Finlay Miller
Strathcarron,Highland
Summary
I am a diligent worker who is conscientious in performing my tasks to the highest standards. I'm an experienced Kitchen Staff / Front of House member, focused on maintaining hygiene protocol and organisation in a fast paced environment. I have worked in restaurants, a hotel and an industrial based kitchen which has enabled me to understand the hospitality sector in depth.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Front of house / Kitchen Staff member
Cafe Canna
West Bothly, Isle of Canna, PH44 4RS, Highland
2024.07 - 2024.09
- Ensured smooth service with effective communication skills.
- Improved kitchen flow by maintaining a clean and organised workspace
- Multi-tasked efficiently to meet strict deadlines.
- Followed health and safety guidelines, ensuring a safe work environment.
- Demonstrated teamwork by assisting fellow staff during peak hours.
Kitchen Staff member
Kishorn Port Limited (KPL)
Kishorn base, Kishorn, Strathcarron IV54 8XA, Highland
2023.08 - 2024.06
- Kept kitchen operations efficient and organised by storing kitchen supplies in designated areas
- Deep cleaned preparation tables, workspaces and floors to reduce hazards and support sanitation requirements.
- Prepared food using various equipment, such as microwaves, and fryers.
Hotel Staff member / Cleaner
Strathcarron Hotel
Station Road, A890, Strathcarron IV54 8YR, Highland
2022.03 - 2023.04
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and hygiene by thorough daily dusting and hoovering.
- Worked quickly to complete cleaning within allotted timeframes.
- Used vacuum cleaners and associated accessories to clean various floor surfaces to customer specifications.
Manual Labourer
Keith Pierce (Joiner)
Strathcarron IV54 8YX, Highland
2022.10 - 2022.11
- Loaded and unloaded materials, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Performed strenuous physical activities such as heavy lifting in adverse conditions.
- Demonstrated excellent stamina and manual dexterity.
Kitchen Porter
Carron Restaurant
Address – Cam-allt, Strathcarron IV54 8YX, Highland
2021.04 - 2022.02
- Worked under pressure during peak times without compromising on quality of work delivered.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness by washing kitchen equipment and utensils.
- Achieved high levels of organisation with sorting and storing kitchen supplies
Education
Level 2 Certificate of Achievement - Food Hygiene and Safety for Catering
High Speed Training
Scotland 2023.07 - 2023.07
SQA / Grimsay Boatshed Trust Certificate - Traditional Boatbuilding Skills
Plockton High School
Scotland 2023.08 - 2024.08
SCQF Level 4 - Scottish Fire and Rescue Service Skills Award
Plockton High School
Scotland 2023.08 - 2023.09
Advanced Higher - Graphic Communication
Plockton High School
Scotland 2023.08 - 2024.08
Higher - History
Plockton High School
Scotland 2022.08 - 2023.08
Higher - Sociology
Plockton High School
Scotland 2022.08 - 2023.08
Higher - English
Plockton High School
Scotland 2022.08 - 2023.08
National 5 - Physical Education
Plockton High School
Scotland 2021.08 - 2022.08
National 5 - Applications of Mathematics
Plockton High School
Scotland 2021.08 - 2022.08
Skills
- Effective Food Hygiene Practice
- Experience in Gardening / Landscaping
- Traditional Boatbuilding Experience
- Handling of Power Tools
- Fire Safety
- Fast learner
- Enthusiastic and motivated
- Planning / Adapting to Plans
- High-volume dining
- Kitchen station cleanliness
- Experience in Room Change Over
- Order accuracy
Affiliations
- Hiking Mountains
- Playing Guitar / Singing
- F1 Racing
- Reading Social Sciences and Marketing
- Scottish History
Accomplishments
I received the (Citizenship Award) for my contribution to my community and school.
I also received the Meritorious Award two years consecutively (2022) (2023), for my work ethic
Additionally, I performed playing my guitar in front of customers where I received high praise from diners for my calming background music
Date of Birth
27/07/06
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Front of house / Kitchen Staff member
Cafe Canna
2024.07 - 2024.09
Kitchen Staff member
Kishorn Port Limited (KPL)
2023.08 - 2024.06
SQA / Grimsay Boatshed Trust Certificate - Traditional Boatbuilding Skills
Plockton High School
2023.08 - 2024.08
SCQF Level 4 - Scottish Fire and Rescue Service Skills Award
Plockton High School
2023.08 - 2023.09
Advanced Higher - Graphic Communication
Plockton High School
2023.08 - 2024.08
Level 2 Certificate of Achievement - Food Hygiene and Safety for Catering
High Speed Training
2023.07 - 2023.07
Manual Labourer
Keith Pierce (Joiner)
2022.10 - 2022.11
Higher - History
Plockton High School
2022.08 - 2023.08
Higher - Sociology
Plockton High School
2022.08 - 2023.08
Higher - English
Plockton High School
2022.08 - 2023.08
Hotel Staff member / Cleaner
Strathcarron Hotel
2022.03 - 2023.04
National 5 - Physical Education
Plockton High School
2021.08 - 2022.08
National 5 - Applications of Mathematics
Plockton High School
2021.08 - 2022.08
Kitchen Porter
Carron Restaurant
2021.04 - 2022.02