Leanne Williams
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
I am a very hard working, experienced kitchen hand, who understands the many aspects it takes to run a profressional kitchen,and to perform and complete the various tasks involved, to run a successful service.These may include,anything from food preperation,to dish washing duties. I am also very well trained to ensure that the kitchen is always well stocked,and ready for busy meal times. I am considered to be a motivated employee, with a positive can do attitude,I can handle numerous tasks, from mopping floors, to maintaining the highest committment of food safety, as well as excellent customer service skills.I am also well versed in efficiency,and flexibility, also have a background history in the mining sector, as well as hospitality,who has deep fryer and grill cooking experience, the making of soups ,salads and sauces, and the preparation of fruits and vegetables. I am enthusiastic, with a strong work ethic, who exercises a strong willingness to learn, who enjoys taking on new challenges,with a strong focus on teamwork and helping others,also very organised and dedicated.My 30 years of experience in the business has given me such a strong love and passion for food,with presentation and flavour, I believe to be the key,to a great meal,as well as a memorable dining experience.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Hand /Dishwasher
The Moat Restaurant
01.2021 - 07.2023
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Transported food items from storage areas to kitchen for prepping.
- Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Operated kitchen equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
- Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
- Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
- Maintained high personal grooming standards and uniform presentation.
- Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
Kitchen Hand/Prep Dishwasher
Royal Standard Hotel
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Transported food items from storage areas to kitchen for prepping.
- Followed recipes and chef instructions to prepare food correctly.
- Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
Kitchen Hand/Dishwasher
The Galbi Korean BBQ
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
- Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
Kitchen Hand
Compass Group Ess Support Services
06.2008 - 07.2019
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to foster efficiency.
- Operated standard kitchen equipment with a focus on safety and sanitation.
- Adhered to company quality constraints and industry best practices to ensure guest satisfaction.
- Assisted chefs in food preparation and presentation.
- Adhered to safe work practices.
- Provided friendly and attentive service.
- Restocked the salad bar and buffet, refilled condiments, organized pantry area and swept and mopped floors.
- Consistently provided professional, friendly and engaging service.
- Maintained an atmosphere of enthusiastic customer service.
- Delivered quality service by providing a warm and welcoming environment.
- Tended to the buffet and made sure food items were replenished as soon as they ran low.
- Trimmed, rotated, culled, crisped and watered produce to maintain freshness and attractiveness.
- Prepared, cut, weighed and wrapped deli meats and cheeses.
- Kept cases and shelves clean and well stocked.
- Refilled and rotated items on shelves to maintain well-stocked inventory.
- Established and maintained a positive work environment.
- Monitored temperature of cases, shelves and storage areas and reported failures to the manager.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation.
- Operated all kitchen equipment adeptly.
- Sanitized all pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to ensure food safety for customers.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit and prepared sauces when the kitchen staff was busy.
- Checked the pantry multiple times per shift and restocked it whenever food items were running low.
- Immediately cleaned up spills on the floor to reduce the chance of accidents in the kitchen.
- Maintain proper temperature and humidity levels for meat products.
- Scanned shelves and product cases for expired stock and discarded outdated or spoiled items.
- Operated and sanitized all equipment in a safe and proper manner.
- Completed finishing touches such as garnishes on dishes before final delivery.
- Followed all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage to uphold proper health standards.
- Assisted co-workers whenever possible.
- Ensured compliance with relevant regulatory employment rules and standards.
- Upheld standards of cleanliness, food handling and safety.
- Worked closely with the chef to provide tasty options for guests with food allergies or intolerances.
- Followed proper standards for product freshness, food safety, weights and measures, refrigeration and sanitation.
- Wiped down kitchen surfaces with fresh cloths, hot water and company-approved cleaning products to prevent food borne illness.
- Breakfast and Dinner service for between 300 and 800 people.
- Food preparation for a variety of functions.
Kitchen Hand
Townsville Grammar School - North Ward Campus
02.2004 - 12.2007
- Sanitized all pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to ensure food safety for customers.
- Immediately cleaned up spills on the floor to reduce the chance of accidents in the kitchen.
- Checked the pantry multiple times per shift and restocked it whenever food items were running low.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit and prepared sauces when the kitchen staff was busy.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation.
- Assisted co-workers whenever possible.
- Followed proper standards for product freshness, food safety, weights and measures, refrigeration and sanitation.
- Tended to the buffet and made sure food items were replenished as soon as they ran low.
- Restocked the salad bar and buffet, refilled condiments, organized pantry area and swept and mopped floors.
- Wiped down kitchen surfaces with fresh cloths, hot water and company-approved cleaning products to prevent food borne illness.
- Upheld standards of cleanliness, food handling and safety.
- Delivered quality service by providing a warm and welcoming environment.
- Provided friendly and attentive service.
Kitchen Hand/Cook
Harolds Fish and Seafood Bar
01.2000 - 04.2004
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to ensure food safety for customers.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation.
- Washed and disinfected kitchen area, floors, tables, tools, knives and equipment.
- Monitored temperature of cases, shelves and storage areas and reported failures to the manager.
- Demonstrated genuine hospitality while greeting and establishing rapport with guests.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about the restaurant's menu and products.
- Assisted in cashiering and Point of Sale (POS) system procedures during busy hours.
- Upheld standards of cleanliness, food handling and safety.
- Addressed diner complaints with kitchen staff and served replacement menu items promptly.
- Assisted co-workers whenever possible.
- Followed checklists for shift start and end to help with smooth transitions.
- Established and maintained a positive work environment.
- Provided friendly and attentive service.
- Affected quick resolutions to customer problems and brought in management when needed.
- Consistently provided professional, friendly and engaging service.
- Assisted with guest inquiries, take-out orders and restaurant cleanliness.
- Relayed orders to bar and kitchen by quickly and accurately recording guest selections and keying them into the register.
- Followed all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage to uphold proper health standards.
- Handled customer complaints with poise and grace, immediately resolving issues by contacting the Supervisor.
- Verified all deliveries against invoices and completed shortage and overage reports.
- Operated all kitchen equipment adeptly.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations.
- Followed proper standards for product freshness, food safety, weights and measures, refrigeration and sanitation.
- Received frequent customer compliments for going above and beyond normal duties.
- Set up advertising signs and displays on shelves, counters and tables.
- Operated and sanitized all equipment in a safe and proper manner.
- Immediately reported accidents, injuries or unsafe work conditions to manager.
- Received, inspected and logged all products for accuracy of shipment, temperature and quality.
- Offered enthusiastic and personable service to all customers.
- Maintained complete knowledge of restaurant menu, including daily specials.
- Kept cases and shelves clean and well stocked.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sacred Heart College
Seymour Victoria12.1979
Skills
- Kitchen station cleanliness
- Food storage protocol
- Chef support
- Safe food handling
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Merchandising and displays
- Food preparation mastery
- Food safety procedures
- Presentation Skills
- Hospitality expertise
- Food allergy knowledge
- Efficient precision
- Mining sector
- Strong work ethic
- Committed team player
- Courteous, professional demeanor
- Integrity
- Excellent judgment
- Service industry background
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Prioritizing
- Customer focused
- Customer service
- Friendly demeanor
Custom
Australian rules football
Cooking
Entertaining
Food displays
Reading
Exercising
Additional Information
REFERENCES
Dominic Fedele,Head Chef,Royal Standard Hotel,333 WilliamSt,West Melbourne.Phone number: (03)93282295
Ted Simpson,Bar/Kitchen Manager,The Moat Restaurant,176 Little Lonsdale Street,Melbourne.Phone number,0410998711
Timeline
Kitchen Hand /Dishwasher
The Moat Restaurant
01.2021 - 07.2023
Kitchen Hand/Prep Dishwasher
Royal Standard Hotel
01.2020 - 12.2020
Kitchen Hand/Dishwasher
The Galbi Korean BBQ
01.2020 - 12.2020
Kitchen Hand
Compass Group Ess Support Services
06.2008 - 07.2019
Kitchen Hand
Townsville Grammar School - North Ward Campus
02.2004 - 12.2007
Kitchen Hand/Cook
Harolds Fish and Seafood Bar
01.2000 - 04.2004
High School Diploma -
Sacred Heart College
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