Gaynor Fleming

Dedicated professional specializing in food preparation and order processing, ensuring efficient kitchen operations through effective stock and portion control. Strong adherence to health and safety compliance while maintaining a professional appearance. Committed to enhancing kitchen efficiency through meticulous ingredient preparation and thorough cleaning procedures.

Catering assistant - Debenhams Night and day restaurant - Leeds 1, west Yorkshire

(1998-06 - 2004-04)

• Assisted team in executing event catering operations.
• Supported ingredient freshness by adhering to hygiene storage standards.
• Helped maintain portion control during meal service to manage costs.
• Conducted routine checks on equipment for maintenance needs.
• Cleaned prep areas to prevent cross-contamination.
• Monitored food hygiene through regular temperature checks.
• Sanitised storage spaces to reduce contamination risk.
• Followed checklists to keep kitchen areas clean, stocked, and sanitised.
• Loaded and unloaded silverware and dishes into and from dishwasher.
• Ensured cleanliness and usability of crockery, cutlery and utensils for smooth-running, high-functioning kitchen operations.
• Managed food delivery processes, maintaining efficient storage solutions and meticulous stock rotation to reduce waste.
• Washed, peeled and chopped vegetables to be used in dishes.
• Monitored and recorded fridge and freezer temperatures to safely preserve stock.
• Completed deep cleaning tasks as instructed by supervising chef or manager.

Housekeeping cleaner, bar work - city catering employment agency - Leeds, uk

(2004-01 - 2007-01)

• Maintained clean and organised living spaces by performing regular deep cleaning tasks.
• Demonstrated respect for client privacy while carrying out housekeeping responsibilities efficiently.
• Meticulously vacuumed, dusted and tidied guest rooms.
• Promoted health and wellbeing by maintaining clean washrooms and toilets.
• Removed rubbish regularly to avoid any build-up or unpleasant odours.
• Achieved guest satisfaction by thorough cleaning of hotel rooms.
• Swept and mopped floors, leaving them dirt-free and polished.
• Scrubbed hard floors using machines, resulting in sparkling finishes.
• Cleaned and dried windows, mirrors and glass surfaces.
• Followed health and safety standards governing correct use of chemicals.
• Operated job-specific equipment to shampoo carpets, wax tile and buff floors.
• Checked ID cards to prevent underage drinking.
• Collected glasses from tables, maintaining a tidy environment.
• Enhanced customer experience with friendly conversation.
• Stocked bar adequately, ensuring smooth operations during peak hours.
• Performed bar closing duties, thoroughly cleaning, sanitising and replenishing stock.
• Monitored and recorded fridge and freezer temperatures to safely preserve stock.
• Followed checklists to keep kitchen areas clean, stocked and sanitised.
• Washed, peeled and chopped vegetables to be used in dishes

Kitchen porter kitchen assistant - Sodexo - leeds, west yorkshire

(2008-02 - 2012-03)

• Achieved high levels of organisation with sorting and storing deliveries.
• Cleaned work surfaces, ensured hygiene standards were met.
• Assisted in stock rotation tasks; maintained accurate inventory count.
• Completed deep cleaning tasks as instructed by supervising chef or manager.
• Swept and mopped floors at end of shifts to ensure tidy workspace next day.
• Operated dishwashing machinery to maintain cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Promptly addressed spills or broken glassware to prevent accidents in the workplace.
• Carried out regular rubbish removal, mopping and sweeping, maintaining clean kitchen environments throughout service shifts.
• Worked under pressure during peak times without compromising on quality of work delivered.
• Removed dirty dishes from public and dining areas, maintaining clean restaurant service environments.
• Upheld consistently high standards of cleanliness to conform with food health and hygiene regulations.
• Assisted senior kitchen teams with ingredients preparation, enabling readiness for next service.
• Remained calm under pressure throughout busy shifts, preparing and serving accurate customer orders within target service windows.
• Maintained exceptional kitchen cleanliness in preparation for daily breakfast, lunch and dinner services.
• Improved service quality by working closely with kitchen staff to maintain smooth, efficient food preparation conditions.
• Cleared tables and brought used utensils, plates and glassware back to kitchen for cleaning.
• Operated cash point as required, handling and recording payments.

Warehouse worker - Poundstretcher - leeds, uk

(2012-01 - 2019-12)

• Completed daily checklists to maintain warehouse cleanliness standards.
• Prepared orders promptly for dispatch, ensured timely deliveries.
• Checked products against invoices for accuracy before shipment.
• Labelled and organised packages for accurate deliveries.
• Completed work orders and packing slips with accuracy.
• Kept clean working area, reporting any issues to management.
• Loaded and unloaded delivery vehicles safely using pallet jacks.
• Assisted in staff training to ensure operational efficiency.
• Packed orders accurately to prevent damages during transit.

Warehouse operator - potato farmhouse - Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire

(2020-06 - 2023-01)

• Achieved a safe workplace environment through strict adherence to health and safety guidelines.
• Exceeded warehouse performance targets by efficiently managing the picking, packing, and dispatch of high-volume orders.
• Delivered fast-paced picking and packing operations by attentively executing instructions to meet targets.
• Maintained an immaculate and organised warehouse space, enhancing overall safety.
• Met inspection requirements through diligent cleaning and tidying of work areas.
• Assisted in rubbish removal to maintain clean and organised bin area.
• Completed deep cleaning tasks as directed by supervising chef or manager.
• Ensured safe working conditions by adhering to all health and safety regulations.
• Supported high cleanliness standards by washing kitchen equipment and utensils.
• Collected washed and sanitised dishes and cooking utensils.
• Cleared tables and returned used utensils, plates and glassware to kitchen for cleaning.
• Cleaned refrigerators, freezers and dry storage spaces to reduce contamination.

Kitchen porter - Italian restaurant - Scarborough, North Yorkshire

(2023-02 - 2025-11)

• Assisted in rubbish removal to maintain clean and organised bin area.
• Completed deep cleaning tasks as directed by supervising chef or manager.
• Ensured safe working conditions by adhering to all health and safety regulations.
• Supported high cleanliness standards by washing kitchen equipment and utensils.
• Collected washed and sanitised dishes and cooking utensils.
• Cleared tables and returned used utensils, plates and glassware to kitchen for cleaning.
• Cleaned refrigerators, freezers and dry storage spaces to reduce contamination.

GCSEs - Corpus Christi High School (1995-09 - 1996-07)

NVQ level2 - Heath And Social Care - Notte Dame 6 Th Form Collage (1996-09 - 1997-07)