Summary
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Skills
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Salma Talib

Summary

Dedicated and reliable Kitchen Manager with over 10 years of experience in catering and food service environments. Experienced in supervising staff, managing stock, organising workloads and maintaining high standards of health, safety and food hygiene. Strong communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills developed through working in a busy infant school setting. Seeking to transfer leadership, organisational and stock management experience into a retail role.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Kitchen Manager

HCL Catering
09.2025 - 05.2026
  • Managed the daily operation of a busy school kitchen, ensuring meals were prepared and served efficiently.
  • Supervised kitchen staff, organised rotas and delegated tasks to maintain smooth service.
  • Managed stock levels, completed inventory checks and ordered supplies to minimise shortages and reduce waste.
  • Ensured compliance with food safety, health and safety, and safeguarding procedures at all times.
  • Maintained high standards of food quality, cleanliness and organisation through regular inspections and monitoring.

Assistant Cook

HCL Catering
09.2023 - 02.2025
  • Helped chefs prepare and plate meals, completing following chef instructions and set recipes.
  • Followed food hygiene, kitchen procedures and preparation regulations when working within kitchen environments and handling food.
  • Maintained a clean and organised workstation, enabling efficient food preparation and service.

General Kitchen Assistant

HCL Catering
02.2014 - 04.2023
  • Managed kitchen cleaning duties to keep all areas and workstations organised, well-stocked and free from hazards.
  • Handled cleaning chemicals in line with safe use guidance.
  • Assisted in the preparation of basic food items under chef supervision, adhering to recipes and quality standards.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organisation of kitchen stations and storage areas.

Education

GCSEs - Maths 4 English 4

Westfield Academy
Watford
1996 - 2000

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Stock control & Inve Management
  • Organisation and Planning
  • Problem Solving
  • Time Management
  • Teamwork
  • Health & Safety compliance
  • Safeguarding Awareness
  • Food Hygiene & Safety

Certification

  • Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate
  • Safeguarding Training
  • Driving Licence

Timeline

Kitchen Manager

HCL Catering
09.2025 - 05.2026

Assistant Cook

HCL Catering
09.2023 - 02.2025

General Kitchen Assistant

HCL Catering
02.2014 - 04.2023

GCSEs - Maths 4 English 4

Westfield Academy
1996 - 2000
Salma Talib