Michael Hugh Thom
EDINBURGH,Midlothian
Summary
Dedicated maintenance professional with expertise in small repairs and sanitation. Proficient in using cleaning chemicals and operating sanitation equipment. Demonstrates reliability and multitasking skills to ensure efficient delivery load management. Familiar with commercial kitchen equipment, committed to high standards of cleanliness and functionality.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Kitchen porter
Port of Leith Distillery
Edinburgh, Midlothian
2024.01 - Current
- Performed general cleaning duties to maintain hygiene standards across kitchen and dining areas.
- Assisted cooks with preparation tasks to ensure efficient meal service.
- Emptied and cleaned grease trap to uphold safety and sanitation regulations.
Kitchen porter
Miller & Carter
EDINBURGH, Midlothian
2017.01 - 2024.01
- Actively contributed towards keeping cooking areas pest-free through regular cleaning duties.
- Cleaned work surfaces, ensured hygiene standards were met.
- Supported overall restaurant operations through effective teamwork with other staff members.
Kitchen porter
Royal Overseas Hotel
Edinburgh, Midlothian
2016.01 - 2017.01
- Executed general cleaning tasks, including washing plates, cutlery, and pots.
- Assisted in emptying and cleaning grease traps and fryers.
- Performed night porter duties, ensuring smooth operations overnight.
Kitchen Porter
Raeburn Hotel
Edinburgh
2016.01 - 2017.01
- Ensured smooth running of the kitchen by efficiently managing waste disposal tasks.
- Assisted in stock rotation tasks; maintained accurate inventory count.
- Swept and mopped floors at end of shifts to ensure tidy workspace next day.
Kitchen Porter
Malison Restaurant
Edinburgh, Midlothian
2015.01 - 2016.01
- Unloaded deliveries, stored items properly for easy accessibility.
- Followed established procedures for handling special cleaning solutions in order to protect self and others from harm.
- Completed deep cleaning tasks as instructed by supervising chef or manager.
Butchers Assistant (part-time)
Matheson Butchers
Edinburgh
2005.01 - 2017.01
- Ensured optimal freshness of meat products by conducting regular quality checks.
- Organised display cases to enhance product visibility and appeal.
- Handled complex tasks like deboning animal carcasses; provided custom cuts upon request.
Education
GCSEs -
Jewel and Esk College
Edinburgh 2004.01 - 2006.01
Skills
- Maintenance and small repairs
- Use of cleaning chemicals
- Punctuality and reliability
- Multitasking capability
- Commercial kitchen equipment familiarity
- Breakdown of delivery loads
- Operation of sanitation equipment
References
- Alistair, Fitch, General Manager, 07791 637553, Miller & Carter Steakhouse
- Mary, Davidson, Convener, 07714 186754, Christian Aid Edinburgh
Hobbies & Interest
Running (ran 2 marathons), Working for Christian Aid (04- present), Dog owner
Timeline
Kitchen porter
Port of Leith Distillery
2024.01 - Current
Kitchen porter
Miller & Carter
2017.01 - 2024.01
Kitchen porter
Royal Overseas Hotel
2016.01 - 2017.01
Kitchen Porter
Raeburn Hotel
2016.01 - 2017.01
Kitchen Porter
Malison Restaurant
2015.01 - 2016.01
Butchers Assistant (part-time)
Matheson Butchers
2005.01 - 2017.01
GCSEs -
Jewel and Esk College
2004.01 - 2006.01