Taylor Flecknoe
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Skilled Catering Assistant with proven background in hospitality industry. Experience includes overseeing food and beverage service, coordinating event logistics, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety. Strong organizational skills paired with ability to work effectively under pressure. Previous work demonstrates positive impact on customer satisfaction and event success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Catering Assistant
Hardi Aged Care Penrith
Penrith , Nsw
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Prepared food items according to recipes and instructions.
- Ensured quality control of all food products before serving.
- Organized buffet tables, beverage areas, and other service stations prior to events.
- Kept track of inventory levels for all necessary items such as chafing dishes, plates, utensils.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment and surfaces after each event.
- Restocked supplies when needed throughout the duration of events.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols at all times.
- Ensured proper storage of perishables in walk-in refrigerators, freezers, and dry storage areas.
- Adhered to all health department regulations regarding food handling and sanitation practices.
- Supported chefs in preparing meals for large groups efficiently and on time.
- Followed strict guidelines set forth by executive chef or management team when prepping ingredients or assembling dishes.
- Plated finished dishes according to presentation standards set forth by the restaurant.
- Attended weekly staff meetings with management team to discuss upcoming events and new menu items.
- Set up and cleaned up food preparation and service stations before and after catered events.
- Supported chefs in managing food preparation to achieve precise plating and presentation.
- Listened to negative and positive feedback from guests to improve customer service quality.
- Wiped down surfaces and cleaned plates, utensils and trays to sanitize catering space after events.
- Checked food temperatures to determine item doneness and promote food safety.
Supervisor
Homers Emerton
Emerton, Nsw
10.2015 - 08.2023
- Cash Register operation
- Time management
- Cash handling
- Assigning tasks
- Customer assistance
- Store opening and closing
- Product knowledge
- Stockroom upkeep
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Purchase of packaging
- Merchandise receiving and handling
- Directed and supervised team of 15 employees in daily operations.
- Responded to customer questions regarding products, prices and availability.
- Negotiated with vendors and suppliers to secure advantageous terms and pricing.
- Managed scheduling for staff, ensuring adequate coverage during peak times and projects.
- Trained new employees on company policies, job duties, and performance expectations.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Education
Year 12 - School
Mount Druitt Chifley College Senior
Mount Druitt09-2018
Skills
- Food storage protocol
- Kitchen station organization
- Chef assistance
- Food storage safety
- Station stocking
- Food Safety
- Safe Food Handling
- Sanitation and safety
- Cooking
- Food presentation
- Food restocking
- Order Expediting
- Team Management
Timeline
Catering Assistant
Hardi Aged Care Penrith
10.2023 - 05.2024
Supervisor
Homers Emerton
10.2015 - 08.2023
Year 12 - School
Mount Druitt Chifley College Senior