GIANPAOLO BAYLISS
Liverpool
Summary
Dedicated kitchen professional with expertise in waste disposal techniques, hygiene awareness, and compliance with cleanliness standards. Skilled in food preparation, safe food handling practices, and maintaining health and safety regulations. Proficient in kitchen equipment operation, maintenance, and organisation to ensure optimal efficiency. Adept at implementing waste management strategies and cleaning protocols to uphold high standards of workspace organisation. Committed to supporting culinary teams through effective communication with chefs and maintaining a well-organised kitchen environment.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work history
Kitchen assistant
Marantos
Liverpool, Merseyside
2025.01 - Current
- Maintained cleanliness throughout the kitchen for improved hygiene standards.
- Performed daily deep cleaning tasks to optimise workspace cleanliness standards.
- Adhered to health and safety regulations with careful handling of food and equipment.
- Followed safety procedures whilst using kitchen equipment to prevent accidents on duty.
- Observed health and hygiene standards to minimise food contamination.
- Carried out regular rubbish removal, mopping and sweeping, maintaining clean kitchen environments throughout service shifts.
- Thoroughly cleaned kitchen utensils, cookware, glassware and serving dishes, maintaining faultless hygiene and presentation standards.
- Kept kitchen areas clean, orderly and well-stocked for smooth service.
- Cooperated well with kitchen teams, improving workflow and raising working standards.
- Utilised storage effectively to keep kitchen equipment and supplies safely and clearly organised.
- Followed checklists to keep kitchen areas clean, stocked and sanitised.
- Cleaned refrigerators, freezers and dry storage spaces to minimise contamination.
- Washed dishes quickly after meals service to free up space in the kitchen area.
- Peeled, chopped and sliced vegetables as required by recipes, accelerating cooking times.
- Completed kitchen cleaning close down duties at end of day, readying areas for next shift.
- Unloaded deliveries promptly for immediate storage and use of fresh produce.
- Assisted in stock rotation, reducing spoilage and wastage of ingredients.
Education
NVQ Level 2 - Brick laying
The City of Liverpool College
Liverpool 2023.09 -
GCSEs - Sports studies/Music
The Academy of Saint Francis of Assisi
Liverpool 2017.09 - 2019.06
Skills
- Waste disposal techniques
- Organisational efficiency
- Cleanliness standards compliance
- Hygiene awareness
- Dishwashing efficiency
- Kitchen equipment maintenance
- Equipment handling
- Food preparation
- Health and safety regulations
- Safe food handling practices
- Cleaning protocols
- Food storage safety
- Fridge and freezer upkeep
- Waste management strategies
- Equipment cleaning and maintenance
- Organised workspace
- Kitchen station organisation
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Communication with chef
- Chemical handling
INTERESTS AND HOBBIES
I have a diverse range of interests that keep me engaged and connected with different communities. I am an avid gamer, enjoying the thrill and strategy of various video games, which not only serves as a great pastime but also sharpens my problem-solving skills and reaction times., Football is another passion of mine, whether it's playing a friendly match at the local park or supporting my favourite team; the sport instills in me a sense of teamwork and discipline., Music is a constant in my life, offering a source of relaxation and discovery as I explore various artists and genres. These activities reflect my love for engaging, collaborative, and creative experiences; and also display my dynamic personality and my ability to balance leisure with teamwork and creativity.
Timeline
Kitchen assistant
Marantos
2025.01 - Current
NVQ Level 2 - Brick laying
The City of Liverpool College
2023.09 -
GCSEs - Sports studies/Music
The Academy of Saint Francis of Assisi
2017.09 - 2019.06