Katie Knowles

I am a hardworking, reliable, and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant and Cleaner with extensive experience working in busy school and healthcare environments. I have almost 10 years of experience as a Kitchen Assistant in a primary school, 6 months of current cleaning experience in a primary school, and 6 years of previous experience cleaning operating theatres within the NHS. I am a friendly, outgoing team player who always gives 100% in everything I do.

I work equally well independently or as part of a team and take great pride in my excellent timekeeping and attendance. I am well presented, organised, hardworking, and committed to maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and health and safety. I am always enthusiastic about my role and willing to go above and beyond to get the job done to a high standard.

I am currently looking for a Kitchen Assistant role where I can use my extensive kitchen and cleaning experience and make a positive contribution to a busy team.

Kitchen Assistant - Red Kite / Hutchisons Catering / IFG - Meadowfield Primary School, Leeds

(2014-01)

Approximately 30 hours per week

• Preparing food for daily school meal service.
• Preparing fresh salads and fruit.
• Assisting with the preparation of 3–4 main meal options each day.
• Baking a variety of items including cakes, biscuits, muffins, and jelly.
• Ensuring the kitchen is fully prepared before each service.
• Assisting with stock ordering.
• Receiving and checking deliveries and putting stock away correctly.
• Maintaining high standards of food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness at all times.
• Following food safety procedures and health and safety regulations.
• Working efficiently as part of a busy kitchen team to ensure meals are prepared and served on time.
• Ensuring the kitchen is left clean, tidy, and ready for the next service.

Cleaner - Primary School - Leeds

(2023-07)

• Carrying out cleaning duties within a busy primary school environment.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the school.
• Ensuring areas are clean, tidy, and safe for pupils and staff.
• Working efficiently and independently to complete cleaning duties to a high standard.
• Following health and safety and cleaning procedures.
• Taking pride in ensuring the school environment is well presented and hygienic.

NHS Cleaner – Operating Theatres - NHS

(2017-01)

• Cleaning and maintaining operating theatres to a very high standard.
• Following strict cleaning, hygiene, infection prevention, and health and safety procedures.
• Ensuring clinical areas were thoroughly cleaned and prepared to the required standards.
• Working carefully and efficiently in a busy healthcare environment.
• Following detailed procedures and paying close attention to cleanliness and hygiene.
• Working as part of a team while also being able to work independently.
• Understanding the importance of maintaining a safe, clean, and hygienic environment for patients and healthcare staff.