Ngaakudzwe Mandikonza
Abedeenshire,United Kingdom
Summary
Energetic Kitchen Assistant recognised for maintaining cleanliness and adhering to food safety standards. Skilled in preparing ingredients, assisting chefs, and ensuring smooth kitchen operations. Contributed to 30% reduction in food waste through careful stock management and timely preparation. Hardworking kitchen team member always ready to assist with diverse needs. Helps keep kitchen clean, stocked and organised for fast-paced demands. Trained in health, safety and best practices for kitchen support.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work history
Kitchen assistant
Healthcare Homes
Ellon, Aberdeenshire
10.2024 - Current
- Contributed to team communication, resulting in better workflow efficiency and improved social skills .
- Washed dishes quickly after meals service to free up space in the kitchen area.
- Maintained cleanliness throughout the kitchen for improved hygiene standards.
- Kept kitchen areas clean, orderly and well-stocked for smooth service.
- Used kitchen equipment as instructed and to safety protocols.
- Adhered to health and safety regulations with careful handling of food and equipment to prevent contamination of food
- Peeled, chopped and sliced vegetables as required by recipes, accelerating cooking times.
- Performed daily deep cleaning tasks to optimise workspace cleanliness standards.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by assisting in food preparation tasks.
Education
GCSEs - science
Ellon Academy
Aberdeen, Aberdeen City 05.2024 - 06.2025
Skills
- Hygiene consciousness
- Respectful collaboration
- Equipment handling
- Organisational efficiency
- Customer Service
- Food preparation
- Inventory management
- Basic computer literacy
- Physical stamina
- Task prioritisation
- Equipment cleaning
- Large kitchen equipment
- Composure under pressure
- Health and Safety adherence
- Allergen management
Affiliations
- playing rugby , football , interested in nature ,
- socialising
- athletics
Languages
English
Intermediate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Kitchen assistant
Healthcare Homes
10.2024 - Current
GCSEs - science
Ellon Academy
05.2024 - 06.2025
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