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.
