Open To Work
Michelle chatterton
Hoppers Crossing,VIC
Summary
Culinary professional with expertise in menu planning and sanitation standards. Demonstrated success in engaging children during meal times while providing exceptional customer service in fast-paced settings.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook's Assistant
lilly's childcare
Hoppers Crossing, VIC
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Assisted in preparing nutritious meals for children in a childcare setting.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen supplies and equipment.
- Assisted cook in menu planning aligned with dietary guidelines to ensure nutritional needs of young children were met.
- Helped with food storage and inventory management to ensure freshness.
- Collaborated with staff to meet children's dietary needs and preferences.
- Followed health and safety standards during food preparation and serving.
- Participated in daily kitchen cleaning routines to maintain a safe environment.
- Interacted with children during mealtimes to encourage healthy eating habits and foster positive food experiences.
- Delivered high-quality customer service during busy shifts, enhancing dining experience for children and staff.
- Prepared a variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
- Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
- Cut or sliced meat, poultry and seafood to prepare for cooking.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Restocked cupboards, refrigerators and service stations with new food items or supplies.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Assisted management by reporting supply shortages to maintain inventory levels.
Catering Assistant
Austrqlian commercial caterting
melbourne , VIC
08.2003 - 08.2011
- Assisted in preparing and arranging food items for large events.
- Supported chefs by cleaning and organizing kitchen spaces efficiently.
- Set up catering equipment and ensured readiness for service operations.
- Provided exceptional customer service during events, ensuring guest needs were met promptly to enhance overall experience.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow during busy periods, contributing to efficient service delivery.
- Managed inventory by restocking supplies and maintaining cleanliness of storage areas.
- Followed safety and hygiene protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
- Contributed to menu planning discussions by providing input on client preferences.
- Assisted in setting up and breaking down catering events.
- Assisted caterers with food distribution by organizing food products and plating items.
- Organized buffet tables, beverage areas, and other service stations prior to events.
- Adhered to all health department regulations regarding food handling and sanitation practices.
- Monitored supply levels and restocked items for dining and catering functions.
- Engaged with guests to gather feedback on product quality and service, using insights to inform improvements.
- Ensured quality control of all food products before serving.
- Served guest tables by transporting meals and beverages from kitchen and bar areas.
- Filled in for absent workers by performing wide variety of food service work.
- Prepared food items according to recipes and instructions.
- Listened to negative and positive feedback from guests to improve customer service quality.
- Received orders from clients and communicated details to the chef team accordingly.
- Processed payments from customers for catering services received.
- Plated finished dishes according to presentation standards set forth by the restaurant.
- Supported chefs in managing food preparation to achieve precise plating and presentation.
- Attended weekly staff meetings with management team to discuss upcoming events and new menu items.
- Ensured proper storage of perishables in walk-in refrigerators, freezers, and dry storage areas.
- Restocked supplies when needed throughout the duration of events.
- Inspected incoming shipments for freshness or damage before accepting them into the facility.
- Checked food temperatures to determine item doneness and promote food safety.
- Ensured compliance with food safety regulations and standards.
- Transported food and catering equipment to and from event locations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and event areas during and after events.
- Provided excellent customer service, addressing guest inquiries and concerns promptly.
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
- Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Prepared a variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Placed food trays over warmers for immediate service or stored in refrigerated storage cabinets.
Education
Certificate III in Comercial Cookery - Cookery
Ashley Institute
Sunshine, VIC08-2015
Skills
- Food preparation and sanitation
- Sanitation practices
- Health regulations compliance
- Quality control
- Menu development
- Inventory management
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Multitasking skills
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
Certification
- Certificate III in comercial cookery SIT30813
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Part TimeLocation Preference
RemoteSalary Range
$35/hr - $1000/hrTimeline
Cook's Assistant
lilly's childcare
01.2023 - 06.2023
Catering Assistant
Austrqlian commercial caterting
08.2003 - 08.2011
Certificate III in Comercial Cookery - Cookery
Ashley Institute