Maria Aroutsidis
Corrimal
Summary
Experienced and confident leader with a strong background in janitorial and food preparation work. Skilled in motivating, training, and managing teams to consistently meet and exceed expectations. Extensive knowledge of food handling procedures. Dedicated to creating a comfortable and clean environment for both customers and staff, with 5 years of hands-on experience in handling various types of food.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Hospital Assistant Grade 2
NSW Health
12.2021 - Current
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Organized and used industrial cleaning products following strict safety procedures.
- Emptied trashcans and transported waste to collection areas.
- Completed routine floor stripping, sealing and finishing.
- Handled equipment, chemicals and materials properly and with caution.
- Spot-cleaned stains and repaired scuffs or dings to maintain furniture and walls.
- Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
- Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
Cleaner Supervisor
Challenger Services Group
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Completed schedules, shift reports and other business documentation.
- Restocked room supplies such as facial tissues for personal touch with every job.
- Evaluated employee performance and developed improvement plans.
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
- Trained and mentored all new personnel to maximize quality of service and performance.
- Communicated repair needs to maintenance staff.
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
- Coordinated daily workflow through task prioritization and concise scheduling.
Courier
First Choice Couriers LLC.
11.2019 - 08.2021
- Safely loaded items into delivery vehicle to minimize damage while in transit.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding shipments and provided updates on package arrival.
- Performed walk around on delivery vehicle before beginning shift to verify correct and safe operating order.
- Inspected truck prior to delivery, checking for proper stowage of packages.
- Reported suspected mechanical issues quickly to supervisor for remediation.
- Established lasting relationships with customers by delivering packages on time, interacting professionally and responding promptly to questions.
- Drove safely at all times to avoid accidents and harm.
- Greeted recipients, delivered packages and parcels and acquired proper signatures for all deliveries.
- Followed all company policies and procedures during shift.
Delivery Courier
Hay Parels
08.2017 - 11.2019
- Performed walk around on delivery vehicle before beginning shift to verify correct and safe operating order.
- Safely loaded items into delivery vehicle to minimize damage while in transit.
- Followed all company policies and procedures during shift.
- Reported suspected mechanical issues quickly to supervisor for remediation.
- Drove safely at all times to avoid accidents and harm.
- Established lasting relationships with customers by delivering packages on time, interacting professionally and responding promptly to questions.
- Developed strong interpersonal and communication skills from interacting professionally with dispatchers, upper management and peers.
Courier
First Choice Couriers LLC.
06.2016 - 08.2017
- Safely loaded items into delivery vehicle to minimize damage while in transit.
- Performed walk around on delivery vehicle before beginning shift to verify correct and safe operating order.
- Inspected truck prior to delivery, checking for proper stowage of packages.
- Reported suspected mechanical issues quickly to supervisor for remediation.
- Established lasting relationships with customers by delivering packages on time, interacting professionally and responding promptly to questions.
- Developed strong interpersonal and communication skills from interacting professionally with dispatchers, upper management and peers.
- Drove safely at all times to avoid accidents and harm.
- Followed all company policies and procedures during shift.
Cleaner
A1 Home Cleaning Services
04.2013 - 04.2016
- Completed routine floor stripping, sealing and finishing.
- Organized and used industrial cleaning products following strict safety procedures.
- Operated and maintained large carpet shampoo machines, industrial washing machines and dishwashers.
- Handled equipment, chemicals and materials properly and with caution.
- Mixed, used and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
- Ordered and stocked cleaning supplies based on current workload and upcoming jobs.
- Delivered quality customer service to address urgent needs and cleaning requests.
- Supervised supplies in inventory and submitted reorder requests.
- Helped outside crew complete grounds maintenance tasks such as mowing grass, trimming bushes and removing debris.
- Maintained floor cleaning and waxing equipment.
- Followed safety standards and established SOPs when handling, mixing and storing hazardous chemicals.
Window Assembler
Kim's Blinds
06.2012 - 06.2014
- Planned and paced work efficiently in order to meet daily, weekly, project or production goals.
- Experience in cutting and sewing vertical blinds
- Assembling venetian, wooden and 50ml blinds
- Cutting and assembling holland and neta screen blinds
- Operating sewing machines, cutting machines
bottle labeler
Kollaras Group
03.2007 - 02.2009
- Supervised work of contracted employees to keep on task for timely completion.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Bottle labeler
- Handle pallet jack
- Heavy lifting
Restaurant Owner
Port Kembla Pizzeria
10.2002 - 10.2005
- Managed payroll, daily deposits, and cost controls.
- Supervised daily restaurant operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely resolution of any issues that arose.
- Set employee schedules, delegated work, and monitored food quality and service performance.
- Maintained positive relationships with local community and government officials.
- Identified and onboarded skilled candidates for open positions.
- Streamlined back-of-house processes for improved kitchen efficiency, resulting in faster order preparation times without compromising quality standards.
- Established strong vendor relationships for the consistent sourcing of fresh ingredients at competitive prices.
- Led restructuring of restaurant menu and interior design, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and profits.
- Developed and executed marketing strategies to attract new patrons, resulting in higher foot traffic and improved revenue.
- Negotiated favorable lease terms with property owners, securing prime location spots at reduced rental rates.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Oversaw successful marketing campaigns to increase restaurant exposure and awareness.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
Restaurant General Manager
Yiannai’s
03.2001 - 03.2002
- Managed payroll, daily deposits, and cost controls.
- Supervised daily restaurant operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely resolution of any issues that arose.
- Managed scheduling responsibilities, distributed workloads effectively, and assessed quality control.
- Maintained positive relationships with local community and government officials.
- Adjusted menu offerings guided by customer input, fostering higher repeat business rates.
- Fostered adherence to safety standards, creating a protective space for patrons and staff.
Education
Certificate III - Hospital Administration
Adept Training
Sydney09.2024
Nail Technology
Matilda's Beauty
Oak Flats06.1998
High School Diploma -
Corrimal High School
Corrimal, NSW12.1986
Skills
- Decision Making
- Stock Inventory Management
- Procedure Implementation
- Infection Control
- Standards Compliance
- Problem Solving
- Equipment Maintenance
- Surface and Floor Cleaning
- Clear Communication
- Industrial Vacuum Cleaners
Languages
Greek
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Hospital Assistant Grade 2
NSW Health
12.2021 - Current
Cleaner Supervisor
Challenger Services Group
09.2021 - 12.2021
Courier
First Choice Couriers LLC.
11.2019 - 08.2021
Delivery Courier
Hay Parels
08.2017 - 11.2019
Courier
First Choice Couriers LLC.
06.2016 - 08.2017
Cleaner
A1 Home Cleaning Services
04.2013 - 04.2016
Window Assembler
Kim's Blinds
06.2012 - 06.2014
bottle labeler
Kollaras Group
03.2007 - 02.2009
Restaurant Owner
Port Kembla Pizzeria
10.2002 - 10.2005
Restaurant General Manager
Yiannai’s
03.2001 - 03.2002
Nail Technology
Matilda's Beauty
High School Diploma -
Corrimal High School
Certificate III - Hospital Administration
Adept Training
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