Kim Walton
Corowa
Summary
Highly motivated and customer-focused professional with a strong customer service mindset and exceptional communication skills. Thrives in fast-paced environments and eager to contribute to a dynamic team. Demonstrates a proven ability to quickly learn and adapt, ensuring effective and efficient work. Committed to being a collaborative team player, dedicated to delivering outstanding results.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Catering Manager
UPA Oolong
09.2021 - Current
- Overseeing three catering employees, in charge of stocktake and ordering, overseeing auditing, and meal prepping for special dietary requirements.
- Working closely with our leisure leader to organise theme days and resident activity and events.
- Working in the kitchen prepping, cooking and serving meals to 30 in-house residents and 8 meals on wheels individuals in the community.
- For references, call Erin Haris - 0417 438 721 Kaylene Antone - 0418 257 600
Front of House Assistant
Howlong Country Bakery
07.2021 - 09.2021
- Job responsibilities included serving customers, slicing bread, making coffee, cold drinks and sandwiches for customers.
- Helped to prioritise a positive customer experience by working efficiently and developing ongoing customer relationships.
- Helping with stocktake and general cleaning duties to ensure all food and safety standards were met.
- For references, call Catherine Fyffe- 0419 392 809
Bakery Assistant
Kooka Brotha's Ltd
07.2021 - 09.2021
- Preparing recipes and day-to-day baking of high-quality cakes, cold sweets and savouries.
- Maintaining a clean and organised factory to maximise efficiency and food safety.
- For references, call Richard Janson - (02)6056 2828
Commercial Chef
Kapooka Army Barracks
06.2019 - 03.2021
- Preparing breakfast, lunch and dinner for up to 1000 people.
- Demonstrated versatility in the kitchen by adapting menus to accommodate various dietary restrictions or preferences as needed.
- Helped with stock take. As well as helped maintain a safe and sanitary work environment through strict adherence to food safety regulations and guidelines.
- For references, call Andy Bigeni - 0429 665 967
Chef
Albury Entertainment Centre
03.2018 - 06.2019
- Catering for large business functions, debs, weddings and corporate events for up to 600 people.
- Showcased ability to work in a team in a high-stress environment where food quality and time allocation were paramount.
- For references, call Peter Hart (head chef) – 0414 767 157
Research Assistant
Oakham Research
03.2018 - 06.2019
- Working for the research and development department of Mars Petcare in Wodonga. Carrying out product sampling trials with a panel of public clients.
- For references, call Keryn Duffy (Product development manager) - 0481 003 732
Supermarket Assistant
Jindera IGA
03.2018 - 10.2018
- Working on the cash register, dealing directly with customers.
- Working in the deli, helping serve and prepare food to high health and safety standards.
- Assisted with stocktake and general sales.
- Cleaned and maintained store aisles and merchandise displays.
- For references, call Duty Manager – (02) 6026 3911
Sales assistant
Bakers Delight
03.2016 - 06.2017
- Working as a sales assistant, setting up the shop, helping with the day-to-day running of the store.
- Assisting with banking, customer orders, setting up new promotions and daily cleaning.
- Getting to know regular customers and learning their preferences, prioritising ongoing customer relationships.
- For references, call Nicky Tresize - 0421 778 070
Bakery assistant
Kooka Brotha's Ltd
05.2014 - 09.2015
- Preparing recipes and day-to-day baking of high-quality cakes, cold sweets and savouries.
- Maintaining a clean and organised factory to maximise efficiency and food safety
- For references, call Richard Janson - (02) 6056 2828
Commercial Cleaner
Self-employed (subcontracted to Redlink Homes)
06.2012 - 01.2014
- Providing cleaning services to Redink Homes, ensuring new homes were cleaned and up to standard before client handover.
- For references, call Susan Rice - 0435 097 772
Cook Coordinator
YMCA Childcare
09.2011 - 06.2012
- Employed as Cook Coordinator to the centre catering for a maximum of 90 children.
- Responsibilities included menu planning, budgetary control, special dietary requirements and the day-to-day responsibility of the canteen.
- For references, call Deanne Green - 9534 2344
Cook Coordinator
124 Day-care Centre
02.2011 - 09.2011
- Employed as Cook Coordinator at the centre, catering to approximately 30 children.
- Job role included menu planning, catering for special needs and various dietary requirements. Along with the day-to-day responsibility of the canteen.
- For references, call Kimberley Dawsett - 0423 638 640
Childcare Assistant
Little Aussies Childcare
10.2010 - 02.2011
- Employed to pick up and drop off children at school.
- Responsible for supervising, educating and stimulating school-age children in the rooms while in care at the centre.
- Assisted with maintaining clean and organised spaces to ensure children have a safe environment.
- Establishing and maintaining positive relationships with parents and children.
Cook
Buggles Childcare
01.2010 - 10.2010
- Employed as a cook, catering for approximately 80 children.
- Responsible for ordering and collection of food, preparing breakfast, lunches and afternoon tea.
- Cooking for a wide variety of special dietary needs, including lactose intolerance, dairy and gluten free for children aged 3 months to 12 years.
- For references, call Pam Ennis - 0439 100 038
Relief Cook
Possum Day-care
09.2009 - 11.2009
- Employed as a relief cook, catering for approximately 100 children and staff.
- Responsible for planning, ordering and preparing breakfast, lunches and afternoon tea. Controlling all dietary requirements for a wide variety of special needs, including gluten-free, lactose intolerant and wheat allergies.
- Provided relief cover in childcare rooms, supervising all ages from 3 months to 6 years of age.
- For references, call Julie Oatley (Centre Manager) – (02) 6622 7772
Manufacturing Operator
Wilson Transformers
04.2008 - 12.2008
- Employed on a casual contractor basis through Adecco Employment Agency.
- Job responsibilities included setting and operating a range of metal cutting and forming machinery in a high-volume production environment.
- For references, call Stephanie Pye (Adecco Agency) - (02)6022 5000. Andre Payne (Production Foreman) -(02)6024 5944 John Retford (Managing Director) – (02)6024 5944
Relief Cook
ABC & Yarrunga Childcare
01.2008 - 04.2008
- Providing on-call, sick leave and maternity cover for ABC and Yarrunga childcare centres in the Albury and Wodonga districts.
- Responsibilities included: planning and preparing breakfasts and lunches for children with a wide variety of dietary requirements.
- Showcased ability to adhere to strict budgetary guidelines and instructions.
- For References, call Claire Roennfeldt (Centre Manager at Yarrunga) - (02)6021 7597
Baking Assistant
Kooka Brotha's Ltd
09.2006 - 12.2007
- Preparing baking and decoration of high-quality confectionery and cold sweets.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment by adhering to sanitation guidelines and safety procedures.
Cook in Charge
Hinstock Primary School (UK)
10.2005 - 07.2006
- Employed by Shire Catering Ltd., to prepare lunchtime meals for 85 children aged 5 to 12 years and 10 staff.
- My duties included the planning, preparation and cooking of main meals and sweets. Working closely with my employers, the school, parents and individual children to establish and understand their individual nutritional needs.
- Prioritising food education through information and example.
- Ensuring all special dietary requirements of the pupils were met, including those with allergies and intolerances, high cholesterol and diabetes.
General Catering Assistant
Compass Group UK & Ireland (UK)
03.2004 - 10.2005
- Working in the catering department of Muller Dairies, a multinational manufacturer of chilled dairy produce.
- Duties included the preparation of breakfast and lunches, menu planning, dietary and health planning, serving the counter and managing the cash register.
Child Minder
Self-Employed (UK)
05.2000 - 03.2004
- Caring for children while working from home. This job allowed me the opportunity to carry on working whilst bringing up my newborn daughter.
- The job entailed looking after young children from newborn to school age and beyond.
Breakfast Cook
Brian Smith PLC (UK)
04.1998 - 05.2000
- Responsibilities included the preparation of breakfast each day.
- Designing meal plans.
- Managing budgeting expectations.
- Working with customers directly on the cash register and front of house.
Jeweller
ACME Jewellery Limited (UK)
11.1996 - 04.1998
- Manufacturing of gold and silver jewellery.
- Assisting with jewellery design, packaging and dispatch.
Sweet Chef
Eurest Compass Services (UK)
11.1996 - 11.1996
- Running the sweet counter, making a selection of hot and cold sweets for service and vending machines.
- Preparation of salads and buffets as required.
Sweet Chef
Savacentre Limited (UK)
04.1990 - 11.1995
- Baking, creaming and decoration of cakes, bread and confectionery, including birthday and special occasion cakes.
- Working front of house and operating the cash registers.
Cold Sweet Chef
Dairy Crest Dairies (UK)
04.1988 - 04.1990
- Duties include the preparation of cold sweets, hot and cold buffets and assisting the head chef in the preparation of hot meals.
- Other duties include counter service, cash register balancing, stock taking vendor stocking and general hygiene maintenance.
Cook
SPD Limited (UK)
03.1987 - 04.1988
- Employed as a general cook with duties that include the preparation of staff breakfasts and lunches, cash register balancing, stock taking, vendor maintenance and cleaning duties.
Education
Certificate III -
Commercial Cookery (SIT30816)
01-2020
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
Personal Information
- Age: 54
- DOB: 19-09-1970
- Licence: Full driving license (manual) with a clean history
Hobbies and Interests
Cooking, walking and visiting new places
Timeline
Catering Manager
UPA Oolong
09.2021 - Current
Front of House Assistant
Howlong Country Bakery
07.2021 - 09.2021
Bakery Assistant
Kooka Brotha's Ltd
07.2021 - 09.2021
Commercial Chef
Kapooka Army Barracks
06.2019 - 03.2021
Chef
Albury Entertainment Centre
03.2018 - 06.2019
Research Assistant
Oakham Research
03.2018 - 06.2019
Supermarket Assistant
Jindera IGA
03.2018 - 10.2018
Sales assistant
Bakers Delight
03.2016 - 06.2017
Bakery assistant
Kooka Brotha's Ltd
05.2014 - 09.2015
Commercial Cleaner
Self-employed (subcontracted to Redlink Homes)
06.2012 - 01.2014
Cook Coordinator
YMCA Childcare
09.2011 - 06.2012
Cook Coordinator
124 Day-care Centre
02.2011 - 09.2011
Childcare Assistant
Little Aussies Childcare
10.2010 - 02.2011
Cook
Buggles Childcare
01.2010 - 10.2010
Relief Cook
Possum Day-care
09.2009 - 11.2009
Manufacturing Operator
Wilson Transformers
04.2008 - 12.2008
Relief Cook
ABC & Yarrunga Childcare
01.2008 - 04.2008
Baking Assistant
Kooka Brotha's Ltd
09.2006 - 12.2007
Cook in Charge
Hinstock Primary School (UK)
10.2005 - 07.2006
General Catering Assistant
Compass Group UK & Ireland (UK)
03.2004 - 10.2005
Child Minder
Self-Employed (UK)
05.2000 - 03.2004
Breakfast Cook
Brian Smith PLC (UK)
04.1998 - 05.2000
Jeweller
ACME Jewellery Limited (UK)
11.1996 - 04.1998
Sweet Chef
Eurest Compass Services (UK)
11.1996 - 11.1996
Sweet Chef
Savacentre Limited (UK)
04.1990 - 11.1995
Cold Sweet Chef
Dairy Crest Dairies (UK)
04.1988 - 04.1990
Cook
SPD Limited (UK)
03.1987 - 04.1988
Certificate III -
Commercial Cookery (SIT30816)
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