Ruby Parish
Horsham,VIC
Summary
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.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen hand/Wait Staff Member
dooen hotel
dooen, vic
04.2024 - Current
- Assisted chefs in food preparation and ingredient organization.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen equipment and work areas.
- Operated dishwashing machinery for efficient cleaning of utensils.
- Stocked kitchen supplies and ingredients for daily operations.
- Followed food safety guidelines to ensure safe food handling practices.
- Collaborated with team members to support smooth kitchen operations.
- Cleaned dishes, pots, pans and utensils.
- Swept and mopped floors to maintain cleanliness in the kitchen area.
- Assisted cooks in preparing meals by washing vegetables and fruits, cutting meats and other tasks as needed.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers regarding daily tasks assigned.
- Maintained a neat work station throughout shift hours.
- Followed all health code guidelines when handling food items.
- Prepared simple salads, sandwiches, appetizers, as directed by supervisor or chef.
- Peeled and cut fruit and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
Teaching Student Volunteer
St Micheal & Johns primary school
horsham, vic
06.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted teachers in preparing classroom materials and activities.
- Supported students with learning tasks and personal development.
- Maintained a clean and safe learning environment for students.
- Collaborated with staff to enhance student engagement during lessons.
- Provided guidance to peers in volunteer projects and initiatives.
- Followed school schedules and policies to promote safety and learning.
Wait Staff Member
Cheeky fox cafe
Horsham , vic
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Served food and beverages to customers in a friendly manner.
- Maintained cleanliness of dining area and utensils throughout service hours.
- Assisted in setting up tables and arranging seating for guests.
- Processed customer orders efficiently using point-of-sale system.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal delivery.
- Handled customer inquiries and resolved concerns promptly and courteously.
- Supported team members during busy shifts by sharing tasks effectively.
- Provided excellent customer service to guests, ensuring they had an enjoyable experience.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized under pressure.
- Delivered food items to customers at their tables in a friendly, courteous manner.
- Assisted other wait staff members as needed, such as refilling beverages or delivering food to tables.
Education
Year 10
Murtoa College
Murtoa, VICSkills
- Customer service
- Food safety
- Team collaboration
- Classroom management
- Time management
- Task prioritization
- Communication skills
- Stock counting
- Plate presentation
- Ingredient preparation
- Safe chemical handling
- Meal preparation support
- Effective customer communication
- Salad dressing preparation
- Basic recordkeeping
- Recipe following
- Positive attitude
- Continuous improvement
- Kitchen cleaning and maintenance
- Portion control
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teaching Student Volunteer
St Micheal & Johns primary school
06.2025 - 12.2025
Kitchen hand/Wait Staff Member
dooen hotel
04.2024 - Current
Wait Staff Member
Cheeky fox cafe
08.2023 - 02.2024
Year 10
Murtoa College