Tracey Pearson
Swadlincote ,Derbyshire
Summary
Hardworking and enthusiastic trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success. Proactive Catering Assistant with years of expertise contributing to smooth-running of high-functioning kitchen. Meticulous in food preparation, quality standards and adherence to regulations. 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. Hard-working with strong organisational skills. Achieves company goals through exceptional planning and prioritisation.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work history
Catering assistant
Mellors
Swadlincote, Derbyshire
2023.08 - 2023.12
- Ensured cleanliness and usability of crockery, cutlery and utensils for smooth-running, high-functioning kitchen operations.
- Upheld outstanding levels of cleanliness through methodical clean-as-you-go approach.
- Applied highest standards of food safety, consistently maintaining hygiene ratings of [Number].
- Maintained skills across various kitchen roles, providing support in alternative positions during staff absences.
- Maintained high standards of food hygiene through regular checks of fridge and freezer temperatures.
- Prepared service area and kitchen equipment as directed.
- Carefully prepared ingredients in accordance with menus, portion control and agreed quality standards.
- Managed food delivery processes, maintaining efficient storage solutions and meticulous stock rotation to reduce waste.
- Loaded and unloaded silverware and dishes into and from dishwasher.
Catering assistant
Derbyshire district council
Swadlincote, Derbyshire
2015.05 - 2023.08
- Ensured cleanliness and usability of crockery, cutlery and utensils for smooth-running, high-functioning kitchen operations.
- Upheld outstanding levels of cleanliness through methodical clean-as-you-go approach.
- Applied highest standards of food safety, consistently maintaining hygiene ratings of [Number].
- Maintained skills across various kitchen roles, providing support in alternative positions during staff absences.
- Maintained high standards of food hygiene through regular checks of fridge and freezer temperatures.
- Prepared service area and kitchen equipment as directed.
- Carefully prepared ingredients in accordance with menus, portion control and agreed quality standards.
- Managed food delivery processes, maintaining efficient storage solutions and meticulous stock rotation to reduce waste.
- Closely monitored ingredients supplies, promptly ordering low-stock items to prevent service disruptions.
- Loaded and unloaded silverware and dishes into and from dishwasher.
- Stored incoming deliveries following best inventory practices.
- Minimised food waste through improved ingredients use and enhanced composting processes.
- Served food and beverages to dining guests with outstanding customer service.
Cleaner
The dragon
Willington, Derbyshire
2013.03 - 2015.06
- Organised cleaning supply closets for ease in locating necessary products.
- Followed health and safety guidelines to properly dispose of waste and toxic materials.
- Worked quickly to complete cleaning within allotted timeframes.
- Provided high-quality cleaning service at inner-city businesses locations.
- Safely stored cleaning solutions, equipment and chemicals.
- Reported breakages to supervisor.
- Correctly used colour-coded equipment.
- Used vacuum cleaners and associated accessories to clean various floor surfaces to customer specifications.
- Ensured proper, compliant handling of cleaning equipment, chemicals and materials, upholding excellent safety records.
- Restocked, refreshed and sanitised bathroom facilities.
- Communicated well with team across multiple locations.
- Polished glass, mirrors and metal items to attractive shine.
Salad maker
Morrisons
Swadlincote, Derbyshire
2006.02 - 2014.07
- Maintained immaculate shop visual standards, organising window shops and rotating food items to maintain an appetising appearance.
- Facilitated smooth shop operations, performing daily opening and closing functions such as stock counting, cashing up, replenishing stocks, [Task] and [Task].
- Processed food and beverage orders within [Number]-minute timeframe, consistently exceeding [Number]-minute waitstaff average.
- Served customers at [Number] counters simultaneously, balancing [Task] and [Task] to reduce waiting times by [Number] minutes per customer.
- Performed [Frequency] inspections on kitchen equipment, including fryers, fridges, [Type] and [Type], promptly reporting malfunctions to [Job Title] to arrange repair.
- Verified optimal food storage conditions, maintaining accurate records of refrigerator and freezer temperatures to prevent spoilage.
- Created a safe and hygienic environment for staff and customers, practising safe systems of work and strictly adhering to COSHH regulations across all tasks.
- Prepared sandwiches and salads to recipe guidelines.
Factory worker
Kip foods
Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire
1991.02 - 2006.02
- Sorted, classified and packed products by size and weight, verifying conformance to quality standards.
- Carefully loaded items for shipping, stacking securely to minimise product damage.
- Inspected goods ahead of dispatch, minimising delivery errors.
- Introduced improved picking and packing methods, successfully reducing dispatch turnaround times.
- Controlled factory equipment to exceed daily production targets.
- Successfully reduced defect rates through increased item quality checks.
- Created top-quality products by following strict standards and specifications.
Patisserie assistant
International supermarket
Swadlincote, Derbyshire
1990.01 - 1991.01
- Welcomed guests and clients in upbeat and friendly manner.
- Identified and completed tasks proactively to alleviate colleagues' workload.
- Optimised organisational workflow by flexibly catering to current business needs.
- Increased customer satisfaction by greeting visitors promptly and professionally.
Factory worker
Standard soap
Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire
1983.07 - 1989.08
Education
Skills
- Food preparation
- Food storage techniques
- Customer service
- Health and safety proficient
- Kitchen equipment
- Food assembly
- Team contribution
- Safe food handling
- High efficiency
- Cleaning procedures
Languages
English
Fluent
Timeline
Catering assistant - Mellors
2023.08 - 2023.12
Catering assistant - Derbyshire district council
2015.05 - 2023.08
Cleaner - The dragon
2013.03 - 2015.06
Salad maker - Morrisons
2006.02 - 2014.07
Factory worker - Kip foods
1991.02 - 2006.02
Patisserie assistant - International supermarket
1990.01 - 1991.01
Factory worker - Standard soap
1983.07 - 1989.08
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