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Kai Wheal

Falkirk,Stirlingshire

Summary

A detail-oriented professional with expertise in food safety, hygiene practices, and health and safety regulations. Skilled in infographics creation, web graphics design, typography, and print production processes, complemented by strong organisational efficiency and task prioritisation abilities. Proficient in stock management and web design, with certifications in food safety and hygiene training as well as CPR and first aid. Dedicated to maintaining high standards of workplace hygiene while contributing to visually impactful designs and efficient operational workflows.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work history

Kitchen Assistant

Dryburgh Abbey Hotel
Saint Boswells, The Scottish Borders
08.2021 - 07.2023
  • Followed safety procedures whilst using kitchen equipment to prevent accidents on duty.
  • Stored ingredients properly, extending their freshness dates significantly.
  • Washed dishes quickly after meals service to free up space in the kitchen area.
  • Assisted in stock rotation, reducing spoilage and wastage of ingredients.
  • Assisted chefs with meal preparations for smoother service during peak hours.
  • Peeled, chopped and sliced vegetables as required by recipes, accelerating cooking times.
  • Improved kitchen efficiency by assisting in food preparation tasks.
  • Contributed to team communication, resulting in better workflow efficiency.

Cafe worker

Borders College
Galashiels, The Scottish Borders
08.2022 - 06.2023
  • Engaged with customers in a polite manner, fostering a welcoming environment.
  • Ensured cleanliness of cafe premises by performing regular cleaning duties.
  • Utilised up-selling techniques for increased revenue generation.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food preparation.
  • Followed all cafe policies and procedures diligently for consistency in service quality.
  • Supported other team members during peak hours for smooth operations.

Warehouse packer

Border Embroidery
Greenlaw, The Scottish Borders
07.2021 - 06.2022
  • Prepared shipping labels correctly for seamless delivery process.
  • Checked goods for defects before packing, ensuring high quality control standards.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency with meticulous arrangement of packed goods.
  • Promoted cleanliness within the workspace, enhanced working conditions for colleagues.
  • Managed packing schedules effectively to meet delivery deadlines.
  • Coordinated with team members, improved overall productivity levels.
  • Assisted in stock counting for accurate inventory management.

Education

Higher National Diploma - Graphic Design and Visual Communications

City of Glasgow College
Glasgow
08.2023 -

Certificate of Higher Education - Hospitality

Borders College
Galashiels
08.2022 - 06.2023

Higher - English, Music, Fashion Textiles, Music and geography

Earlston High School
Earlston, The Scottish Borders
08.2021 - 06.2022

National 5 - Maths, English, Geography, Music, Biology and Fashion Textiles

Earlston High School
Earlston, The Scottish Borders
08.2020 - 06.2021

Skills

  • Food Safety and Hygiene Training Certificate
  • CPR and first aid training
  • Kitchen first aid
  • Hygiene consciousness
  • Infographics creation
  • Web graphics expertise
  • Organisational efficiency
  • Proficient in Adobe XD
  • Print production knowledge
  • Stock management
  • Web design experience
  • Task prioritisation
  • Health and Safety regulations
  • Typography knowledge

Affiliations

  • Trumpet, Guitar, bass guitar and ukulele
  • Music, art and photography
  • Ice skating, hockey, netball and swimming
  • Team based accuracy games
  • Rock climbing

Accomplishments

    As part of Explorers, I completed my bronze Duke of Edinburgh award alongside young leader training. This included getting a CPR and first aid training certificate as well as volunteering as a young leader for a local Cubs group, planning and organising sessions, assisting other leaders and always being aware of necessary safeguarding to provide a safe space for the children.

    I achieved many awards in sports such as swimming and ice skating, progressing greatly in these areas and becoming a tutor in training in affiliation with my local ice rink.

    Additionally, I am passionate about graphic design, excelling in typography, website design and infographics and working towards creating my own website to showcase my passion and skills.

Timeline

Higher National Diploma - Graphic Design and Visual Communications

City of Glasgow College
08.2023 -

Cafe worker

Borders College
08.2022 - 06.2023

Certificate of Higher Education - Hospitality

Borders College
08.2022 - 06.2023

Kitchen Assistant

Dryburgh Abbey Hotel
08.2021 - 07.2023

Higher - English, Music, Fashion Textiles, Music and geography

Earlston High School
08.2021 - 06.2022

Warehouse packer

Border Embroidery
07.2021 - 06.2022

National 5 - Maths, English, Geography, Music, Biology and Fashion Textiles

Earlston High School
08.2020 - 06.2021
Kai Wheal