Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
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Janitha Gamage

De pere

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Cake Decorator

Walmart
De Pere
04.2023 - Current
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Boxed, weighed and wrapped cakes and other bakery products to prepare for pickup.
  • Incorporated creative elements into cake designs as requested by clients.
  • Troubleshot any issues that arose during the cake decorating process.
  • Assisted customers in selecting appropriate cake designs for their events.
  • Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
  • Organized supplies to ensure efficient workflow during cake decorating process.
  • Applied fondant to cakes with precision and accuracy.
  • Cleaned work area after completing each project for sanitation purposes.
  • Finished baked goods with glazes, icings and other toppings.
  • Decorated cakes for special occasions, showers, birthdays and christenings.
  • Answered phone calls, put in orders and handled customer disputes or complaints.
  • Used pastry bags and tips to pipe messages and decorative roses onto cakes.
  • Prepared buttercream icing for use in cake decoration projects.
  • Used photo cake software to create specialty birthday and anniversary cakes.
  • Created custom cakes for special occasions such as weddings, birthdays, and anniversaries.

Deli Associate

Walmart
De Pere
01.2023 - 04.2023
  • Completed orders by slicing, weighing, packaging and pricing meats and cheeses.
  • Warmly greeted visitors to promote great customer service and positive ordering experience.
  • Prepared sandwiches according to customer specifications.
  • Maintained cleanliness of deli area, including tables and counters.
  • Cleaned work areas regularly to maintain hygiene standards established by the company.
  • Stocked shelves with a variety of deli meats and cheeses in accordance with company guidelines.
  • Informed customers of deli specials to increase profits.
  • Operated slicers, scales, wrappers, grinders, and other equipment to prepare food items for sale.
  • Performed daily opening and closing duties such as cleaning up spills, sanitizing surfaces.
  • Sanitized and kept work areas tidy by cleaning surfaces, equipment, and floors, removing trash and maintaining machinery.
  • Welcomed and thanked guests to demonstrate appreciation for patronage.

Breakfast Cook

Hotel Spadai
Florence
03.2021 - 12.2021
  • Stocked food supplies in the kitchen.
  • Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
  • Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
  • Assisted in developing new menu ideas for breakfast specials.
  • Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
  • Prepared and cooked breakfast foods such as eggs, bacon, pancakes, French toast, omelets, waffles and other items according to recipes.

Assiatance Cook

Ristorante Il Clarinetto
Florence
11.2017 - 10.2020
  • Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
  • Prepared a wide range of dishes according to menu specifications and chef instructions.
  • Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
  • Adjusted seasonings of dishes during cooking process in order to enhance flavors.
  • Received and stored food and supplies.
  • Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
  • Coordinated orders to expedite food from kitchen according to cook time and delivery time.
  • Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
  • Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.

Kitchen Helper/Dishwasher

La Taverna Degli Assi
Florence
01.2015 - 10.2017
  • Disposed of garbage according to health code regulations.
  • Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
  • Restocked pantry with nonperishable food items to prevent stock from running low.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and utensils.
  • Assisted with special event catering and preparation, including setup and food service.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized kitchen areas to promote efficiency.
  • Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
  • Managed garbage disposal and recycling in accordance with kitchen protocols.
  • Cleaned and sanitized utensils, dishes or silverware.

Waiter's Assistant

Hilton Residence
Colombo
06.2010 - 04.2011
  • Communicated with kitchen staff regarding any changes or special requests from customers' orders.
  • Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
  • Relayed orders to service bar and kitchen via point-of-sale register system.
  • Informed customers about specials, upselling additional food and drink items.
  • Bussed tables after customers had finished their meals.
  • Greeted guests with friendliness and professionalism.
  • Maintained knowledge of menu items, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
  • Cleaned up spills and broken glassware and safely disposed of sharp pieces.
  • Filled trays with food, utensils, napkins and condiments to provide diners with meals and accessories.
  • Removed trays and stacked dishes for return to kitchen after finished meals.
  • Stocked service stations with ice, napkins and straws.
  • Delivered food from kitchen, fulfilling additional requests to maximize guest satisfaction.

Waiter's Assistant

Berjaya Hotel
Colombo
02.2010 - 07.2010
  • Communicated with kitchen staff regarding any changes or special requests from customers' orders.
  • Informed customers about specials, upselling additional food and drink items.
  • Bussed tables after customers had finished their meals.
  • Greeted guests with friendliness and professionalism.
  • Maintained knowledge of menu items, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
  • Cleaned up spills and broken glassware and safely disposed of sharp pieces.
  • Removed trays and stacked dishes for return to kitchen after finished meals.
  • Filled trays with food, utensils, napkins and condiments to provide diners with meals and accessories.
  • Stocked service stations with ice, napkins and straws.
  • Delivered food from kitchen, fulfilling additional requests to maximize guest satisfaction.
  • Filled and served various beverages for customers.
  • Greeted customers and checked for seating availability.

Barista Trainer

Barista Coffee Company
Colombo
01.2009 - 03.2009
  • Prepared and served coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees and teas.
  • Greeted guests with pleasant smile and superior customer service.
  • Educated customers on beverage menu items and provided samples of daily brews.
  • Collected payments and provided accurate change.

Crew Member

KFC
Colombo
02.2008 - 12.2008
  • Packed fast food products in approved containers, cups, and bags.
  • Restocked napkins, condiments and utensils at self-service areas during slow periods.
  • Took orders from patrons and input selections into store computer system.
  • Completed opening and closing tasks such as setting up workstations, cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Organized dining room tables with condiments, napkins and other necessities prior to seating guests.
  • Prepared beverages such as coffee drinks, smoothies and milkshakes according to company standards.

Education

GED -

Institute of Tourism And Hotel Management
Colombo Sri Lanka
06-2010

High School Diploma -

Central College
Ibbagamuwa,Sri Lanka
10-2007

Skills

  • Cake decoration and design
  • Wedding cake creation
  • Food preparation and handling
  • Dishwashing and sanitation
  • Vegetable and meat cutting

Timeline

Cake Decorator

Walmart
04.2023 - Current

Deli Associate

Walmart
01.2023 - 04.2023

Breakfast Cook

Hotel Spadai
03.2021 - 12.2021

Assiatance Cook

Ristorante Il Clarinetto
11.2017 - 10.2020

Kitchen Helper/Dishwasher

La Taverna Degli Assi
01.2015 - 10.2017

Waiter's Assistant

Hilton Residence
06.2010 - 04.2011

Waiter's Assistant

Berjaya Hotel
02.2010 - 07.2010

Barista Trainer

Barista Coffee Company
01.2009 - 03.2009

Crew Member

KFC
02.2008 - 12.2008

GED -

Institute of Tourism And Hotel Management

High School Diploma -

Central College

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