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Christine McNicholl

Brentwood,Essex

Summary

I am a hardworking Kitchen Assistant well-versed in various food preparation techniques. I am a new member of the kitchen team I started two months ago. I am Effective, in customer service and cleanliness. High-quality communication skills, providing articulate instruction and working collectively. Accomplished, I am eager to apply knowledge and gain practical experience.


I am experienced in working in team environments. I have a reputation for hard work, punctuality and willingness to learn new things. I am a loyal employee with a solid understanding of training and supporting employees. This was due to my hairdressing experience and my bar work experience.


I am a dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion. I am a reliable employee with lots of customer experience and good communication with children due to being a mother and grandmother I have a grandson that I support he is Autistic and has Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). I regularly take him to school and I look after him at weekends I also look after my friend's autistic and ADHD grandson.


Overview

48
48
years of professional experience

Work history

Kitchen assistant

Blackmore Primary School
Blackmore, Essex
11.2023 - Current
  • Thoroughly cleaned kitchen utensils, cookware, glassware and serving dishes, maintaining faultless hygiene and presentation standards.
  • Carried out regular rubbish removal, mopping and sweeping, and maintaining clean kitchen environments throughout service shifts.
  • Utilised storage effectively to keep kitchen equipment and supplies safely and organised.
  • Washed cutlery and crockery using industrial dishwashers and manual methods for a pristine finish.
  • Observed health and hygiene standards to minimise food contamination.
  • Cooperated well with kitchen teams, improving workflow and raising working standards.
  • Cleared tables to remove dirty utensils and leftover food items.

Bar staff member

The Lord Morpeth Public House
Bow, London
01.2001 - 09.2016
  • Prepared mixed drinks and poured wine, beer and non-alcoholic beverages within target service timeframes.
  • Followed safe serving requirements, monitoring guest behaviour and discontinuing service to inebriated customers.
  • Changed beer kegs safely and efficiently, consistently following health and hygiene guidelines.
  • Neatly set tables before guests' arrival, preparing and setting cutlery and refilling condiments.
  • Engaged with guests to create positive rapport, encouraging loyalty and repeat visits.
  • Refused drinks service to guests without appropriate proof of age.
  • Collected cash payments, processing and providing correct change and receipts using Point Of Sale (POS) systems.
  • Maintained bar stocks, replenishing daily as necessary.
  • Cleared counters and disposed of waste and broken glass.
  • Performed bar closing duties, thoroughly cleaning, sanitising and replenishing stock.
  • Handled and moved supplies between stores and bars for restocking and storage.
  • Trained new team members with positive reinforcement and respectful, motivational coaching.
  • Kept up-to-date on mixology trends, incorporating new techniques and ingredients into the cocktail menu.
  • Worked with bar management to implement and enforce responsible drinking practices.
  • Used excellent memorisation skills to maintain extensive drinks menu, ingredients and recipe knowledge.
  • Served high volumes of guests in fast-paced service environments with exceptional customer care.
  • Warmly greeted and served customers, promptly processing payments to minimise wait times.

Hairstylist

Hair Doo
Hackney, London
08.1975 - 03.2001
  • Cleaned, maintained and sterilised styling tools, increasing product lifetimes.
  • Examined hair texture and condition to determine the appropriate treatment.
  • Promoted products and services on social media platforms, increasing potential client engagement.
  • Supervised staff performance in the absence of management, maintaining faultless salon services.
  • Maintained knowledge of the latest hair trends to deliver fresh styles aligned with client's needs and preferences.
  • Maintained clean and safe salon environments, ensuring consistent compliance with COSSH regulations.
  • Managed appointments and schedules to smooth workflow.
  • Set up workstations and treatment rooms with necessary products, equipment and supplies.
  • Updated customer files with colour notes, preferences and services delivered.

Education

CSE - Maths and English

Hackney Free
London
09/1970 - 07/1975

Skills

  • Passenger risk assessments
  • Health and Safety
  • Autism Awareness

Timeline

Kitchen assistant

Blackmore Primary School
11.2023 - Current

Bar staff member

The Lord Morpeth Public House
01.2001 - 09.2016

Hairstylist

Hair Doo
08.1975 - 03.2001

CSE - Maths and English

Hackney Free
09/1970 - 07/1975
Christine McNicholl