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Paul Tottleben

Dishwasher
Fairview Heights,IL

Summary

Dedicated Industry professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Dishwasher

Texas Roadhouse
O'Fallon, IL
03.2022 - Current
  • Efficiently loaded and unloaded dishwashers, cleaning by hand large pots or Type items used often by kitchen staff.
  • Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
  • Worked with chemicals such as detergent, rinse agents and sanitizers to protect customer health.
  • Efficiently and quickly cleaned various dishes, silverware and Type to provide smooth service and reduce wait times.
  • Kept work area clean, dry and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.

Dishwasher

Signature Tap House
Fairview Heights, IL
06.2020 - 01.2022
  • Efficiently loaded and unloaded dishwashers, cleaning by hand large pots or Type items used often by kitchen staff.
  • Increased machine efficiency by scraping and pre-washing dishes.
  • Disinfected counters and wiped down food prep surfaces to prevent illness and cross-contamination from raw meats.
  • Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
  • Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
  • Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
  • Washed equipment, surfaces, refrigerators and other areas and applied sanitizing chemicals.

Kitchen Staff Member

Show-Me's
Fairview Heights, IL
07.2005 - 08.2021
  • Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
  • Sanitized dining ware and kitchen equipment according to health code standards.
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Cleaned walk-in refrigerators and freezers and operated powered floor and steam equipment for deep cleaning.
  • Prepared and cooked items requiring little or no processing such as hot cereals, concentrated or dehydrated soups, sauces and gravies.
  • Followed sanitary food handling procedures, focused on correct use of covers and labels and discarded ingredients by expiration date.
  • Plated hot meals and salads in aesthetically pleasing arrangements.
  • Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
  • Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock and following proper storage procedures.

Kitchen Hand

Dandy Inn
Fairview Heights, IL
04.1990 - 02.2005
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Inspected equipment, refrigerators and warming lamps to check compliance with safe operating levels.
  • Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock and following proper storage procedures.
  • Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
  • Kept supplies in sufficient stock by assessing inventory levels and reporting lower stock items.
  • Plated hot meals and salads in aesthetically pleasing arrangements.
  • Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
  • Sanitized dining ware and kitchen equipment according to health code standards.
  • Used manual or electric appliances to clean, peel, slice and trim foods.
  • Pushed, pulled and transported large loads and objects.
  • Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.

Education

GED - General Studies

Belleville East
Belleville, IL
08.1986 - 02.1988

Skills

Kitchen equipment use

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Timeline

Dishwasher

Texas Roadhouse
03.2022 - Current

Dishwasher

Signature Tap House
06.2020 - 01.2022

Kitchen Staff Member

Show-Me's
07.2005 - 08.2021

Kitchen Hand

Dandy Inn
04.1990 - 02.2005

GED - General Studies

Belleville East
08.1986 - 02.1988
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