- I enjoy indoor entertainment like watching movies and listening to Afro-African music
- I find interest in driving and riding a bike
- I enjoy teamwork to achieve company or business goals
JOLOMI AWANI
LONDON,LONDON
Summary
Bringing a strong foundation in teamwork and communication, paired with a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organisation. Quick to adapt and always eager to learn, ensuring efficient support in kitchen operations. With a friendly and approachable nature, collaborating seamlessly with colleagues to create a smooth workflow.
Committed kitchen support professional working proactively and productively to meet busy restaurant demands. Takes instructions well, completing tasks quickly and accurately. Skilled in collaborating with team members to smoothly handle food preparation work.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Porter
Blue Arrow
01.2010 - 04.2017
- Demonstrated commitment to punctuality by consistently arriving on time and fulfilling responsibilities.
- Maintained cleanliness and organisation of kitchen station and storage areas to ensure efficient food preparation.
- Handled glassware and fragile items with meticulous attention to prevent damage and breakage.
- Maintained pristine workspaces through regular removal of rubbish and recycling.
- Ensured all utensils, dishes, and glasses remained pristine and ready for customer use.
- Maintained hygiene standards by meticulously cleaning kitchen floors and surfaces.
- Disposed of kitchen waste and recycling to promote environmental sustainability.
- Maintained high levels of kitchen hygiene by implementing rigorous cleaning protocols for surfaces and equipment.
- Eliminated waste and excess food to maintain organised and clean workspaces.
- Organised kitchen stations and storage areas to ensure high standards of cleanliness.
- Assisted chefs during busy periods to ensure efficient meal preparation and timely delivery.
- Provided assistance in setting up and clearing down the kitchen before and after service hours.
- Handled glassware and fragile items with care to prevent damage and breakage.
Food Service Assistant
Sodexo
04.2013 - 09.2016
- Maintained safe hygiene and food handling standards for full compliance.
- Supported team members during rush hours, demonstrating flexibility and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.
- Delivered friendly and fast service to process high-volume food and drink orders at peak times.
- Ensured all service equipment was maintained and in good working order, reporting any faults for prompt repair.
- Served meals and drinks with professionalism and care, ensuring timely delivery to maintain high standards of service.
- Prepared and served high-quality food items to customers, adhering to strict hygiene standards.
- Ensured the entire worksite was kept clean at all times.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate timely food preparation and delivery, improving service flow.
- Removed discarded trash and used dishes from customer tables.
- Maintained cleanliness and organisation of the dining area, kitchen, and storage facilities to meet health and safety regulations.
- Collaborated with kitchen and bar staff to ensure smooth operation and quick resolution of any service delays.
- Monitored expiry dates of food items, reducing waste by strategically utilising ingredients near expiration.
- Maintained cleanliness and organisation in dining and service areas, adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Completed daily opening and closing checklists to maintain standards and ready dining rooms for service.
Education
QCF Level 3 - Diploma in Business
01-2018
- Coursework ( The Business Environment)
- Business Resources
- Introduction to marketing
- Supporting Business Activities
- Understanding Retailing
- Starting a small business
- Business and the Economic Environment
- Business, Markets abd the Economy
Level 1 diploma - Professional Cookery
01-2015
- Coursework in Introduction to Employability in Hospitality and Catering
- Health and safety awareness for catering and hospitality
- introduction to kitchen equipment
- Prepare and cook food by boiling, poaching, and steaming
- Prepare and cook food by stewing, braising
- Prepare and cook food by baking, roasting, and grilling
- Prepare and cook food by deep frying and shallow frying
- regeneration of pre-prepared food
- cold food preparation
- Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering
Skills
- Food safety
- Equipment maintenance
- Order processing
- Waste management
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Customer service
- Cleaning protocols
- Hygiene compliance
- Meal preparation
- Clear communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Good communication
- Workplace cleanliness
- Following instructions
- Health and Safety
- Dishwashing proficiency
- Reliability
- Kitchen station cleanliness
- Team player
- Equipment cleaning
- Good listener
- Food Hygiene
- Self-disciplined
- Safety awareness
- Hygiene consciousness
- Multitasking proficiency
- Kitchen housekeeping
- Safe food handling
- Cleaning techniques
- Safe food storage
- Fresh food preparation
- Awareness of food allergens
- Surface cleaning
- Equipment care
- Food preparation and safety
- Meal packaging and preparing
- Table clearing
- Health and safety protocols
- Chef support
- Cleanliness standards
- Kitchen equipment familiarity
- High energy levels
- Respectful collaboration
- Commercial dishwasher operation
- Table service
- Basic computer literacy
- Stocking and replenishing
- Kitchen station support
- Waste disposal procedures
- Vegetable peeling
- Food safety understanding
Certification
- [Type] Licence
- Level [Number] [Area of certification]
- [Area of certification] certified
Interests
Accomplishments
Over the past 1 year, I have understood the opportunity to invest in Stoke and share in investments that can build wealth for my retirement over the next 10 years.
Timeline
Food Service Assistant - Sodexo
04.2013 - 09.2016
Kitchen Porter - Blue Arrow
01.2010 - 04.2017
Encompass Development LTD, Pearson Btec level 3 - QCF Level 3, Diploma in Business
Ealing, Hammersmith & West London College - Level 1 diploma, Professional Cookery