Bridget Smith
Maidstone,Kent
Summary
A dedicated and conscientious professional with a strong commitment to excellence in all tasks undertaken. Known for building positive relationships with customers and colleagues, demonstrating exceptional teamwork and initiative. Holds certifications in First Aid and Health and Hygiene levels 1 to 3, complemented by a clean driving licence. Highly active and adaptable, with a focus on maintaining high standards of service and safety.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
General kitchen assistant
Independent Catering
Medway, Kent
2025.09 - Current
- Assisted in inventory management, resulting in optimal stock usage.
- Received and stored deliveries efficiently to maintain stock levels.
- Followed strict hygiene and safety rules whilst handling food, ensuring safe dining experience for guests.
- Adapted quickly to changing menus and recipes, demonstrating versatility.
Kitchen assistant
Impact Catering
Maidstone, Kent
2025.01 - 2025.09
- Ensured proper waste disposal to maintain a hygienic kitchen environment.
- Helped in the plating of dishes for enhanced visual appeal and presentation.
- Unloaded deliveries promptly for immediate storage and use of fresh produce.
- Cleaned utensils, achieving a more efficient work environment.
Kitchen assistant
Initial Catering
Maidstone, Kent
2024.07 - 2025.01
- Supported head chef in creating new menu items to diversify restaurant offerings.
- Maintained cleanliness throughout the kitchen for improved hygiene standards.
- Performed regular checks on refrigerator temperatures ensuring safe preservation conditions of food.
- Peeled, chopped and sliced vegetables as required by recipes, accelerating cooking times.
Kitchen assistant
Caterlink
Maidstone, Kent
2023.11 - 2024.07
- Unloaded deliveries promptly for immediate storage and use of fresh produce.
- Maintained cleanliness throughout the kitchen for improved hygiene standards.
- Contributed to team communication, resulting in better workflow efficiency.
- Performed daily deep cleaning tasks to optimise workspace cleanliness standards.
Carer
John Tomlinson (my dad}
Maidstone, Kent
2023.01 - 2023.11
- Assisted patients with exercises designed by physical therapists to improve mobility and strength.
- Offered companionship to reduce feelings of loneliness in patients.
- Adhered strictly to privacy rules, respecting the confidentiality rights of all clients.
- Regularly checked vital signs as part of ongoing monitoring of patient health status.
Cook
Gymfinity for kids
maidstone, Kent
2022.02 - 2023.02
- I clear away breakfast and snack pots, and prepare the trolleys for lunch.
- I prepare lunch and dessert for the nursery children, normally around 35, ages ranging from 6 months to pre school.
- I have a gluten free child to cater for and a dairy free child, so attention to detail is very important.
- I also supply tea and pudding, I tidy up the nursery after the children have finished their meals. I wash all items used and put into the correct place
- I make sure that the kitchen is spotless before I leave for the day
- I order the food for the children every week
- I make an order for snack food, and any kitchen supplies needed each week
- I am responsible for keeping the kitchen clean and tidy.
- I take delivery of the food once a week, which i sort into correct days and store.
- Maintained clean, safe environment by adhering to sanitation and safety requirements.
- I have completed health and hygiene levels 1 to 3
- I record the days menu on the computer each day
Kitchen Assistant
Yew Tree
maidstone, Kent
2021.05 - 2022.02
- I assisted the chef with cooking, plating of food
- I kept the kitchen clean and tidy
- I prepared all vegetables for the day and the weekend
- I ensured everything was kept in date and labelled correctly
- I recorded the temperature of the fridges and freezer twice daily
Invoice Clerk
RJL Steels Ltd.
maidstone, Kent
2019.01 - 2021.05
- I was responsible for the payment of invoices
- Ordering of materials
- Ordering of machinery for site
- Manning of the phone
Kitchen Assistant
The Bull
maidstone, Kent
2015.04 - 2019.02
- pot washing
- Food prep
- Removed waste and inadequate food items regularly to keep work spaces neat and clean.
- Cleaned and inspected food preparation areas against safe and sanitary food-handling criteria.
- Supported chefs in managing food preparation to achieve high-quality, precise plating and presentation standards.
Bakery Assistant
Safeways
maidstone, Kent
1988.10 - 1993.03
- I wrapped, dated and displayed bakery items for the customers
- I served the public with bakery items
- I kept the work areas clean and tidy
- I then progressed to be the cake finisher for the store
- Provided a warm and friendly welcome to customers to ensure an excellent first impression.
- Kept counters, preparation tables and displays hygienic through regular sanitation and deep cleans.
Bakery Assistant
Cornucopia (Aunt Sallys Kitchen)
maidstone, Kent
1986.08 - 1989.09
- I looked after the shop on my own
- I served customers with bakery items
- I closed the shop at the end of the day, ensuring that it was clean and tidy
- Provided a warm and friendly welcome to customers to ensure an excellent first impression.
Education
GCSEs - cookery
Forest of Needwood High School
Burton on TrentSkills
- I am a very hard working and conscientious individual
- I always do my best in whatever task I am asked to undertake
- I am a very friendly person
- I have a good relationship with customers
- I am First Aid Trained
- Can work on own imitative or as part of a team
- Have Health and Hygiene levels 1 to 3
- Clean driving license
- I am very active person
Education
other
Affiliations
- Horse riding, seeing my first grandchild cooking
Certification
Pediatric first aid, Health and Hygiene 1,2 and 3. Allergens
Timeline
General kitchen assistant
Independent Catering
2025.09 - Current
Kitchen assistant
Impact Catering
2025.01 - 2025.09
Kitchen assistant
Initial Catering
2024.07 - 2025.01
Kitchen assistant
Caterlink
2023.11 - 2024.07
Carer
John Tomlinson (my dad}
2023.01 - 2023.11
Cook
Gymfinity for kids
2022.02 - 2023.02
Kitchen Assistant
Yew Tree
2021.05 - 2022.02
Invoice Clerk
RJL Steels Ltd.
2019.01 - 2021.05
Kitchen Assistant
The Bull
2015.04 - 2019.02
Bakery Assistant
Safeways
1988.10 - 1993.03
Bakery Assistant
Cornucopia (Aunt Sallys Kitchen)
1986.08 - 1989.09
GCSEs - cookery
Forest of Needwood High School