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Jamee-leigh Donovan

Murray Bridge,SA

Summary

Dynamic and dependable professional with extensive experience in food preparation and customer service. Proven ability to manage multiple orders efficiently while ensuring food safety and quality. Skilled in dough handling and kitchen organization, consistently enhancing customer satisfaction through attention to detail and effective teamwork.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Pizza Maker

Hwy 1
01.2024 - Current
  • Topped pizzas with right ingredients based on orders utilizing recipe-directed amounts and distribution methods.
  • Rolled and shaped dough to correct sizes and shapes based on orders to fit in oven and cook evenly.
  • Learned and memorized menu items and specials to provide accurate and up-to-date information to kitchen staff.
  • Prepared raw materials for cooking by cutting vegetables and preparing dough.
  • Operated pizza oven and other kitchen equipment safely to protect team members from harm and equipment from damage.
  • Developed strong time management skills by juggling multiple orders during peak hours without compromising quality.
  • Monitored and maintained clean working areas and cooking surfaces.
  • Used pizza cutter to slice pizzas according to size and customer specifications.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace for efficient pizza making, ensuring optimal productivity.
  • Handled cash register operations by applying coupons, giving customer totals, and processing cash and credit card payments.
  • Followed food safety and sanitation guidelines to prevent foodborne illnesses and promote customer health and safety.
  • Maintained pizza-making and kitchen equipment to keep items in good working condition and kitchen operating smoothly.
  • Wiped down counters and food prep stations using bleach and clean cloths.

Cook

Fasta Pasta
04.2024 - 10.2024
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
  • Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.

Delivery Driver

Fasta Pasta
08.2023 - 10.2024
  • Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
  • Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
  • Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
  • Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.

Mushroom Picker

Coscto
02.2022 - 08.2023
  • Enhanced productivity by developing efficient mushroom picking techniques.
  • Maximized time efficiency by swiftly adapting to different mushroom varieties and their specific picking requirements.
  • Streamlined workflow processes through active participation in regular team meetings focused on continuous improvement strategies for mushroom harvesting operations.
  • Ensured high-quality mushrooms by thoroughly inspecting each specimen before collection.
  • Maintained a safe and organized work environment with proper tool storage and usage.
  • Exceeded daily quota expectations by consistently improving personal picking speed while maintaining quality standards.
  • Upheld strict hygiene standards in compliance with food safety regulations, guaranteeing consumer confidence in end products.
  • Reduced waste with careful handling of delicate mushrooms, minimizing damage during transportation.

Gardner

Privite Clinic
03.2009 - 10.2010
  • Performed fall and spring cleanup to clear brush and debris from landscaped areas.
  • Identified and removed invasive plants and noxious weeds for garden aesthetics and ecosystem health.
  • Planted and cultivated by preparing soil and watering and fertilizing plants for thriving and healthy results.
  • Used shears, pruners, and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
  • Maintained healthy gardens by timely pruning, fertilizing, mulching, and pest control measures.
  • Maintained cleanliness and safety of job sites by properly disposing of waste and returning tools and equipment to proper storage locations.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
  • Enhanced garden aesthetics by implementing creative landscape designs and plant arrangements.
  • Maintained gardening tools and equipment by sharpening and cleaning tools to keep in good working condition.
  • Contributed to a safe working environment by adhering to company safety protocols and maintaining well-organized workspaces.

Service Cashier

Woolworths
04.2006 - 08.2008
  • Enhanced store productivity by maintaining a clean and organized cashier area.
  • Handled customer inquiries, resolving issues promptly for increased satisfaction.
  • Processed returns and exchanges efficiently, adhering to store policies and procedures.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, resulting in repeat business and positive feedback from patrons.
  • Handled customer complaints promptly with genuine concern and according to company guidelines to maintain organizational safety, welfare and integrity.
  • Liaised between service manager and service team by greeting customers and answering calls to promote smooth transition of service functions.
  • Completed end-of-day closing procedures thoroughly and efficiently, preparing the register for the next business day''s opening staff member.
  • Recorded amounts received and prepared cash reports of daily transactions to verify against cash-on-hand.
  • Managed high-volume checkout lines calmly and professionally during peak hours, ensuring timely service for all customers.
  • Reduced wait times for customers with speedy and precise cash register operations.

Education

Yarra Junction High School
Yarra Junction, VIC
2008

Skills

  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Safe food handling
  • Food safety
  • Heavy lifting
  • Flexible schedule
  • Kitchen organization
  • Equipment cleaning
  • Order preparation
  • Pizza shaping
  • Attention to detail
  • Order taking and processing
  • Dough handling
  • Food presentation
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Ingredients preparation
  • Food processing
  • Supply restocking
  • Oven operation
  • Phone etiquette

Timeline

Cook

Fasta Pasta
04.2024 - 10.2024

Pizza Maker

Hwy 1
01.2024 - Current

Delivery Driver

Fasta Pasta
08.2023 - 10.2024

Mushroom Picker

Coscto
02.2022 - 08.2023

Gardner

Privite Clinic
03.2009 - 10.2010

Service Cashier

Woolworths
04.2006 - 08.2008

Yarra Junction High School

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