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Maria  Silva

Maria Silva

Hanley,Stoke-on-Trent

Summary

Team-orientated professional offering more than 2 years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and efficient in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Excellent and proven teamwork skills.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work history

Chef

Chiquito (TRG)
Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent
05.2021 - 08.2023


  • Utilised proper cleaning techniques to sanitise counters and utensils, enabling safe preparation of raw produce.
  • Maintained strict food health, hygiene and safety standards for ongoing kitchen compliance.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator temperatures regularly, maintaining produce quality and safety.
  • Prevented allergen cross-contamination through meticulous food preparation, cooking and plating.
  • Cleaned and serviced kitchen appliances, maintaining good working order of grills, stoves and ovens.
  • Handled and stored food with proper methods to eliminate illness risks and prevent cross-contamination.

Retail store assistant

Two Dots
Lisbon, Portugal
09.2019 - 03.2020
  • Oversaw accurate labelling and packaging of stock.
  • Assisted customers with product selection and sales, recommending items to increase transaction value.
  • Resolved complaints and product refunds with care and professionalism, maintaining customer satisfaction.
  • Replenished sales floor stock regularly to maximise customer purchases.
  • Maintained clean and orderly checkout area to meet store presentation standards.
  • Operated and maintained cash registers with sufficient cash floats.

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - Social Science and Law

Stoke on Trent College
Stoke-on-Trent
09.2022 - 07.2023

Bachelor of Science - Criminology

Staffordshire University
Stoke-on-Trent
09.2023 -

Skills

  • Kitchen sanitation procedures

Timeline

Bachelor of Science - Criminology

Staffordshire University
09.2023 -

Diploma of Higher Education - Social Science and Law

Stoke on Trent College
09.2022 - 07.2023

Chef

Chiquito (TRG)
05.2021 - 08.2023

Retail store assistant

Two Dots
09.2019 - 03.2020
Maria Silva