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Aymen Ali

Summary

  • Service-focused hospitality professional ready to help others and meet customer needs. Understands kitchen processes, food service standards and safety requirements.
  • Dependable individual with strong work ethic and commitment to maintaining clean and organised kitchen environment. Possesses skills in time management and teamwork, gained through various roles in customer service and hospitality. Capable of supporting kitchen operations to ensure smooth and efficient service.
  • Hardworking kitchen team member always ready to assist with diverse needs. Helps keep kitchen clean, stocked and organised for fast-paced demands. Trained in health, safety and best practices for kitchen support.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work history

Kitchen porter

Fortnum and Mason
Piccadilly Circus , Greater London
01.2025 - 02.2025
  • Cleaned work surfaces, ensured hygiene standards were met.
  • Removed rubbish, kept bin area clean and orderly.
  • Assisted chefs in food preparation for efficient meal service.
  • Completed deep cleaning tasks as instructed by supervising chef or manager.
  • Promptly addressed spills or broken glassware to prevent accidents in the workplace.
  • Kept a safe working environment by following all health and safety regulations.
  • Streamlined workflow to reduce waiting times for serving staff.
  • Ensured smooth running of the kitchen by efficiently managing waste disposal tasks.
  • Swept and mopped floors at end of shifts to ensure tidy workspace next day.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness by washing kitchen equipment and utensils.
  • Worked under pressure during peak times without compromising on quality of work delivered.
  • Worked well in busy kitchen settings, coordinating and partnering with other staff to complete tasks efficiently.
  • Kept health and hygiene standards high, ensuring washed pots and cutlery were impeccably clean for service.

Kitchen porter

Aroma buffet
Shepherds Bush, Hammersmith and Fulham
08.2024 - 09.2024
  • Cleaned work surfaces, ensured hygiene standards were met.
  • Removed rubbish, kept bin area clean and orderly.
  • Consistently adhered to food hygiene regulations whilst dealing with food waste.
  • Actively contributed towards keeping cooking areas pest-free through regular cleaning duties.
  • Worked under pressure during peak times without compromising on quality of work delivered.
  • Swept and mopped floors at end of shifts to ensure tidy workspace next day.
  • Assisted in stock rotation tasks; maintained accurate inventory count.
  • Assisted chefs in food preparation for efficient meal service.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness by washing kitchen equipment and utensils.
  • Kept a safe working environment by following all health and safety regulations.
  • Washed cutlery and crockery using industrial dishwashers and manual methods for pristine finish.
  • Carried out regular rubbish removal, mopping and sweeping, maintaining clean kitchen environments throughout service shifts.

Kitchen porter

Spaghetti House
Kensington , Royal Kensington and Chelsea
03.2023 - 03.2023
  • Assisted chefs in food preparation for efficient meal service.
  • Supported overall restaurant operations through effective teamwork with other staff members.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness by washing kitchen equipment and utensils.
  • Followed established procedures for handling special cleaning solutions in order to protect self and others from harm.
  • Operated dishwashing machinery to maintain cleanliness in the kitchen.
  • Cleaned work surfaces, ensured hygiene standards were met.
  • Kept a safe working environment by following all health and safety regulations.

Kitchen assistant

Steins Berlin
Chelsea, Royal Kensington and Chelsea
03.2022 - 03.2022
  • Assisted chefs with meal preparations for smoother service during peak hours.
  • Cleaned utensils, achieving a more efficient work environment.
  • Ensured proper waste disposal to maintain a hygienic kitchen environment.
  • Prepared ingredients for increased speed of cooking process.
  • Supported head chef in creating new menu items to diversify restaurant offerings.
  • Adhered to health and safety regulations with careful handling of food and equipment.
  • Peeled, chopped and sliced vegetables as required by recipes, accelerating cooking times.
  • Maintained cleanliness throughout the kitchen for improved hygiene standards.

Warehouse assistant

OSC group
Feltham, Hounslow
10.2021 - 11.2021
  • Organised airport products for customers to use as part of their flight.
  • Cleaned and organised utilities such as blankets.
  • Packed and sorted out the products into shelves for the company to distribute back to the airport.
  • Exercised efficiency under pressure as I was working on regular deadlines.
  • Maintained safety standards, resulting in no workplace accidents.
  • Kept warehouse areas spotlessly clean and tidy, reducing risk and aiding smooth stock transportation.

Crew member

JRC Global Buffet
Wembley, Brent
09.2021 - 10.2021
  • Maintained cleanliness and organisation of buffet area, ensuring a visually appealing and inviting dining experience for guest.
  • Handled high-pressure situations calmly providing solutions promptly.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a friendly work environment promoting productivity.
  • Attended to customers with friendly and accurate service.
  • Established professional relationships with peers to enhance productivity and teamwork.
  • Worked fast and accurately to meet customer needs and service goals.

Education

GCSEs - Maths & English

Belvue high school
Northolt, Ealing
09/2011 - 06/2018

Step up to mainstream

Ealing green college
Ealing Broadway, Ealing
09/2018 - 07/2019

City of guilds - Hospitality & catering course

Hammersmith College Canteen restaurant
Hammersmith, Hammersmith and Fulham
09/2019 - 07/2021

Springboard - Housekeeping course
Liverpool street
02/2024 - 03/2024

Spear programme
North Kensington
05/2024 - 06/2024

Making the leap
10/2024 - 10/2024

Timeline

Kitchen porter

Fortnum and Mason
01.2025 - 02.2025

Kitchen porter

Aroma buffet
08.2024 - 09.2024

Kitchen porter

Spaghetti House
03.2023 - 03.2023

Kitchen assistant

Steins Berlin
03.2022 - 03.2022

Warehouse assistant

OSC group
10.2021 - 11.2021

Crew member

JRC Global Buffet
09.2021 - 10.2021

GCSEs - Maths & English

Belvue high school
09/2011 - 06/2018

Step up to mainstream

Ealing green college
09/2018 - 07/2019

City of guilds - Hospitality & catering course

Hammersmith College Canteen restaurant
09/2019 - 07/2021

Springboard - Housekeeping course
02/2024 - 03/2024

Spear programme
05/2024 - 06/2024

Making the leap
10/2024 - 10/2024
Aymen Ali