Summary
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Vishal Taank

London

Summary

Dedicated professional with strong communication skills and a flexible, caring attitude. Over six years of experience in catering, care work, and retail operations. Proven ability to adapt quickly to new systems and roles, excelling in both team environments and independent settings.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work history

Trainee chef

The case is altered
Eastcote, Hillingdon
01.2026 - 02.2026
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency with strict adherence to health and safety regulations.
  • Studied several baking techniques under expert supervision leading to better baked goods.
  • Followed detailed instructions accurately for consistent dish preparation outcomes.
  • Developed understanding of diverse cuisines to create exciting menu options.

Kitchen Associate

weatherspoons
Kingsbury/Harrow
11.2022 - 11.2025

Oversaw kitchen opening and ensured all equipment was prepared for cooking.
Coordinated food preparation and managed delivery processes.
Implemented cleaning schedules for kitchen and storage areas.
Supervised equipment maintenance and ensured kitchen was properly closed.

Teaching assistant

vibe teaching
london
10.2021 - 07.2022
  • Provided feedback on pupil's work, identifying areas for improvement.
  • Liaised between teachers and parents, maintaining open lines of communication.
  • Assisted in lesson planning for effective curriculum delivery.
  • Provided additional support to students with special educational needs, ensuring inclusivity.

Trainee Care Assistant

langdon foundation
Edgware, Barnet
03.2021 - 06.2021
  • Assisted clients with daily activities including cooking, cleaning, and laundry.
  • Ensured clients adhered to medication schedules and accurately recorded in medication administration records.
  • Engaged clients in social and creative activities aligned with individual preferences and capabilities.
  • Guided clients towards increased independence based on their abilities and potential.
  • Supported clients in accessing activities outside their homes, such as arranging tickets for events and films.

Nightshift replenishment colleague

Asda
Ruislip, Hillingdon
04.2017 - 09.2019
  • Assisted in replenishing frozen food section during night shifts.
  • Ensured neatness and adherence to food safety standards regarding temperature.
  • Provided customer support during final hour of service.
  • trained as first aider

Kitchen associate

wetherspoons
Ruislip, Hillingdon
07.2014 - 04.2017

Oversaw opening of kitchen and ensured all equipment was prepared for cooking.
Managed food preparation and coordinated receipt of deliveries.
Directed general cleaning efforts in kitchen and storage areas.
Supervised cleaning of equipment and facilitated kitchen closure.

Shift Supervisor

B&M (Bargains and More)
Yiewsley, Hillingdon
03.2014 - 07.2014

Replenishing shelves, helping customers, assisting managers, organizing the warehouse, instructing staff

Kitchen associate

wetherspoons
Harrow on the Hill, Harrow
08.2013 - 12.2013
  • Collaborated with other staff members, improving overall service quality.
  • Cleaned workstations after each use, promoting a tidy kitchen space.
  • Assisted in dishwashing duties, ensuring availability of clean utensils for cooking and serving.
  • Completed deep cleaning tasks to ensure hygienic conditions.

kitchen porter

BaxterStorey
Slough
08.2012 - 08.2013

Keeping temperature records, washing up, cleaning the kitchen and storage areas, receiving deliveries and filling vending machines

Bartender

the eastcote
Eastcote, Hillingdon
02.2012 - 09.2012
  • Managed stock levels efficiently, preventing shortage during peak hours.
  • Promoted special events and offers effectively leading to increased footfall on those days.
  • Handled cash transactions securely minimising risk of theft or fraud.

Store Operations and Sales Assistant

Marks & Spencer
victoria, London
11.2011 - 02.2012
  • Assisted customers with product selection for optimal satisfaction.
  • Utilised excellent communication skills to provide detailed product information.
  • Maintained knowledge of current sales promotions helping customers make informed buying decisions.
  • Monitored trends in consumer behaviour with keen attention to detail.

Kitchen porter

brewers arms
Brightlingsea, Essex
06.2010 - 08.2011

Assisted with washing up and cleaning kitchen areas.
Supported chef with ingredient preparation for main and starter dishes.
Helped with plating and presentation of desserts.
Contributed to outside catering events as needed.

Trainee chef

bowling green
Weeley, Essex
03.2010 - 06.2010

Prepared deserts, starters and mains, washing up, ensure all food went out in a timely manner

Replenishment Operative

Sainsbury's
south ruislip
05.2007 - 04.2010

Restock the frozen foods and grocery section, ensure that the products do not over heat, arrange excess stock into their correct bays, ensuring deadlines were met

Mail order assistant

harrow eye care center
Harrow on the Hill, Harrow
09.2003 - 05.2007
  • Maintained digital database, enhancing ease of access to information.
  • Received and processed and dispatched mail orders

Sales assistant

victoria wines
south ruislip
01.2001 - 08.2003
  • Serving customers and stock control
  • Cleaning the store
  • Visual merchandising

summer internship

Royal Bank of Scotland
Islington
05.2000 - 09.2000
  • Ensure high profile international clients received their banker's drafts statements
  • Processed the in triplicate paperwork ensuring the relevant internal departments received the correct documents and memos

Kitchen staff member

macdonalds
Ruislip, Hillingdon
06.1999 - 09.1999

Ensure hygiene standards were met whilst working at the fry station in the kitchen

Education

Knights Way Training
/2021 -

DWP Incentive
/2013 -

Btec - music

Amersham and Wycombe College

northwood highschool

Skills

  • First aid training
  • Culinary skills
  • Workplace safety
  • Client focus
  • Time management
  • Rapport building
  • Quick learner
  • Organizational skills
  • Inventory management
  • Results orientation
  • Order processing
  • Customer service

Affiliations

  • musician/ multi-instrumentalist

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Trainee chef

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01.2026 - 02.2026

Kitchen Associate

weatherspoons
11.2022 - 11.2025

Teaching assistant

vibe teaching
10.2021 - 07.2022

Trainee Care Assistant

langdon foundation
03.2021 - 06.2021

Nightshift replenishment colleague

Asda
04.2017 - 09.2019

Kitchen associate

wetherspoons
07.2014 - 04.2017

Shift Supervisor

B&M (Bargains and More)
03.2014 - 07.2014

Kitchen associate

wetherspoons
08.2013 - 12.2013

kitchen porter

BaxterStorey
08.2012 - 08.2013

Bartender

the eastcote
02.2012 - 09.2012

Store Operations and Sales Assistant

Marks & Spencer
11.2011 - 02.2012

Kitchen porter

brewers arms
06.2010 - 08.2011

Trainee chef

bowling green
03.2010 - 06.2010

Replenishment Operative

Sainsbury's
05.2007 - 04.2010

Mail order assistant

harrow eye care center
09.2003 - 05.2007

Sales assistant

victoria wines
01.2001 - 08.2003

summer internship

Royal Bank of Scotland
05.2000 - 09.2000

Kitchen staff member

macdonalds
06.1999 - 09.1999

Knights Way Training
/2021 -

DWP Incentive
/2013 -

Btec - music

Amersham and Wycombe College

northwood highschool
Vishal Taank