Awa Danso
Edinburgh ,Scotland
Summary
Experienced in catering industry with focus on delivering high-quality customer service and maintaining hygiene standards. Capable of preparing and presenting food to meet various dietary needs and preferences. Equipped with strong teamwork abilities and commitment to creating positive dining experience.
Offering strong teamwork and customer service skills. Knowledgeable about food safety and hygiene practices, with eye for detail and positive attitude. Ready to use and develop communication, organisation, and multitasking skills in [Desired Position] role.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work history
Catering assistant
CASA SULTA
Birmingham , Uk
2019.03 - 2025.12
- Managed inventory of catering supplies, reducing waste through efficient usage and ordering practices.
- Ensured freshness of ingredients by properly storing them according to food hygiene standards.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen area to ensure health and safety regulations were met.
- Assisted in the preparation of buffet services, enhancing event experiences for clients.
- Handled cash transactions with customers, maintaining integrity and accuracy at all times.
- Coordinated with suppliers for timely delivery of fresh produce contributing towards seamless kitchen operations.
Catering team member
CHICKEN COTTAGE
Edinburgh , Scotland
2015.04 - 2018.09
- Upheld hygiene standards in all areas of kitchen and dining space.
- Collaborated with chefs for creation of innovative menu items.
- Tailored menus according to client preferences ensuring full satisfaction.
- Ensured smooth running of catering operations during peak hours by effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Washed, peeled and chopped vegetables to be used in dishes.
- Followed checklists to keep kitchen areas clean, stocked and sanitised.
- Assisted chefs with preparing and presenting food, employing meticulous attention to detail and quality standards.
- Restocked chef workstations with fresh supplies throughout shifts.
Reception assistant
SPARKLE HAIRDRESSER
Edinburgh , Scotland
2013.02 - 2015.12
- Updated appointment calendars, reducing scheduling conflicts.
- Served as the first point of contact, representing company in a professional manner.
- Supported administrative staff with clerical tasks when needed.
- Maintained clean reception area to provide welcoming atmosphere for guests.
- Managed front desk duties, ensuring smooth operations.
- Resolved guest complaints in a timely manner ensuring satisfaction and repeat business.
- Provided exceptional customer service to visitors.
- Greeted incoming customers in a professional manner and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
Education
Ms office - It
Birmingham City college
Birmingham 2024-01
A-Levels - English, maths , history
Birmingham City college
Birmingham 2019-09
Skills
- Team player
- Cash handling
- Customer Service
- Food preparation
- Stock management
- Order processing
- Food product stock control
- Maintaining professional appearance
- Sense of urgency
- Customer satisfaction focus
- Handling customer complaints
- Food safety standards compliance
- Receiving deliveries efficiently
- Food waste management
- Menu knowledge
- Exemplary communication
- Food safety
- Foodservice
- Food allergen awareness
- Food presentation
- Event setup
- Ingredients preparation
- Event booking management
- Cooking basics
- Resilience under pressure
- Inventory checking
- Temperature control awareness
- Team Leadership
- Multitasking
Timeline
Catering assistant
CASA SULTA
2019.03 - 2025.12
Catering team member
CHICKEN COTTAGE
2015.04 - 2018.09
Reception assistant
SPARKLE HAIRDRESSER
2013.02 - 2015.12
Ms office - It
Birmingham City college
A-Levels - English, maths , history
Birmingham City college