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Irene Babiyre

Summary

Dedicated culinary professional with expertise in food plating artistry and a strong commitment to cleanliness. Demonstrates exceptional organisational efficiency and hygiene consciousness, ensuring optimal kitchen operations. A quick learner with proven teamwork and time management skills, seeking to contribute to a dynamic culinary team while further enhancing culinary expertise.

Dedicated Kitchen Assistant offering several years of experience.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work history

Kitchen assistant

Olive Dining
London, Greater London
09.2025 - Current
  • Contributed to team communication, resulting in better workflow efficiency.
  • Cleaned utensils, achieving a more efficient work environment.
  • Stored ingredients properly, extending their freshness dates significantly.
  • Supported head chef in creating new menu items to diversify restaurant offerings.
  • Helped in the plating of dishes for enhanced visual appeal and presentation.
  • Followed safety procedures whilst using kitchen equipment to prevent accidents on duty.
  • Utilised storage effectively to keep kitchen equipment and supplies safely and clearly organised.
  • Assisted in preparation of meals to exact recipes.

Kitchen assistant

Aspens
London, Greater London
09.2020 - 08.2025
  • Followed checklists to keep kitchen areas clean, stocked and sanitised.
  • Assisted chefs with preparing and presenting food, employing meticulous attention to detail and quality standards.
  • Collected, washed and sanitised dishes and cooking utensils.
  • Adhered to health and safety regulations with careful handling of food and equipment.
  • Contributed to team communication, resulting in better workflow efficiency.

Kitchen assistant

Olive dining
London
09.2018 - 09.2020
  • Maintained cleanliness throughout the kitchen for improved hygiene standards.
  • Stored ingredients properly, extending their freshness dates significantly.
  • Washed dishes quickly after meals service to free up space in the kitchen area.
  • Adhered to health and safety regulations with careful handling of food and equipment.
  • Helped in the plating of dishes for enhanced visual appeal and presentation.
  • Contributed to team communication, resulting in better workflow efficiency.
  • Peeled, chopped and sliced vegetables as required by recipes, accelerating cooking times.

Kitchen staff member

waltham forest
Leyton, Waltham Forest
01.2006 - 08.2018
  • Handled all foods, storage and cleaning activities in accordance with sanitary procedures.
  • Cleaned utensils and equipment to maintain hygiene standards.
  • Utilised knife skills, improving precision and reducing waste.
  • Maintained refrigerator temperature logs, ensuring food safety regulations were met.

Education

NVQ Level 2 - Food safety & Catering

Learn More Network
London
05.2024 -

Skills

  • Food plating artistry
  • Organisational efficiency
  • Cleanliness standards compliance
  • Hygiene consciousness
  • Teamwork
  • Time management
  • Quick learner

Affiliations

  • Cooking
  • Cleaning
  • Swimming
  • Watching sports

Timeline

Kitchen assistant

Olive Dining
09.2025 - Current

NVQ Level 2 - Food safety & Catering

Learn More Network
05.2024 -

Kitchen assistant

Aspens
09.2020 - 08.2025

Kitchen assistant

Olive dining
09.2018 - 09.2020

Kitchen staff member

waltham forest
01.2006 - 08.2018
Irene Babiyre