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Sukanya Wood

Stoke-on-Trent,Staffordshire

Summary

A calm and composed professional with Multilingual Skills,

Loyal employee with keenness to learn new skills. I am 41 years old, fit, active and can work on my own initiative or as a team player,

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

City catering

Stoke-On-Trent City Council
Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire
03.2020 - Current
  • 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.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Upheld presentation standards by arranging food items attractively on serving trays and tables.
  • Ensured freshness of ingredients by properly storing them according to food hygiene standards.
  • Supported head chef in meal planning and menu development to cater to various tastes and dietary needs.
  • Enhanced customer experience by promptly addressing queries and complaints.
  • Assisted in training new staff members, fostering a supportive work environment.
  • Maintained cleanliness of kitchen area to ensure health and safety regulations were met.
  • Executed food preparation tasks efficiently to meet dining deadlines.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of dietary restrictions by preparing suitable alternatives as needed.
  • Adhered to portion control guidelines whilst serving meals, maintaining cost effectiveness.
  • Provided excellent customer service, ensuring guest satisfaction.
  • Coordinated with suppliers for timely delivery of fresh produce contributing towards seamless kitchen operations.
  • Collaborated with other team members for smooth catering operations during events.
  • Implemented hygiene protocols throughout daily duties ensuring safe food handling.
  • Served food and beverages to dining guests with outstanding customer service.
  • Cleaned preparation areas thoroughly to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Addressed customer questions and concerns with knowledge of menu items, ingredients and allergens.
  • Prepared service area and kitchen equipment as directed.
  • Maintained high standards of food hygiene through regular checks of fridge and freezer temperatures.
  • Maintained skills across various kitchen roles, providing support in alternative positions during staff absences.
  • Upheld outstanding levels of cleanliness through methodical clean-as-you-go approach.
  • Managed food delivery processes, maintaining efficient storage solutions and meticulous stock rotation to reduce waste.
  • Ensured cleanliness and usability of crockery, cutlery and utensils for smooth-running, high-functioning kitchen operations.
  • Mastered skills across various kitchen roles, providing support in alternative positions during staff absences.
  • Carefully prepared ingredients in accordance with menus, portion control and agreed quality standards.
  • Inspected kitchen equipment and tools, promptly reporting malfunctions to prevent inefficiencies.
  • Carefully prepared ingredients based on menus, portion control and agreed quality standards.
  • Stored clean tableware, platters and chaffing dishes in designated areas after each catering event.
  • Followed prescribed methods of portioning and presentation, consistently meeting customer expectations.
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills whilst liaising with other hotel departments to fulfil guest requirements.
  • Prioritised tasks efficiently handling multiple assignments simultaneously without compromising quality.
  • Reported maintenance issues promptly facilitating quick repairs and minimal inconvenience for guests.
  • Ensured comfort of hotel guests by providing efficient room service delivery.
  • Collaborated harmoniously with team members working collectively towards shared goals.
  • Handled requests for extra amenities promptly, ensuring guest satisfaction.
  • Delivered prompt and efficient laundry service to contribute to overall positive guest experience.
  • Exhibited proficiency in time management by completing assigned duties within deadlines.
  • Provided swift response to emergency situations demonstrating calmness and professionalism under pressure.
  • Replenished minibar items swiftly as needed ensuring uninterrupted availability for guests.
  • Adhered strictly to lost-and-found procedures, contributing towards operational integrity of the establishment.
  • Assisted in the improvement of housekeeping processes for better efficiency.
  • Promoted a hygienic environment through thorough cleaning of bathrooms, changing linens, and vacuuming floors regularly.
  • Managed inventory of room supplies effectively, minimising waste and unnecessary expenditure.
  • Maintained exceptional cleanliness in guest rooms by diligently performing daily cleaning tasks.
  • Observed strict compliance with hotel's security protocols reinforcing overall safety standards.
  • Participated proactively in training sessions to improve professional skills continuously.
  • Utilised proper chemicals and supplies for cleaning tasks, adhering strictly to safety regulations.
  • Achieved high customer satisfaction with meticulous attention to detail during room preparation.
  • Cultivated a welcoming atmosphere by preparing rooms prior to guest arrival meticulously.
  • Reported maintenance issues for prompt resolution.
  • Welcomed guests, answered questions and anticipated service needs, maintaining excellent customer satisfaction.
  • Secured guest rooms after performing housekeeping services.
  • Identified cleaning efficiencies to reduce average room preparation times.
  • Trained new room attendants on company policies and cleaning procedures.
  • Delivered extra linen and toiletries to meet guest needs.
  • Reported on check-outs and room vacancies to maintain accurate occupancy records.
  • Inspected rooms to assess cleaning and repair needs between guest stays.
  • Stocked trollies to maintain stable cleaning supplies.
  • Prioritised tasks to consistently meet room readiness upon guest check-in.
  • Cleaned 22 room hotel to achieve immaculate presentation and hygiene.
  • Vacuumed and dusted reception areas and walkways.
  • Addressed guests' problems and fulfilled special requests.
  • Cleared and organised Back of House areas to minimise accident risks.
  • Resolved guest queries in line with service standards and protocols.
  • Completed smooth housekeeping with exceptional planning and quality assurance.
  • Sanitised bathrooms to uphold strict hygiene and infection control procedures.
  • Delivered outstanding service to boost customer retention and referrals.
  • Expertly operated cleaning equipment to fulfil time targets.
  • Followed health and safety standards governing correct use of chemicals.
  • Removed used towels and bedding, replaced with new and reset spaces to professional standards.
  • Cleaned surfaces to preserve professional standards and minimise infection risks.
  • Kept floors clean with regular sweeping, vacuuming and mopping.
  • Restocked, cleaned and sanitised bathroom spaces for optimum appearance and functionality.

Education

None

Skills

  • Calm under pressure
  • Problem-solving
  • Leadership
  • Multilingual

Certification

I have a level 2 hygiene certificate and a current DBS certificate (February 2025)

Timeline

City catering

Stoke-On-Trent City Council
03.2020 - Current

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Sukanya Wood