- Cooking
- DIY and Home Improvement
- Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
- Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes
- Community Cleanup
- Baking
- Playing Sports
- Swimming
Kara Worthington
Traralgon,VIC
Summary
Adept at kitchen maintenance and customer service, I significantly enhanced cleanliness and efficiency at Walters Cafe Bar. Leveraging skills in food preparation and teamwork, I consistently contributed to a positive dining experience. My dedication to health and safety standards showcases my ability to maintain high-quality service in fast-paced environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Hand
Walters Cafe Bar
02.2021 - 02.2022
- 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.
- Supported chefs in food preparation tasks such as chopping ingredients, peeling vegetables, and marinating meats.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Contributed to a positive team atmosphere through effective communication with colleagues and supervisors.
- Plated and presented food following chef requirements.
- Assisted with meal presentation, garnishing dishes, and arranging serving platters to create an appealing visual display.
- Followed recipes and chef instructions to prepare food correctly.
- Transported food items from storage areas to kitchen for prepping.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
Hospitality Worker
Camp Alanbee
01.2018 - 10.2020
- Performed general cleaning by sweeping and mopping floors, washing dishes and emptying trash.
- Prepared food and beverages and verified adherence of quality and safe food-handling standards.
- Reduced risks by maintaining clean and organised work environment.
- Collaborated with team members to consistently deliver high-quality service in a fast-paced environment.
- Communicated with customers to promptly resolve complaints and address inquiries.
- Handled guest complaints professionally, resolving issues quickly to promote positive experiences.
Shelf Stocker
Woolworths Supermarket
05.2015 - 02.2016
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment for optimal shopping experience.
- Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
- Helped customers locate desired items and transfer oversized items to vehicles.
- Unloaded arriving product stock and moved to store display areas.
- Checked and pulled defective or expired products from shelves.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly assisting with inquiries and locating products.
- Improved product availability by efficiently stocking shelves and maintaining proper inventory levels.
- Collaborated with team members to complete daily tasks and achieve store goals.
Education
BBA - Mental Health
Gordon Institute of TAFE
Geelong, VIC02-2022
Skills
- Positive attitude
- First aid training
- Pricing and shelf labeling
- Kitchen cleaning and maintenance
- Customer service
- Stock organization
- Efficient organization
- Housekeeping
- Food preparation
- Dishwashing
- Cleanliness standards
- Equipment cleaning
- Punctual and reliable
- Dishwashing expertise
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Kitchen organization
- Cleaning proficiency
- Prep work
- Surface cleaning
- Workplace health and safety
- Cooking
- Chopping vegetables
- Sign updating
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Dedicated work ethic
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 12 in the development of
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 12 staff members.
Interests
Timeline
Kitchen Hand
Walters Cafe Bar
02.2021 - 02.2022
Hospitality Worker
Camp Alanbee
01.2018 - 10.2020
Shelf Stocker
Woolworths Supermarket
05.2015 - 02.2016
BBA - Mental Health
Gordon Institute of TAFE
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