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Nicholas Gately

Carol Stream,IL

Summary

Professional culinary expert prepared for dynamic kitchen environment. Adept in preparing variety of dishes and maintaining kitchen hygiene. Known for strong collaboration with team members and achieving consistent results with flexible approach. Skilled in food preparation, safety protocols, and time management.

Experienced with food preparation and culinary techniques. Utilizes effective time management and organizational skills to ensure efficient kitchen operations. Knowledge of maintaining food safety standards and collaborating with kitchen staff to deliver quality meals.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Transporter

SCM
09.2024 - 02.2025
  • Reduced damages to transported vehicles by vigilantly inspecting each car for existing dents or scratches before and after transportation.
  • Maintained safe driving practices while navigating various road conditions, ensuring the secure transport of client vehicles.
  • Provided assistance in resolving any issues that arose during the transportation process, working closely with both clients and team members to find satisfactory solutions.
  • Streamlined delivery processes by effectively planning efficient routes, resulting in timely deliveries and satisfied customers.

Transporter

Carvana
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
  • Developed strong working relationships with customers and coworkers through effective communication skills, contributing to a positive work atmosphere for all parties involved in the transportation process.
  • Exhibited adaptability under changing conditions by adjusting routes and schedules to accommodate unforeseen circumstances, minimizing disruptions to the delivery process.
  • Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
  • Contributed to a safe work environment by consistently following safety guidelines when operating vehicles or handling cargo materials.
  • Upheld compliance with federal, state, and local regulations governing commercial transportation operations.

Pizza Maker

Riverview Pizza
01.2022 - 09.2023
  • Topped pizzas with right ingredients based on orders utilizing recipe-directed amounts and distribution methods.
  • Rolled and shaped dough to correct sizes and shapes based on orders to fit in oven and cook evenly.
  • Learned and memorized menu items and specials to provide accurate and up-to-date information to kitchen staff.
  • Prepared raw materials for cooking by cutting vegetables and preparing dough.
  • Monitored and maintained clean working areas and cooking surfaces.
  • Operated pizza oven and other kitchen equipment safely to protect team members from harm and equipment from damage.
  • Followed food safety and sanitation guidelines to prevent foodborne illnesses and promote customer health and safety.

Kitchen Helper

BBQ
06.2019 - 11.2021
  • Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
  • Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by assisting with meal preparation and ensuring timely food delivery to customers.
  • Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.

Education

Culinary

West Aurora
Aurora, IL
05-2019

Skills

  • Food preparation
  • Ingredient preparation
  • Sweeping and mopping
  • Workplace safety
  • Problem-solving
  • Flexible and adaptable

Timeline

Transporter

SCM
09.2024 - 02.2025

Transporter

Carvana
01.2024 - 05.2024

Pizza Maker

Riverview Pizza
01.2022 - 09.2023

Kitchen Helper

BBQ
06.2019 - 11.2021

Culinary

West Aurora