Maneesha Herath
Deanside,VIC
Summary
Hardworking Kitchen Hand known for handling support tasks, mopping floors, maintaining food safety and restocking pantry items. Considered motivated and efficient worker. Eager Kitchen Hand known for cleaning workstations, handling dish washing duties and monitoring inventory. Well-trained to keep kitchen well-stocked and ready for busy mealtimes. Considered motivated employee with positive attitude.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Hand
Hop & Spice
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
- Showcased versatility by adapting quickly to changing menu items, cooking techniques, and kitchen equipment as needed.
- Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Monitored food temperature, discarding items not stored correctly.
- Prepared simple menu items independently when necessary while maintaining high-quality standards set forth by chefs or supervisors.
- Plated and presented food following chef requirements.
- Operated food slicers, grinders and chopper in accordance with safety guidelines.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Kitchen Hand
Perera & Sons
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Contributed to a positive team atmosphere through effective communication with colleagues and supervisors.
- Assisted with meal presentation, garnishing dishes, and arranging serving platters to create an appealing visual display.
- Reduced waste by effectively managing inventory levels and rotating stock to maintain freshness.
- Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies.
- Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
Education
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
Stott's College (Acknowledge Education)
Bourke Street, Melbourne, Victoria2024
Responsible Service of Alcohol Victoria -Certified
CFT International Pty Ltd
Victoria 2024
Food Handlers – Hospitality-SITXFSA005 (Certified)
William Angliss Institute of TAFE
Melbourne, VIC03.2023
Skills
- Safety Management
- Supply Restocking
- Salad Creation
- Positive Attitude
- Food Preparation
- Food Handler Certified
- Trash Collection
- Chopping vegetables
- Food safety knowledge
- Dishwashing
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Ingredient Preparation
Reference
- Kehan Katugampola
Food Safety Supervisor
Email:kehank17@gmail.com
Contact No: +61411419847
- Senura Wickramasinghe
Manger of Perera & Sons ( Sri Lanka )
Email: senurawickramasinghe911@gmail.com
Contact No: +94752254267
Timeline
Kitchen Hand
Hop & Spice
06.2023 - 01.2024
Kitchen Hand
Perera & Sons
09.2021 - 01.2022
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
Stott's College (Acknowledge Education)
Responsible Service of Alcohol Victoria -Certified
CFT International Pty Ltd
Food Handlers – Hospitality-SITXFSA005 (Certified)
William Angliss Institute of TAFE
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