Jude Fitzgerald
Carlton North
Summary
Developed strong customer service and communication skills in fast-paced hospitality environment. Demonstrates ability to handle diverse tasks and resolve issues efficiently. Seeking to transition into new field, leveraging these transferable skills for impactful contributions. Open-minded individual who is keen on learning new skills, and is prepared to step out of their comfort zone in assisting with multiple tasks. Always vibrant, very enjoyable to be around.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Hand
Joanne's Pizzeria
04.2024 - 05.2025
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Collaborated with other kitchen staff members to ensure smooth workflow during peak dining hours.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Developed strong time management skills, effectively prioritizing tasks to ensure completion within allocated timeframes.
- Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to strict health and safety guidelines during all tasks performed in the kitchen.
- Prepared simple menu items independently when necessary while maintaining high-quality standards set forth by chefs or supervisors
- Reduced waste by effectively managing inventory levels and rotating stock to maintain freshness.
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
Kitchen Hand
Topolino's
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
- Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies.
- Collaborated with other kitchen staff members to ensure smooth workflow during peak dining hours.
- Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
- Contributed to a positive team atmosphere through effective communication with colleagues and supervisors.
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
- Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
- Lifted and carried heavy materials.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Pushed, pulled and transported large loads and objects.
Education
High School Diploma -
St Marys College
St Kilda, VIC12-2025
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Kitchen cleaning and maintenance
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Heavy lifting
- Stock management
- Verbal and written communication
- Continuous improvement
- Supply restocking
- Complex Problem-solving
- Basic recordkeeping
- Workstation setup
- Stock rotation
- Time management
- Guest relations
- Tourism knowledge
- Item recommendation
- Production leadership
- Prep work
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking
- Hospitality services
- Problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Multitasking Abilities
- Attention to detail
- Conflict resolution
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Team building
- Task prioritization
- Customer service management
- Phone and email etiquette
- Active listening
- Guest reception
- Public speaking
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving abilities
- Front desk operations
- Customer satisfaction
Accomplishments
Was awarded the role of School College Captain at St Mary's College, St Kilda for 2025.
Won the MVP for ACC Basketball after representing the school for the 2024 season.
Timeline
Kitchen Hand
Joanne's Pizzeria
04.2024 - 05.2025
Kitchen Hand
Topolino's
11.2023 - 02.2024
High School Diploma -
St Marys College
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