Anthony Amelang
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Diligent, reliable worker excelling in hands-on positions, with a pleasant, can-do attitude and willingness to learn new skills and adapt to new work environments. Years of experience in busy restaurant kitchens has instilled a sense of inward calm and resistance to stress.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
House Painter
Dowdy Interiors
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Covered surfaces and furnishings with cloth and plastic to protect from paint drops.
- Used sandpaper, scrapers, grinders, and steel wool to smooth surfaces.
- Used sandpaper to scrape walls and other surfaces to remove old paint.
- Removed fixtures such as pictures, doorknobs, lamps, and electric switch covers prior to painting.
- Used putty knives and caulking guns to fill cracks, holes and joints with plaster, putty and caulk.
- Applied primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces such as bare wood or metal, for finish coats.
- Used brushes, spray guns and paint rollers to paint surfaces.
- Prepared surfaces for painting or staining by removing old paint and applying primers.
- Patched cracks, holes and other imperfections in walls and other surfaces.
- Applied various types of paints and other finishes to interior and exterior surfaces.
- Removed wallpaper and sanded surfaces to prepare for paint application.
- Reached high ceilings and walls with scaffolding and ladders.
Dishwasher
Reverie Cafe And Bar
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
- Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils, and trays quickly and without breaking.
- Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
Dishwasher
Modern Times Cafe
05.2021 - 06.2022
- Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils and trays quickly and without breaking.
- Efficiently loaded and unloaded dishwashers, cleaning by hand large pots or [Type] items used often by kitchen staff.
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
- Kept work area clean, dry and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
- Detail cleaned walls, floors, and underneath sinks.
Dishwasher
Broder's Cucina Italiana
11.2010 - 03.2020
- Kept dishware, glasses and utensils ready for all customer needs by quickly scraping, washing and restacking items.
- Loaded and unloaded dishwashers, washing by hand large pots or items used on continuous basis.
- Routinely partnered with other staff members to complete daily tasks to maintain cleanliness.
- Completed all assigned prep work ranging from cutting cheese to portioning pasta.
- Cleaned dishes with detergent, rinsing and sanitizing chemicals.
- Organized clean utensils in storage bins for servers to access easily.
- Scrubbed pots, pans and trays by hand or cleaned using industrial washing machine.
- Repaired and maintained dishwashing machine to keep dishes clean and kitchen running smoothly.
- Cleared trash and washed work area tables, walls, refrigerator equipment, cooking equipment and floors to keep sanitized kitchen.
- Moved food and supply items from delivery trucks to storage by unloading and organizing.
- Maintained clean and well-organized kitchen areas to promote efficiency.
- Unboxed, stored and organized incoming kitchen supplies with every delivery.
- Maintained assigned areas to keep organized and clean by mopping floor, sweeping, clearing cardboard recycling to reduce accidents and sanitize.
- Backed up line cooks and pizza chefs during heavy work periods to maximize team coverage.
- Wiped and sanitized various kitchen surfaces using specific cleaning supplies.
- Unloaded trucks to move food and supplies from delivery vehicle to storage areas.
- Scraped and pre-rinsed food from dirty dishes and placed items in dishwashing machine.
- Handled glassware, crystal and other fragile items with exceptional care to prevent breakage.
- Washed buffet, restaurant and banquet items, including silverware, dishes, cooking utensils, equipment and displays.
- Carried out various kitchen maintenance, including refilling paper towels and soap dispensers.
- Replenished stations throughout restaurant, including cupboards, serving areas and salad bars to meet employee and customer demands.
- Sanitized counters and wiped down surfaces following food preparation to prevent cross-contamination from raw meats.
- Replaced clean utensils in storage bins, enabling servers to grab forks, knives and spoons quickly.
- Restocked main kitchen areas with items from shelves, coolers and freezers to help food preparation staff stay focused on customer orders.
- Developed great team spirit with other personnel by pitching in and helping with task completion.
- Operated and maintained cleaning equipment and tools, including dishwasher, hand wash stations, pot-scrubbing station and trash compactor.
Education
Associate of Arts - History
Minneapolis Community And Technical College
Minneapolis, MN05.2023
High School Diploma -
Loring-Nicollet Alternative School
Minneapolis, MN06.2010
Skills
- Kitchen station support
- High efficiency
- Hazardous chemical handling
- Sanitizing protocols
- Health code requirements
- Equipment operation
- Troubleshooting skills
- Cleaning procedures
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Active listening
- PPE use
- Trash Removal
- Multitasking Abilities
- Clearing Debris
- Equipment Sanitization
- Dining Area Arranging
- Team Player
- Hand and Machine Washing
- Chemical Use
- Restocking Skills
- Proactive and Self-Motivated
- Dishwasher Operation
- Health Code Requirements
- Sorting and Recycling
- Utensils and Equipment
- Organizational Strengths
- Sanitizing Protocols
- Janitorial Duties
- Floor Scrubbing
- Kitchen Support
- Time Management
- Safety Practices
- Caulk Application
- Hand Painting
Timeline
House Painter
Dowdy Interiors
05.2023 - 08.2023
Dishwasher
Reverie Cafe And Bar
07.2022 - 05.2023
Dishwasher
Modern Times Cafe
05.2021 - 06.2022
Dishwasher
Broder's Cucina Italiana
11.2010 - 03.2020
Associate of Arts - History
Minneapolis Community And Technical College
High School Diploma -
Loring-Nicollet Alternative School
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