Janina Kahn
HonorHealth
Phoenix,AZ
14
years of professional experience
Reliable dishwasher and utility worker with experience in sanitation, time management, and teamwork. Skilled at keeping high-traffic kitchen areas clean, organized, and safe while supporting smooth meal service and meeting daily deadlines.
Work History
Dishwasher/Utility Dishwasher
2 Years 5 Months- Operated commercial dishwashing equipment to clean trays, utensils, and cookware for meal service.
- Sanitized kitchen surfaces and high-touch areas to maintain food safety and infection control standards.
- Restocked clean supplies, dishware, and service items to support uninterrupted cafeteria operations.
- Sorted soiled dishes and waste efficiently to keep cleaning workflow organized and safe.
- Assisted food service staff with prep area cleanup, pot handling, and cart retrieval.
- Monitored chemical levels and machine performance to ensure reliable sanitation results.
- Followed hospital sanitation procedures to support compliance with dietary and environmental standards.
- Maintained orderly dish room conditions to improve workflow and reduce delays during peak service.
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
- Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
- Completed extra cleaning work on garbage cans, racks, dry storage areas, and other fixtures to keep kitchen spotless.
- Completed additional cleaning tasks within the kitchen area, contributing to an overall sanitary work environment.
- Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet customer needs.
- Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils, and trays quickly and without breaking.
- Washed equipment, surfaces, refrigerators, and other areas and applied sanitizing chemicals.
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with kitchen staff members.
- Supported overall restaurant operations by promptly restocking clean dishes and utensils in designated areas.
- Stepped into additional roles during busy times to boost coverage of important stations.
- Assisted with basic food preparation tasks as needed, helping expedite meal service for guests.
PREP COOK/Dishwasher
1 Year 1 Month- Organized prep station, maintaining clean, efficient workflow throughout shift.
- Prepared ingredients for daily service, following recipe specifications and portion standards.
- Chopped vegetables, proteins, and garnishes with consistent knife skills and food safety.
- Monitored inventory levels, rotating stock to support freshness and reduce waste.
PARA EDUCATOR
1 Year 9 Months- Collaborated with teachers to prepare instructional materials and adapt activities for diverse learning needs.
- Assisted with special education accommodations by implementing teacher-directed interventions and supports.
- Monitored student behavior and redirected disruptions using consistent classroom management strategies.
- Supported classroom instruction by reinforcing lesson objectives with individual and small-group student support.
- Supervised students during classroom, lunch, recess, and transition periods to maintain safe routines.
- Documented student progress and communicated observations to teachers to guide instruction and support plans.
- Maintained confidentiality while handling student records, behavior notes, and classroom communication.
- Modeled positive interactions and guided students in building social, academic, and independent work skills.
- Assisted students in achieving academic goals by providing one-on-one tutoring and small group instruction in various subjects.
General Labor Construction Worker
7 Years 10 Months- Directed trenching, excavation, and backfilling activities while maintaining safe work zones.
- Rigged, lifted, and positioned pipe materials for efficient installation and alignment.
- Inspected tools, equipment, and PPE to support daily jobsite safety compliance.
- Coordinated with crews to prepare work areas, materials, and site access routes.
- Mentored newer laborers on hazard awareness, hand signals, and jobsite procedures.
- Monitored work progress and adjusted tasks to keep operations organized and efficient.
- Cleaned debris, restored work areas, and maintained orderly conditions across active sites.
- Maintained clean, organized worksites to promote a safe working environment and minimize hazards.
- Collaborated with team members to complete challenging tasks, demonstrating strong problem-solving abilities.
- Promoted a positive work culture amongst peers by fostering teamwork, mutual respect, open communication channels within the team dynamic.
- Worked independently in a fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Gathered waste and trash from job sites for placement in refuse containers to keep job sites clean and organized.
- Played a key role in the completion of numerous successful construction projects by effectively working with team members, supervisors, and clients alike.
Education
CULINARY ARTS - Hospitality
- Professional Development: Arizona food handlers card
Skills
Strong work ethic
Cleaning and sanitizing
Attention to detail
Time management
Timeline
Dishwasher/Utility Dishwasher
HonorHealth
05.2024 - CurrentRead More
PREP COOK/Dishwasher
THE STILLERY
03.2023 - 04.2024Read More
PARA EDUCATOR
Paradise Valley Unified School District
05.2021 - 02.2023Read More
General Labor Construction Worker
PIPELINE UNION 350
04.2013 - 02.2021Read More
SAN DIEGO CULINARY INSTITUTE
CULINARY ARTS from Hospitality
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