Patrick John Pascual
Portland
Summary
Efficient Kitchen Hand known for high productivity and ability to complete tasks swiftly. Possess specialized skills in food preparation, kitchen equipment maintenance, and hygiene standards compliance. Excel in time management, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring seamless kitchen operations.
Skilled food preparation team member experienced in readying cold foods, sides and beverages. Reliable in keeping surfaces clean and sanitized for infection control. Always ready to help team members and customers.
Dependable Kitchen Hand with background in the fast-paced food service industry. Experience includes maintaining cleanliness of kitchen, assisting in food preparation, and adhering to health and safety regulations. Strengths are adaptability, efficient multitasking, and strong teamwork skills. Previous work has left a mark by improving kitchen workflow efficiency and upholding high-quality hygiene standards.
Hardworking professional with skills in food preparation, cleaning and supply management. Focused on food safety and quick service for customers. Specializes in food.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Hand
The Stump
Portfairy
02.2024 - 03.2025
- Transported trash to dumpster, properly disposing of expired food items.
- Swept and mopped floors to maintain cleanliness in the kitchen area.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
- Maintained an organized workstation, ensuring tools and ingredients are readily available.
- Partnered with chef to cook food and comply with food preservation guidelines.
- Operated dishwashers to sanitize dishes and silverware.
- Sanitized surfaces with approved cleaning solutions after each task was completed.
- Cleaned and sanitized utensils, dishes or silverware.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, including dishwashers, blenders, and food processors.
- Peeled and cut fruit and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Assisted cooks in preparing meals by washing vegetables and fruits, cutting meats and other tasks as needed.
- Maintained inventory of kitchen supplies and equipment needs.
- Cut or sliced meat, poultry and seafood to prepare for cooking.
- Cleaned dishes, pots, pans and utensils.
- Assisted in food preparation tasks such as washing, peeling, cutting, and basic cooking under chef's guidance.
- Assisted in the preparation of meal ingredients, including measuring, weighing, and mixing.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers regarding daily tasks assigned.
- Maintained a neat work station throughout shift hours.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Certificate 3 in Commercial Cookery
South West Tafe
Warrnambool, VICSkills
- Food preparation
- Kitchen sanitation
- Culinary techniques
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Work station sanitation
- Effective customer communication
- Salad dressing preparation
- Cooking support
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Fruit preparation
- Commercial dishwashers
- Meal tray assembly
- Marinating techniques
- Stock management
- Safe chemical handling
- Cooking equipment maintenance
- Basic culinary techniques
- Food safety measures
- Meat cutting
- Cultural Cuisine Knowledge
- Kitchen cleaning and maintenance
- Dishwashing expertise
- Ingredient selection
- Prepare ingredients
- Equipment operation
- Meat preparation
- Food storage
- Chopping vegetables
- Workstation setup
- Continuous improvement
- Beverage service
- Safety management
- Portion control
- Waste management and recycling
- Cleaning proficiency
- Food preservation and storage methods
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Vegetable and fruit preparation
- Dedicated work ethic
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Meal preparation support
- Basic recordkeeping
- Food presentation
Certification
Certificate of customer service skills set
Education
true
Timeline
Kitchen Hand
The Stump
02.2024 - 03.2025
Some College (No Degree) - Certificate 3 in Commercial Cookery
South West Tafe