Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
References
Accomplishments
Timeline
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Nicola Selbie

Aberdeen,ABE

Summary

Dedicated professional with a strong foundation in organisational skills, problem solving, and communication. Demonstrates expertise in menu creation and compliance with sanitation standards, ensuring adherence to special dietary requirements. Proven ability to handle cash efficiently while multitasking in fast-paced environments. Committed to maintaining a hardworking mentality and seeking opportunities to further develop culinary management skills.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Cook

Summers Nursery
2020.10 - 2026.05
  • Participated in menu planning, considering nursery budget, seasonal foods, and dietary requirements of children.
  • Maintained hygiene and cleanliness standards in kitchen in line with environmental health regulations.
  • Cleaned all dishes using dishwasher and organised storage.
  • Ordered weekly food supplies and coordinated deliveries from butchers.
  • Completed daily and weekly cleaning tasks.
  • Following weekly menus preparing nutritious family style meals and snacks

Receptionist/Administrator

Gibson Opticians
2015.10 - 2020.10
  • Greet patients and customers with warmth.
  • Answered over 50 telephone calls daily in a professional manner.
  • Assist in managing diary and keeping records current.
  • Support office administration through email handling.
  • Process direct debits and accept payments.
  • Perform cashing up of till at end of each shift.
  • Aid team in opening and closing shop.

Cook/host/waitress

Sweet Mammas Kitchen
2016.10 - 2018.04
  • Assisted with food preparation including sandwiches and baked goods.
  • Operated coffee machine to prepare beverages.
  • Supported daily operations by following cooking safety guidelines.
  • Greeted and served customers in friendly manner.
  • Processed supply orders and helped prepare rotas using computer systems.
  • Collaborated with suppliers to ensure timely ingredient delivery.
  • Devised creative ways to use seasonal produce in daily menus.

Cook

Cammies of Cammachmore
2012.06 - 2015.05
  • Assisted with workstation setup and stocked necessary supplies.
  • Prepared food for service by chopping vegetables, butchering meat, and making sauces.
  • Created daily specials to enhance menu variety.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to cook menu items efficiently.
  • Followed directions from executive or sous chef accurately.
  • Cleaned workstations and managed leftover food appropriately.
  • Supported inventory management processes effectively.
  • Ensured timely delivery of high-quality food.
  • Complied with nutrition, sanitation, and safety regulations.
  • Maintained positive attitude with co-workers and customers.

Helped manage kitchen staff and scheduled rotas for upcoming weeks.

Waitress

Cammies of Cammachmore
2012.04 - 2012.06
  • Welcomed customers warmly and ensured timely service.
  • Assisted in serving food courses and drinks to guests promptly.
  • Operated coffee machine to prepare beverages.
  • Poured alcoholic drinks for customers.
  • Addressed menu queries and provided recommendations as needed.
  • Checked on guest satisfaction consistently to foster pleasant dining atmosphere.

Receptionist

Leiths (Scotland) Ltd
2009.10 - 2012.02
  • Oversaw visitor engagement by greeting and directing arrivals in professional manner.
  • Facilitated efficient communication by answering and screening incoming phone calls, providing essential information.
  • Managed daily mail and deliveries, ensuring compliance with security procedures and access control.
  • Coordinated appointment calendars and organised meetings to optimise time management.
  • Executed various clerical responsibilities, including filing and document reproduction, to support office operations.

Education

Standard grades -

Kincorth Academy
1995.07 - 1999.06

Skills

  • Organizational skills
  • Problem solving
  • Communication skills
  • Menu creation
  • Sanitation standards compliance
  • Special dietary requirements
  • Cash handling
  • Multitasking efficiency
  • Hardworking mentality

References

On request

Accomplishments

  • Level 2 food safety and hygiene for catering
  • Allergen awareness
  • Food safety cross contamination
  • COSHH essentials
  • Infection prevention and control
  • Manual Handling

Timeline

Cook

Summers Nursery
2020.10 - 2026.05

Cook/host/waitress

Sweet Mammas Kitchen
2016.10 - 2018.04

Receptionist/Administrator

Gibson Opticians
2015.10 - 2020.10

Cook

Cammies of Cammachmore
2012.06 - 2015.05

Waitress

Cammies of Cammachmore
2012.04 - 2012.06

Receptionist

Leiths (Scotland) Ltd
2009.10 - 2012.02

Standard grades -

Kincorth Academy
1995.07 - 1999.06
Nicola Selbie