Raymond Brooks
Honiton ,Devon
Summary
I was a train driver and instructor for 27 years. Very much enjoyed this job but due to a subdural hematoma had to retire from the railway. There are a few gaps in my cv where I spent time awaiting a knee replacement which has since been resolved. Kitchen Assistant supporting culinary and service teams for [Number]+ years. Effective and efficient in dishwashing, sanitation, customer service and cleanliness. High-quality communication skills, providing articulate instruction and working collectively.
Driven individual with knack for teamwork and excellent organisational skills, demonstrating proficiency in food preparation and kitchen safety protocols. Strong communication and time-management abilities, ensuring smooth kitchen operations. Committed to contributing to well-coordinated and productive kitchen environment in [Desired Position] role.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work history
Kitchen assistant
Butler and Miller/ Browns
Exeter , Devon
2024.09 - 2024.11
- Cleaned utensils, achieving a more efficient work environment.
- Prepared ingredients for increased speed of cooking process.
- Ensured proper waste disposal to maintain a hygienic kitchen environment.
Various agency jobs
various agencies
Exeter, Devon
2023.02 - 2024.08
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
Kitchen porter/Breakfast Chef
St Austell Brewery
Topsham, Devon
2022.09 - 2023.01
- Streamlined workflow to reduce waiting times for serving staff.
- Ensured smooth running of the kitchen by efficiently managing waste disposal tasks.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness by washing kitchen equipment and utensils.
- Supported overall restaurant operations through effective teamwork with other staff members.
- Kept a safe working environment by following all health and safety regulations.
- Cooked breakfast for guests
Kitchen porter
Darts farm
Topsham, Devon
2021.11 - 2022.07
- Operated dishwashing machinery to maintain cleanliness in the kitchen.
- Achieved high levels of organisation with sorting and storing deliveries.
- Unloaded deliveries, stored items properly for easy accessibility.
Retail assistant
Iceland foods
Exmouth, Devon
2019.10 - 2020.09
- Assisted in stock replenishment to maintain store appearance.
- Delivered excellent customer service by answering queries and providing product information.
- Stayed updated on current promotions and new products to provide accurate information to customers.
- Followed company policies whilst handling returns and exchanges, preserving customer loyalty.
- Rotated stock periodically, reducing instances of expired or outdated inventory.
- Supported team members for improved operational efficiency.
- Handled cash register operations efficiently, minimising queue lengths at checkouts.
Kitchen porter
Woodbury Hotel
Woodbury , Devon
2018.04 - 2019.04
- Operated dishwashing machinery to maintain cleanliness in the kitchen.
- Achieved high levels of organisation with sorting and storing deliveries.
- Unloaded deliveries, stored items properly for easy accessibility.
- Supported overall restaurant operations through effective teamwork with other staff members.
Train driver instructor
London Midland
Worcester, Worcestershire
2014.09 - 2018.04
- Streamlined communication between drivers and control centres, leading to enhanced operational efficiency.
- Assessed individual progress of each learner via one-on-one reviews-pinpointing areas that needed attention.
- Briefed all personnel on updates from management meetings-keeping everyone informed about organisational changes or directives.
Train driver instructor
First Great Western
Paddington, London
1991.06 - 2014.09
- Streamlined communication between drivers and control centres, leading to enhanced operational efficiency.
- Assessed individual progress of each learner via one-on-one reviews-pinpointing areas that needed attention.
- Briefed all personnel on updates from management meetings-keeping everyone informed about organisational changes or directives.
Education
GCSEs - Geography
Greenford High School
London05.1986
GCSEs - Mathematics
Greenford High School
London05.1986
GCSEs - Sociology
Greenford High School
London05.1986
Skills
- Simple meal assembly
- Kitchen equipment familiarity
- Operate commercial appliances
- Communication with chef
- Maintain kitchen equipment
- Kitchen first aid
- Equipment handling
- Dishwashing efficiency
- Organisational efficiency
- Customer Service
- Table clearing
- Quality Control
- Just In Time stock control
- Organised
- Safe food storage
- Temperature checking
- Equipment cleaning
- Chef support
- Food preparation techniques
- Good listener
- Kitchen housekeeping
- Hygiene standards
- Food safety and rotation
- Chemical handling
- Vegetable prep
- Stock rotation
- Food Hygiene
- Clear communication
- Chef assistance
- Food safety
Timeline
Kitchen assistant
Butler and Miller/ Browns
2024.09 - 2024.11
Various agency jobs
various agencies
2023.02 - 2024.08
Kitchen porter/Breakfast Chef
St Austell Brewery
2022.09 - 2023.01
Kitchen porter
Darts farm
2021.11 - 2022.07
Retail assistant
Iceland foods
2019.10 - 2020.09
Kitchen porter
Woodbury Hotel
2018.04 - 2019.04
Train driver instructor
London Midland
2014.09 - 2018.04
Train driver instructor
First Great Western
1991.06 - 2014.09
GCSEs - Geography
Greenford High School
GCSEs - Mathematics
Greenford High School
GCSEs - Sociology
Greenford High School