Lisa Wharton
Perth ,WA
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Lakeside Kitchen, enhancing food quality and team proficiency. Excelled in employee retention and training, significantly reducing food waste. Skilled in health and safety, and customer relationship management, consistently delivering high standards of service and operational excellence.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Cleaner Supervisor
Prinsep Cleaning
Cook Supervisor
Lakeside Kitchen
01.2014 - Current
- Ensured consistent food quality with strict adherence to recipes, portion control, and presentation standards.
- Trained new hires in proper cooking techniques, equipment usage, and safety protocols, increasing overall team proficiency.
- Improved staff productivity by providing clear instructions, guidance, and constructive feedback on their performance.
- Reduced food waste by carefully monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper storage practices.
- Collaborated with management to develop innovative menu offerings that catered to diverse customer preferences.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Maintained a clean and hygienic kitchen environment through regular cleaning schedules and strict sanitation policies.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Managed food orders efficiently by coordinating with suppliers for timely deliveries while minimizing costs.
Retail Worker
IGA Coolbellup
04.1998 - 02.2006
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills when collaborating with fellow employees or assisting customers with inquiries or concerns.
- Maintained a clean and organized sales floor, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.
- Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
Education
Year 10 - Secondary Education
Hamilton Senior High School
Hamilton Hill, WA12.1995
Skills
- Waste disposal
- Employee retention
- Health and safety
- Policy enforcement
- Scheduling
- Chemical handling
- Ordering cleaning supplies
- Vacuuming and sweeping
- Invoice processing
- Staff evaluations
- Customer relationship management
- Window cleaning
- Regulatory compliance
- Training and mentoring
- Payroll administration
- Sanitation standards
Timeline
Cook Supervisor
Lakeside Kitchen
01.2014 - Current
Retail Worker
IGA Coolbellup
04.1998 - 02.2006
Cleaner Supervisor
Prinsep Cleaning
Year 10 - Secondary Education
Hamilton Senior High School
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