
07.2024 - 02.2025

completed year 11 -

Horizons College
Isabelle McDonnell