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Anna Roberts

Leicester,Leicestershire

Summary

Experienced in food preparation and customer service, with a strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards. Proficient in meal preparation, food plating, and presentation, ensuring high-quality dining experiences. Skilled in operating kitchen equipment, including espresso machines and POS systems, with efficient cash handling abilities. Adept at engaging with customers and communicating effectively with kitchen staff to ensure seamless service. Committed to maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment while adhering to strict hygiene standards.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Assistant Chef and Cafe Assistant

Windmill Farm Park
Kibworth Leicester, Leicestershire
09.2019 - Current
  • Regularly rotated stock to ensure freshness
  • Followed health and safety guidelines to keep food storage safe, prevent spoilage and minimise cross-contamination risks.
  • Prepared ingredients prior to service, rotating stock and storing in temperature-controlled environments to meet health requirements.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of menu offerings to handle customer queries.
  • Took accurate guest orders and relayed information to kitchen about preferences, requests, or allergens.
  • Followed health and hygiene standards when handling food and cleaning restaurants. I Helped the Windmill Farm Park to achieve a 5 star food hygiene rating
  • Prepared menu items according to exact recipes and portion requirements, delivering consistent, quality food service.

Assistant chef

The Marketplace Cafe
Market Harborough, Leicestershire
04.2017 - 09.2019
  • Monitored storage temperature controls, keeping stored ingredients fresh.
  • Ensured compliance with food hygiene regulations for a safer kitchen environment.
  • Took orders and portioned food for delivery to client tables.
  • Cleaned and organised kitchen workstations to maintain smooth operations and minimise delays.

Assistant chef

The Coach and Horses Kibworth
Kibworth Leicester, Leicestershire
04.2015 - 03.2017
  • Completed kitchen cleaning close down duties at end of day, readying areas for next shift.
  • Coordinated with other staff members for seamless service delivery.
  • Prepared fresh ingredients for meal execution, ensuring freshness and taste.
  • Rotated frozen food items.
  • Delivered food to highest hygiene, quality and safety standards by strictly following regulations.
  • Worked with front of house team to coordinate fast, fresh deliveries in line with professional reputation.
  • Deputised for head chef, successfully managing all aspects of kitchen operations during times of absence.
  • Plated dishes according to menu and dietary requirements.

Kitchen assistant

The Swan Kibworth
Kibworth Leicester, Leicestershire
01.2014 - 08.2015
  • Assisted chefs with preparing and presenting food, employing meticulous attention to detail and quality standards.
  • Rotated stock to keep ingredients fresh.
  • Used correct ingredients and ratios in preparation for different dishes.
  • Maintained organised kitchen stations with meticulous care and precision, promoting team productivity.
  • Cleaned food preparation and storage areas in line with schedule.
  • Followed checklists to keep kitchen areas clean, stocked and sanitised.
  • Performed regular checks on refrigerator temperatures ensuring safe preservation conditions of food.
  • Stored ingredients properly, extending their freshness dates significantly.
  • Completed kitchen cleaning close down duties at end of day, readying areas for next shift.

Education

Level 2 - Food Safety

Online Course
Leicester
01.2024 - 01.2024

NVQ Level 3 - Professional Cookery

Leicester College
Leicester
08.2014 - 07.2015

NVQ Level 2 - Professional Cookery

Leicester College
Leicester
08.2013 - 07.2014

Functional Skills - English

Leicester College
Leicester
08.2013 - 07.2014

GCSEs - Maths, English, BTEC Science, Art, French, Spanish, Food Tech, Media,

Robert Smyth Academy
Leicester
08.2011 - 05.2013

Skills

  • Food preparation techniques
  • Food plating and presentation
  • Food safety understanding
  • Meal preparation
  • Customer Service
  • Equipment cleaning
  • Kitchen hygiene
  • Safe food handling
  • Hygiene standards adherence
  • Food safety awareness
  • Customer engagement
  • Kitchen equipment usage
  • Espresso machine operation
  • POS systems operation
  • Communication with kitchen staff
  • Food order taking
  • Drink serving
  • Cash handling efficiency

Affiliations

  • Cricket- I have recently taken up playing cricket. I am currently playing for Fleckney Women's softball team and playing hardball cricket for Fleckney Village. I have recently received an award for player of the match and women's softball player of the year for 2024.
  • History- I take an interest in certain times in history, predominantly the Tudors, but have also started some online courses to broaden my knowledge in other times in history. I am also a member of the National Trust and enjoy visiting stately homes and castles.
  • I enjoy visiting zoos, wildlife parks and safari parks with my family and spending time with them.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Level 2 - Food Safety

Online Course
01.2024 - 01.2024

Assistant Chef and Cafe Assistant

Windmill Farm Park
09.2019 - Current

Assistant chef

The Marketplace Cafe
04.2017 - 09.2019

Assistant chef

The Coach and Horses Kibworth
04.2015 - 03.2017

NVQ Level 3 - Professional Cookery

Leicester College
08.2014 - 07.2015

Kitchen assistant

The Swan Kibworth
01.2014 - 08.2015

NVQ Level 2 - Professional Cookery

Leicester College
08.2013 - 07.2014

Functional Skills - English

Leicester College
08.2013 - 07.2014

GCSEs - Maths, English, BTEC Science, Art, French, Spanish, Food Tech, Media,

Robert Smyth Academy
08.2011 - 05.2013

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