Maria Vaughan
Bishop Stortford ,Hertfordshire
Summary
Hardworking and reliable individual with hands on experience in fast paced kitchen environments. Passionate about food preparation, teamwork, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organisation. Previously progressed to Team Leader level within a busy restaurant, demonstrating leadership, responsibility, and strong work ethic. Currently seeking to return to the kitchen industry to further develop skills and build a long term career.
Quick learner with a positive attitude
Willing to undertake further training and development
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work history
Airport baggage handler
Blue Handling
Stansted, Essex
2022.10 - Current
- Utilised heavy machinery to speed up baggage transit process.
- Loaded and unloaded aircrafts for efficient turnaround times.
- Demonstrated physical strength in lifting heavy bags, increasing work efficiency.
- Assist passengers to and from aircraft in professional and helpful mannerCarry out aircraft pushback procedures safely onto taxiwaysWork as part of the team in a fast paced, high pressure environmentMaintain punctuality and reliability in time sensitive operations
- Adhered strictly to health and safety guidelines, minimising workplace accidents.
Team Member / Team Leader (Final Year) Harvester
Mitchel and butler
North Weald, Essex
2016.01 - 2022.10
- Achieved efficient workflow with proper time management.
- Handled difficult customers, resulting in conflict resolution.
- Maintained high standards of food hygiene, securing customer trust.
- Assisted chefs with food preparation and plating during busy serviceCarried out pot wash duties and maintained kitchen cleanliness to high standardsPrepared desserts and supported overall kitchen operationsRotated stock and ensured proper storage following food safety proceduresCompleted delivery checks and maintained accurate stock recordsSupported and trained new starters on kitchen and frontline dutiesPromoted to Team Leader, taking on additional responsibility for organisation and team support
Skills
Food preparation and kitchen support
Stock rotation and delivery checks
Hygiene and cleanliness (food safety awareness)
Teamwork and communication
Ability to work under pressure
Training and supporting new staff
Strong work ethic and reliability
line Chef
- Baggage sorting
- Adaptability to weather conditions
- Ramp operations
- Health and Safety
Timeline
Airport baggage handler
Blue Handling
2022.10 - Current
Team Member / Team Leader (Final Year) Harvester
Mitchel and butler
2016.01 - 2022.10