Freya Walker
Manch,lanc
Summary
Highly skilled in food preparation and kitchen operations, with extensive experience in high-volume dining environments. Demonstrates proficiency in meal assembly, baking basics, grilling fundamentals, and sauce making. Adept at managing kitchen stations, ensuring cleanliness and adherence to health and safety regulations. Strong organisational efficiency and inventory management skills contribute to seamless commercial kitchen workflow. Committed to safe food handling, storage protocols, and maintaining hygiene standards. Excellent communication with chefs and awareness of special dietary requirements enhance customer service quality. Career goal: To leverage culinary expertise in a dynamic kitchen setting while continuously improving operational efficiency.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen assistant
OCS Group UK
Stockport, Cheshire
03.2022 - Current
- Work in a large on-site restaurant at Nexperia Manchester serving a large customer base of ~500 employees
- Organising and running a breakfast service, assisting with a lunchtime service and providing buffet style lunches for conference and meeting rooms
- Stock taking and administration work including menus and promotions etc
- Unload deliveries promptly for immediate storage and use of fresh produce.
- Performed daily deep cleaning tasks to optimise workspace cleanliness standards.
- Assisted in stock rotation, reducing spoilage and wastage of ingredients.
- Maintained cleanliness throughout the kitchen for improved hygiene standards.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by assisting in food preparation tasks.
- Washed dishes quickly after meals service to free up space in the kitchen area.
- Cleaned utensils, achieving a more efficient work environment.
- Assisted chefs with meal preparations for smoother service during peak hours.
- Performed regular checks on refrigerator temperatures ensuring safe preservation conditions of food.
- Contributed to team communication, resulting in better workflow efficiency.
- Ensured proper waste disposal to maintain a hygienic kitchen environment.
- Followed safety procedures whilst using kitchen equipment to prevent accidents on duty.
- Prepared ingredients for increased speed of cooking process.
- Stored ingredients properly, extending their freshness dates significantly.
- Adhered to health and safety regulations with careful handling of food and equipment.
- Assisted in inventory management to avoid food wastage.
- Completed kitchen cleaning close down duties at end of day, readying areas for next shift.
- Observed health and hygiene standards to minimise food contamination.
- Washed cutlery and crockery using industrial dishwashers and manual methods for pristine finish.
- 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.
- Dispensed snacks and refreshments at periodic intervals.
- Operated cash point as required, handling and recording payments.
- Trained junior staff on kitchen processes to meet food preparation standards.
- Washed, peeled and chopped vegetables to be used in dishes.
- 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.
- Prepared simple food items, freeing up cooks to focus on complex work.
- Operated mixers, cutters and special equipment following health and safety protocols.
- Used correct ingredients and ratios in preparation for different dishes.
- Completed final assemblies on dishes for service to customers.
- Measured, weighed and mixed ingredients following recipe formulae and procedures.
Education
GCSEs - English language, English literature, combined science, religious studies
St Thomas More RC College
Denton, Tameside 09.2016 - 05.2021
In house training courses - Display screen equipment, FSA Allergy training, Catering induction Fire safety, Mental health
OCS Group
Stockport, Cheshire 03.2022 -
In house training courses - Chemical competence training, Natasha's Law, Food hygiene, Manual handling, Equality and Diversity
OCS Group
Stockport, Cheshire 03.2022 -
Skills
- Simple meal assembly
- Kitchen equipment familiarity
- Baking basics
- Grilling fundamentals
- Menu planning support
- Organisational efficiency
- Special dietary requirement awareness
- Communication with chef
- Hygiene consciousness
- Sauce making
- Operate commercial appliances
- Temperature control awareness
- Portion control understanding
- Commercial kitchen workflow
- Customer Service
- High-volume dining
- Food preparation
- Stock management
- Inventory management
- Kitchen station cleanliness
- Chef support
- Temperature checking
- Good listener
- Safe food handling
- Safe food storage
- Kitchen station organisation
- Ingredient preparation
- Task prioritisation
- Clear communication
- Meal packaging and preparing
- Food storage safety
- Food storage protocol
- Food safety understanding
- High-volume meal preparation
- Health and Safety adherence
- Organised
- Fridge and freezer maintenance
- Chemical handling
- Cleaning protocols
- Food Hygiene
- Health and Safety regulations
- Large kitchen equipment
Affiliations
- Gaming and building gaming PCs
Timeline
Kitchen assistant
OCS Group UK
03.2022 - Current
In house training courses - Display screen equipment, FSA Allergy training, Catering induction Fire safety, Mental health
OCS Group
03.2022 -
In house training courses - Chemical competence training, Natasha's Law, Food hygiene, Manual handling, Equality and Diversity
OCS Group
03.2022 -
GCSEs - English language, English literature, combined science, religious studies
St Thomas More RC College
09.2016 - 05.2021
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