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Michelle Leonard

walsall,westmidlands

Summary

Hardworking and enthusiastic [Job Title] trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success.

Passionate Catering Assistant with expertise in high quality [Type] preparations. Diligent in ensuring optimum food and safety hygiene, meeting quality standards and providing a can-do attitude to any task.

Proactive Catering Assistant with [Number] years of expertise contributing to smooth-running of high-functioning kitchen. Meticulous in food preparation, quality standards and adherence to [Type] regulations.

Offering strong teamwork and customer service skills. Knowledgeable about food safety and hygiene practices, with eye for detail and positive attitude. Ready to use and develop communication, organisation, and multitasking skills in [Desired Position] role.

Dependable [Job Title] ready to assist with diverse kitchen tasks. Skilled in following directions to handle supplies, ingredients and cleaning work. Manages time well and flexes easily between different requirements to meet demand.

Loyal employee with solid understanding of training and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion.

Energetic employee well-versed in strong communication and organisation skills. Seeks solutions to problems and applies extensive analytical knowledge to findings. Adept at multi-tasking, leading group discussions and managing projects.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work history

catering assitant

shropshire council /whetstone primary school
shropshire
01.2022 - 12.2024
  • Collaborated with other team members for smooth catering operations during events.
  • Adhered to portion control guidelines whilst serving meals, maintaining cost effectiveness.
  • Maintained cleanliness of kitchen area to ensure health and safety regulations were met.

Assistant catering manager

aldridge school
Aldridge, Walsall
05.2007 - 12.2014
  • Facilitated communication between kitchen and serving staff, improving overall service delivery.
  • Supervised food preparation, ensuring meals were prepared according to recipe guidelines.
  • Organised catering staff for efficient service during peak hours.
  • Upheld strict hygiene standards within kitchen area to ensure food safety.
  • Monitored equipment usage, reducing unnecessary wear and tear through proper care.
  • Collaborated with head chef to create innovative dishes for special events.

cleaner

frank f harrison
Walsall
01.2004 - 05.2007
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and hygiene by thorough daily dusting and hoovering.
  • Upheld privacy regulations whilst carrying out duties in sensitive areas such as hospital wards or care homes.
  • Kept communal areas tidy and well-organised for optimal functionality.
  • Took on additional responsibilities during staff shortages demonstrating flexibility and commitment.
  • Managed rubbish removal efficiently, ensuring waste was properly sorted for recycling or disposal.
  • Achieved a sparkling finish for glass surfaces by using appropriate cleaning materials.
  • Secured premises at end of shift, ensuring safety of all areas.
  • Promoted good maintenance habits amongst team members through regular training sessions.
  • Assisted with seasonal deep cleans, contributing towards a fresher environment after periods of heavy use.
  • Worked quickly to complete cleaning within allotted timeframes.
  • Used vacuum cleaners and associated accessories to clean various floor surfaces to customer specifications.
  • Scrubbed and sanitised toilets, sinks and kitchen fixtures for high quality finish.
  • Safely stored cleaning solutions, equipment and chemicals.
  • Spot cleaned and sanitised high-touch areas.

Education

GCSEs -

tp riley
walsall

Skills

  • Kitchen cleaning procedures
  • Food plating techniques
  • Empathy towards customers
  • Beverage pairing understanding
  • Nutritional knowledge
  • Professional composure
  • Maintaining professional appearance
  • Customer satisfaction focus
  • Food safety standards compliance
  • Personal hygiene awareness
  • Commercial kitchen equipment operation
  • Team player
  • Customer Service
  • Food preparation
  • Food Hygiene
  • Food storage techniques
  • Kitchen equipment
  • Health and safety training
  • HACCP regulatory knowledge
  • Strict hygiene practices
  • Safety consciousness
  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Multitasking

Affiliations

  • decorating
  • walking
  • home improvements

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

catering assitant

shropshire council /whetstone primary school
01.2022 - 12.2024

Assistant catering manager

aldridge school
05.2007 - 12.2014

cleaner

frank f harrison
01.2004 - 05.2007

GCSEs -

tp riley
Michelle Leonard