Monika Kloska
Horsens,Denmark
Summary
Offering strong foundation in teamwork, creativity, and time management. Knowledgeable about food safety, customer service, and multitasking in fast-paced environments. Ready to use and develop culinary skills, organisation, and communication in a Chef role.
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Emerging photographer eager to continue training and adapting new techniques to create dynamic images. Works collaboratively and possesses exceptional communication skills. Driven to capture memorable moments to exceed client expectations.
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Enthusiastic Customer Assistant providing exceptional levels of customer care with a consistent can-do attitude. Self-motivated to greet customers and process transactions in timely and efficient manner. Expertise and enthusiasm for outfit recommendations and visual merchandising.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Chef
Wagamama
Birmingham, United Kingdom
10.2021 - 11.2024
- Improved customer satisfaction by creating innovative and appetising menu items.
- Supervised all kitchen staff to maintain high quality standards.
- Led successful catering events provided excellent dining experiences for guests.
- Streamlined kitchen operations for enhanced efficiency.
- Coordinated prep work, streamlined the cooking process.
- Orchestrated seamless kitchen service during peak hours.
- Optimised workflow processes reduced time spent on administrative tasks.
- Reduced food waste to improve profitability.
- Enhanced team productivity with effective delegation of tasks.
- Collaborated closely with suppliers, secured fresh ingredients daily.
- Set kitchen standards governing cooking procedures, garnishes and food presentation.
Photographer
self employed
Birmingham, United Kingdom
02.2018 - Current
- Enhanced client satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality photographs.
- Collaborated with clients to understand their vision for resulting in personalised photo shoots.
- Updated professional knowledge continuously attending relevant workshops or courses improving skills and techniques.
- Established strong relationships with clients based on trust and reliability leading to repeat business.
- Organised photo assignments across various locations whilst coordinating with team members efficiently.
- Offered consultation services to clients aiding them in making informed decisions regarding shoot themes and styles.
- Worked with a diverse range of subjects and models, adapting approach accordingly.
- Created strong rapport with clients during photo shoots, helping to capture individual personality in each image.
- Photographed high-quality images for both print and internet distribution.
- Performed retouching and colour correction in Adobe Lightroom for optimal results.
- Collaborated with other photographers during large-scale events.
- Scheduled meetings with clients to determine goals and expectations.
- Edited, toned, captioned and uploaded photographs for news publications.
- Collaborated closely with graphic designers during post-production process achieving desired aesthetics.
- Maintained a creative portfolio showcasing work attracting prospective clients.
- Specialised in event photography providing timely services without compromising on quality.
Customer assistant
Lidl
Birmingham, United Kingdom
03.2025 - 07.2025
- Managed high-pressure situations with ease, ensuring customer satisfaction during peak hours.
- Assisted in visual merchandising efforts, enhancing store appearance and attracting footfall.
- Handled returns and exchanges efficiently maintaining high standards of service amidst challenging situations.
- Increased sales through suggestive selling techniques.
- Monitored inventory levels routinely to avoid stock-outs or overstocking issues.
- Maintained a clean, organised workspace for the efficient operation of checkout area.
- Operated till systems smoothly, streamlining check-out process for customers.
- Assisted customers with product selection to ensure satisfaction.
- Collaborated efficiently with team members to maintain smooth store operations.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure repeat business.
- Improved customer relations by promptly addressing queries and concerns.
- Participated actively in staff meetings contributing valuable insights towards improving store performance.
- Handled cash and card payments with accuracy.
- Provided fast checkout service with high levels of customer care and transaction speed.
- Maintained sales floor stock levels through consistent monitoring and regular replenishments.
- Deep cleaned shopfloor to uphold strong hygiene and presentation standards.
- Offered prompt solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
Education
GCSEs - Cook
Zespol Szkol Ponadpostawowych
Ornontowice 09.2004 - 04.2006
Skills
- Restaurant service coordination
- Time-Efficient cooking
- Creativity in dishes
- Recipe modification
- Multitasking under pressure
- Customer feedback response
- Special dietary cooking
- Knife handling techniques
- Handling kitchen stress
- Adaptability to new recipes
- Communication with waitstaff
- International cuisine familiarity
- Portion control
- Food preparation techniques
- Customer Service
- Cultural awareness
- Cleaning and sanitizing methods
- Cooking
- Idea development
- Patience and concentration
- Outdoor photography knowledge
- Event planning capability
- Creative vision
- Photoshop lightroom familiarity
- Commercial photography expertise
- Effective networking
- Editorial photography
- Creative artistic vision
- Adobe Photoshop Lightroom CC
- Multilingual communication
- Conflict mediation
- Patience and tolerance
- Data entry accuracy
- Communication excellence
- Team player
- Cash handling
- Merchandising
- Product knowledge
- Conflict Resolution
Affiliations
- Photography
- music
- Gardening
- travelling
Accomplishments
My photos have been published in several magazines, including one from Denmark.
Languages
Polish
Fluent
English
Fluent
Timeline
Customer assistant
Lidl
03.2025 - 07.2025
Chef
Wagamama
10.2021 - 11.2024
Photographer
self employed
02.2018 - Current
GCSEs - Cook
Zespol Szkol Ponadpostawowych
09.2004 - 04.2006
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