Eleanor Barbour
Aberdeen
Summary
Energetic employee well-versed in strong communication and organisation skills. Seeks solutions to problems and applies extensive analytical knowledge to findings. Adept at multi-tasking, leading group discussions and managing projects.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
year of professional experience
Work history
Chef
Holmes care group
Falkland, Fife
2026.06 - 2026.09
- Adhered to strict hygiene standards, ensured a clean working environment.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes that met customer needs and palates.
- Catered to residents with Dysphagia or swallowing difficulties, preparing visually-pleasing modified textured foods following IDDSI guidelines.
- Planned menus with diverse and seasonal dishes using sustainable, locally sourced produce.
- Catered and organised themed events and fundraisers.
- Worked closely with more experienced cooks to constantly improve skills.
Kitchen assistant
Holmes care group
Falkland, Fife
2026.02 - 2026.09
- Washed dishes quickly after meals service to free up space in the kitchen area.
- Performed regular checks on refrigerator temperatures ensuring safe preservation conditions of food.
- Implemented a new system for organising stock which increased ease of access.
- Carried out regular rubbish removal, mopping and sweeping, maintaining clean kitchen environments throughout service shifts.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of menu offerings to handle customer queries.
Crew member
McDonalds
Glenrothes, Fife
2025.08 - 2026.04
- Attended to customers with friendly and accurate service.
- Facilitated smooth flow of customers by effectively managing queues during rush hours.
- Prepared and packaged orders with precise presentation skills.
- Prepared sandwiches and salads to recipe guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a friendly work environment promoting productivity.
- Trained in food safety and hygiene practices.
- Stayed up-to-date on fast food menu changes to answer customer ingredient and portion questions.
Education
Master of Arts - Language, Linguistics and Philosophy
University of Aberdeen
Aberdeen 2026.09 -
Leadership, Teamwork and First Aid
RAFAC
Glenrothes 2024.09 - 2025.08
Skills
- Leadership proficiency
- Recipe development expertise
- Baking and pastry creation
- Nutritional understanding
- Customer feedback response
- Food hygiene certification
- Communication proficiency
- Barista skills
- First aid and CPR certified
- PPE use and maintenance
Certification
First Aid Re-Certified annually since 2022
Food Hygiene Certified 2025
Languages
French
Upper intermediate
German
Upper intermediate
Timeline
Master of Arts - Language, Linguistics and Philosophy
University of Aberdeen
2026.09 -
Chef
Holmes care group
2026.06 - 2026.09
Kitchen assistant
Holmes care group
2026.02 - 2026.09
Crew member
McDonalds
2025.08 - 2026.04
Leadership, Teamwork and First Aid
RAFAC
2024.09 - 2025.08