Nicholas Sim
Bundaberg,QLD
Summary
Adept at maintaining high standards of safety and cleanliness, I leveraged my cooking and verbal communication skills to enhance kitchen efficiency at McDonalds. Demonstrated exceptional ability to prioritize tasks, contributing to a seamless operation. My proactive approach and commitment to quality were pivotal in minimizing waste and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
McDonalds Crew Member
McDonalds
Bundaberg, QLD
08.2022 - Current
- Stocked cupboards and refrigerators.
- Plated meals in appealing arrangement and placed in designated areas to deliver to patrons.
- Transported trash to dumpster, properly disposing of expired food items.
- Cleaned utensils, dishes and glasses for customer use.
- Operated industrial mixers and other food processing machinery to support kitchen operations.
- Demonstrated knowledge of proper food handling techniques at all times.
- Ensured proper storage of food supplies to minimize waste and maintain freshness.
- Followed recipes accurately to prepare menu items for customers.
- Organized storage areas including freezers, coolers, dry goods shelves.
- Partnered with chef to cook food and comply with food preservation guidelines.
- Placed food trays over warmers for immediate service or stored in refrigerated storage cabinets.
- Followed health and safety guidelines to prevent accidents and ensure a safe working environment.
- Stored perishable food items in freezer or refrigerator to protect from spoilage.
- Assisted in closing duties, such as cleaning workstations and restocking supplies.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Took initiative to help out where needed in order to meet deadlines.
- Inspected dishes and cooking utensils for cleanliness prior to use.
- Operated a variety of kitchen equipment such as grills, ovens, fryers, slicers.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
- Facilitated efficient communication between kitchen staff and front-of-house teams.
- Prepared and cooked food orders to customer specifications.
- Prevented spoilage or cross-contamination by storing food in designated containers and areas.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Adhered to safety protocols when handling sharp knives or hot surfaces.
Kitchen Hand
Red Rooster
Bundaberg, QLD
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
- Assisted cooks in preparing meals by washing vegetables and fruits, cutting meats and other tasks as needed.
- Restocked cupboards, refrigerators and service stations with new food items or supplies.
- Followed health and safety guidelines to prevent accidents and ensure a safe working environment.
- Took and recorded temperatures of food, refrigerators and freezers.
- Cleaned and sanitized utensils, dishes or silverware.
- Cut or sliced meat, poultry and seafood to prepare for cooking.
- Followed all health code guidelines when handling food items.
- Transported trash to dumpster, properly disposing of expired food items.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bundaberg State High School
Bundaberg, QLD11-2024
Skills
- Cooking
- Equipment maintenance
- Task prioritization
- Safety
- Verbal communication
Certification
- Certification 3 in Information Technology.
- Manual driver's license P2.
- Graduated in 2024, year 12.
Timeline
McDonalds Crew Member
McDonalds
08.2022 - Current
Kitchen Hand
Red Rooster
09.2021 - 03.2022
High School Diploma -
Bundaberg State High School
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