Thomas Henry
Mmaryborough
Summary
Motivated individual with several years experience working in laundry and kitchen. Proficient in loading and unloading equipment, applying treatments and folding loads. Remarkable work ethic and multitasking abilities.
Prepping serving and delivering meals
am fluent in different textures and levels of fluid and thickened fluid in aged care.
Im also a Skilled Kitchen Attendant with relevant experience in maintaining sanitary kitchen conditions, assisting in food preparation, and ensuring efficient operation of kitchen equipment. Possess strong skills in multitasking, organization, and communication. Notable for improving cleanliness standards and streamlining operations in previous kitchen environments. Committed to maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction through effective support to culinary teams.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen and Laundry Assistant
Catering industries (signature care Maryborough)
Maryborough
01.2023 - 04.2025
- Set dryers at appropriate drying times and settings by taking into account fabric type and load size.
- Loaded and unloaded washers and dryers, observing correct operating instructions.
- Collected soiled linens from designated areas in the facility.
- Applied bleaching powders to spots and sprayed tough stains with stain removers to rid stains and dirt content from articles.
- Coordinated with housekeeping to meet laundry needs by preparing appropriate quantities.
- Transported washed items in carts to dryers, loading into dryers and setting drying time and temperature.
- Delivered additional requested items to rooms upon request within reasonable timeframes.
- Received and sorted articles by type, color and degree of soil.
- Inspected linens for tears, stains and other damage.
- Transported laundry in carts and sorted dirty items by load type.
- Complied with corporate and department standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient operations.
- Operated washing machines, dryers, pressing machines and other laundry equipment.
- Applied necessary chemicals to neutralize effects of solvents.
- Organized inventory into categories according to fabric type, color or size.
- Assisted with special event catering and preparation, including setup and food service.
- Utilized kitchen equipment according to manufacturer's instructions and company safety protocols.
- Utilized dishwashers and other cleaning equipment correctly during daily operations.
- Received deliveries from vendors and checked them against invoices for accuracy before stocking shelves or refrigerators.
- Supported chefs in managing food preparation to achieve precise plating and presentation.
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
- Operated industrial mixers and other food processing machinery to support kitchen operations.
- Supported inventory management by monitoring stock levels and reporting low supplies to the head chef.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Placed food trays over warmers for immediate service or stored in refrigerated storage cabinets.
- Coordinated with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth operation and timely preparation of food.
- Maintained cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen, including washing dishes and utensils.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas at all times throughout shifts.
- Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, including dishwashers, blenders, and food processors.
Fast Food Attendant
Kebab king
Maryborough
01.2021 - 03.2022
- Processed payments on cash register and counted back bills and change to patrons.
- Ensured quality control by inspecting prepared meals prior to serving them.
- Checked expiration dates on products before serving them to customers.
- Measured ingredients according to specified recipes to reduce waste.
- Recorded customer orders and communicated clearly to confirm each order.
- Modified requested menu items in POS system to customize orders.
- Organized workstations with necessary supplies such as napkins and utensils.
- Warmly greeted visitors to promote great customer service and positive ordering experience.
- Organized food items on serving trays and in carry-out packages.
- Tailored orders to address customer allergies and gluten concerns.
- Operated cash register and received payment from customers in cash or credit form.
Education
Finished Year 10 -
Maryborough High
Maryborough 12-2019
Skills
- Laundry operation
- Stain removal
- Equipment maintenance
- Chemical application
- Inventory management
- Quality control
- Customer service
- Health and safety
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Workflow organization
- Work prioritization
- Workplace cleanliness
- Hand-eye coordination
- Delivery coordination
- Reliability
- Adaptability
- Customer engagement
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Linen folding
- Multitasking
- Customer laundry
- Professionalism
- Self motivation
- Laundry folding and storage
- Active listening
- Dish stacking efficiency
- Waste reduction
- Positive attitude
- Recipe following
- Food tray delivery
- Food delivery
- Ingredient slicing
- Freezer management
- Professional demeanor
- Meal preparation support
- Food plating and garnishment
- Maintain food safety
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Kitchen and Laundry Assistant
Catering industries (signature care Maryborough)
01.2023 - 04.2025
Fast Food Attendant
Kebab king
01.2021 - 03.2022
Finished Year 10 -
Maryborough High