Declan Proudfoot

Responsibilities:
• Washing dishes, cutlery, glassware, pans and kitchen equipment to maintain high hygiene standards.
• Keeping the kitchen clean, organised and safe throughout busy service periods.
• Assisting chefs and kitchen staff with basic food preparation when required.
• Ensuring work areas, sinks and storage areas are cleaned and sanitised.
• Disposing of waste and recycling safely and efficiently.
• Supporting the kitchen team during busy periods and helping maintain smooth service.
• Following food hygiene, health and safety procedures at all times.

Additional Experience:
• Completed a bar shift serving customers and supporting bar operations.
• Gained experience working in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
• Developed teamwork, communication and customer service skills while working alongside kitchen and front-of-house staff.

Key Skills Developed:
• Teamwork
• Time Management
• Reliability
• Working Under Pressure
• Food Hygiene Awareness
• Organisation
• Attention to Detail
• Positive Work Ethic

• Contributed to team communication, resulting in better workflow efficiency.
• Assisted in stock rotation, reducing spoilage and wastage of ingredients.
• Performed daily deep cleaning tasks to optimise workspace cleanliness standards.
• Peeled, chopped and sliced vegetables as required by recipes, accelerating cooking times.
• Improved kitchen efficiency by assisting in food preparation tasks.
• Maintained cleanliness throughout the kitchen for improved hygiene standards.
• Ensured proper waste disposal to maintain a hygienic kitchen environment.
• Followed safety procedures whilst using kitchen equipment to prevent accidents on duty.
• Assisted in inventory management to avoid food wastage.
• Stored ingredients properly, extending their freshness dates significantly.
• Performed regular checks on refrigerator temperatures ensuring safe preservation conditions of food.
• Assisted chefs with meal preparations for smoother service during peak hours.
• Completed kitchen cleaning close down duties at end of day, readying areas for next shift.
• Observed health and hygiene standards to minimise food contamination.
• Carried out regular rubbish removal, mopping and sweeping, maintaining clean kitchen environments throughout service shifts.
• Cleaned food preparation and storage areas in line with schedule.
• Used kitchen equipment as instructed and to safety protocols.
• Cooperated well with kitchen teams, improving workflow and raising working standards.
• Monitored storage temperature controls, keeping stored ingredients fresh.
• Followed checklists to keep kitchen areas clean, stocked and sanitised.
• Cleaned refrigerators, freezers and dry storage spaces to minimise contamination.
• Assisted chefs with preparing and presenting food, employing meticulous attention to detail and quality standards.

• Rotated perishable products regularly, avoiding wastage due to spoilage.
• Ensured cleanliness of cafe premises by performing regular cleaning duties.
• Kept up-to-date knowledge about menu items, guiding customers effectively.
• Managed take-away orders efficiently, catering to the needs of busy customers.
• Dealt with customer queries and complaints, ensuring high level of customer satisfaction.
• Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food preparation.
• Implemented hygiene standards strictly whilst working on food preparation tasks.
• Engaged with customers in a polite manner, fostering a welcoming environment.
• Supported other team members during peak hours for smooth operations.
• Cleaned, sanitised and organised food storage racks and bins, maintaining exceptional hygiene standards.
• Greeted customers and took orders in line with company style.
• Served meals and drinks with professionalism and skill, maintaining high presentation and quality standards.
• Provided friendly, courteous service, maximising positive customer satisfaction ratings.
• Used appropriate sanitising and cleaning products to maintain hygienic kitchen and food preparation areas.
• Warmly greeted guests upon arrival to create welcoming atmosphere.
• Regularly communicated with kitchen and bar staff to maintain smooth front of house operations, minimising potential service delays.
• Assisted customers with menu selection, offering knowledge of current special dishes and personal recommendations to build rapport.
• Accurately processed customer orders and provided allergy advice and menu recommendations when required.
• Cleaned and set tables quickly after customers left to maximise restaurant capacity.
• Practiced healthy and safety measures to comply with regulations.
• Maintained excellent level of service in busy and demanding restaurant environment.
• Informed customers regarding ingredients used to address allergy and dietary issues.
• Resolved guest complaints promptly and professionally, notifying restaurant management of concerns.
• Followed health and hygiene standards when handling food and cleaning restaurants.
• Assisted kitchen staff with food prep, dishwashing and plating food.
• Polished glasses and cutlery to pristine standards.
• Accurately took orders, making menu recommendations as appropriate.
• Memorised complete menu and offered guests knowledgeable suggestions.

• Built rapport with frequent shoppers to foster loyal customer base.
• Directed customers towards fitting rooms when needed for convenient try-on experience.
• Packed and wrapped gifts with decorative details to match customer preferences.
• Guaranteed high levels of customer satisfaction through product knowledge and attentive service.
• Maintained impeccably high standards store presentation and hygiene through cleaning.
• Shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing, organised displays to engage customers.
• Greeted every customer warmly, promoting friendly atmosphere.
• Maintained clean, appealing shop environment for comfortable shopping experience.