Jade Kellas
Saint Leonards,VIC
Summary
Detail-oriented food service professional with experience in kitchen operations and customer engagement. Known for effective communication and problem-solving skills, contributing to improved team performance and resident satisfaction.
Overview
1
1
Certification
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Service Assistant
Estia health
Leopold, Vic
04.2026 - Current
- Prepared and served meals according to dietary guidelines and resident preferences.
- Supported kitchen staff with inventory management and stock rotation.
- Served meals to residents, ensuring timely service during meal times.
- Followed safety and hygiene protocols in food handling practices.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance resident dining experiences.
- Communicated effectively with residents regarding menu options and preferences.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by quickly addressing and resolving complaints with food or service.
- Sought out and implemented methods to improve food service and team performance.
Machine Operator
Loom tex
Geelong, Cic
02.2023 - 04.2026
- Operated textile machinery to ensure efficient production flow.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported issues to maintenance team.
- Conducted quality checks on products to maintain standards.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Front of house and kitchen hand
The little mussel cafe
Portarlington, Vic
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items and specials.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen surfaces and equipment.
- Assisted chefs with food preparation and cooking tasks.
- Organized and restocked kitchen supplies daily.
- Followed food safety guidelines during food handling processes.
- Disposed of waste and recyclables according to health regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient kitchen operations.
Front of house
Baythai
St.leonards, Vic
08.2018 - 12.2019
- Maintained an inventory of supplies needed for front of house operations.
- Maintained an accurate inventory of all supplies needed in the front of house area.
- Assisted with training new front of house employees on procedures and policies.
- Collaborated with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate customers.
- Established relationships with vendors providing products used in the restaurant's front of house operations.
- Transported clean dishes and supplies from kitchen to front of house staff for opening shift.
- Monitored inventory levels of front of house supplies and placed orders as necessary.
Machine operator
Godfrey hirst
Geelong , Vic
05.1997 - 10.2006
- Operated weaving machines to produce high-quality textile products.
- Monitored equipment performance and conducted routine maintenance checks.
- Adjusted machine settings for different fabric types and production requirements.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily production goals efficiently.
- Inspected finished products for defects and ensured quality standards were met.
- Trained new operators on machine operations and safety protocols effectively.
Education
Queenscliff High School
Queenscliff, VicSkills
- Food safety
- Menu planning
- Food preparation
- Cooking techniques
- Customer service
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Kitchen organization
Certification
- RSA
- Food handing
Timeline
Food Service Assistant
Estia health
04.2026 - Current
Machine Operator
Loom tex
02.2023 - 04.2026
Front of house and kitchen hand
The little mussel cafe
01.2019 - 01.2023
Front of house
Baythai
08.2018 - 12.2019
Machine operator
Godfrey hirst
05.1997 - 10.2006
Queenscliff High School