Lovely Apolonio
Ballajura,WA
Summary
Motivated and results-driven hospitality professional with a strong background in kitchen operations and culinary arts. Passionate about creating exceptional dining experiences through high-quality food preparation, attention to detail, and outstanding customer service. Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments, consistently delivering top-tier dishes while maintaining a clean and organized kitchen. Seeking to leverage culinary expertise and leadership skills in a challenging kitchen role.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Bakery Team Member
Woolworths Supermarket
12.2023 - Current
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with food safety standards.
- Bolstered workplace morale by fostering a positive team dynamic among fellow staff members within the bakery department.
- Supported increased customer loyalty through friendly interactions and personalized service experiences.
- Helped customers locate ideal menu items by listening to needs and recommending specific products or services.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills, consistently meeting production deadlines and order fulfillments.
- Conducted quality control checks on all products before packaging and display, ensuring high-quality offerings for customers.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline bakery operations, improving overall efficiency and productivity.
Commis Chef
Vibe Hotel
09.2023 - 10.2024
- Enhanced culinary skills by assisting in the preparation of various dishes under the guidance of experienced chefs.
- Contributed to a well-organized and efficient kitchen by maintaining clean workstations and following sanitation guidelines.
- Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Developed strong multitasking abilities by managing multiple cooking stations during peak hours, ensuring consistent quality output.
- Prepped daily menu items to quickly deliver upon request.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to established safety protocols and promptly addressing potential hazards as they arose.
- Worked with chef de partie to learn storage locations of fresh ingredients for daily use by station staff.
- Increased productivity by effectively prioritizing tasks according to urgency or complexity during high-pressure situations.
- Demonstrated attention to detail through precise measuring and accurate execution of recipe instructions, resulting in consistently high-quality dishes.
Crew Member
Red Rooster
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service at the register.
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
- Kept food preparation area, equipment, and utensils clean and sanitary.
- Assisted other team members to achieve goals.
- Maintained high-quality food preparation standards, adhering to company guidelines for safety and cleanliness.
- Collaborated with fellow crew members for seamless shift transitions, ensuring smooth operations throughout the day.
- Became familiar with products to answer questions and make suggestions.
Kitchen Hand
Sinanglaw Restaurant
12.2020 - 07.2022
- 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.
- Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
- Supported chefs with ingredient prep, contributing to smoother cooking process and timely meal service.
Education
Graduate Diploma - Hospitality Management
Kingston International College
Perth, WA09-2024
Certificate IV - Kitchen Management
Kingston International College
Perth03-2024
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
Kingston International College
Perth10-2023
Timeline
Bakery Team Member
Woolworths Supermarket
12.2023 - Current
Commis Chef
Vibe Hotel
09.2023 - 10.2024
Crew Member
Red Rooster
11.2022 - 11.2023
Kitchen Hand
Sinanglaw Restaurant
12.2020 - 07.2022
Graduate Diploma - Hospitality Management
Kingston International College
Certificate IV - Kitchen Management
Kingston International College
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
Kingston International College
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