katie garstang
ipswich,Suffolk
Summary
Forward-thinking professional offering more than three years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and efficient in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Chef
speedworth motor sports
ipswich, Suffolk
05.2020 - Current
- Checked freezer and refrigerator temperatures regularly, maintaining produce quality and safety.
- Monitored kitchen staff and environments to ensure appropriate safety procedures were implemented.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils, enabling safe preparation of raw produce.
- Oversaw kitchen operations for in-house dining and outside catering events, maintaining reliable, quality food service.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
Store Assistant
Tesco Extra
ipswich, Suffolk
07.2022 - 04.2023
- Maintained and replenished stock according to store merchandising layout, ensuring consistent product availability.
- Promptly identified and retrieved items in thestock room to maximize sales opportunities.
- Supported store goals by delivering promotions and upselling programs.
- Practiced safe and secure stock handling methods, reducing product damage and loss.
Waitress
Green King
ipswich, Suffolk
12.2020 - 04.2022
- Provided friendly, courteous service, maximizing positive customer satisfaction ratings.
- Performed bar closing duties, thoroughly cleaning, sanitizing, and replenishing stock.
- Created afriendly, welcoming atmosphere to encourage positive guest experiences, prolonging visits to increase profitability.
- Kept guest tables neat and tidy by regularly clearing away dirty dishes and used glasses and wiping down surfaces.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - health and social care
Suffolk New College
Ipswich 09.2020 - 06.2022
Skills
- Company quality standards
- Employee training and development
- Hospitality service expertise
- Payroll and scheduling
- Produce purchasing
- Budgeting and cost control
Timeline
Store Assistant
Tesco Extra
07.2022 - 04.2023
Waitress
Green King
12.2020 - 04.2022
NVQ Level 3 - health and social care
Suffolk New College
09.2020 - 06.2022
Chef
speedworth motor sports
05.2020 - Current
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