Diligent Desired Position with strong background in maintaining clean and sanitary kitchen environments. Proven track record of efficiently supporting kitchen staff and ensuring timely dishwashing duties. Demonstrated reliability and teamwork, displaying excellent time management and attention to detail.
Experienced with maintaining high standards of kitchen cleanliness and hygiene. Utilizes efficient dishwashing techniques to support kitchen operations. Knowledge of health and safety regulations, ensuring compliance and clean environment.
Professional kitchen worker with hands-on experience in maintaining cleanliness and order in fast-paced environments. Skilled in efficiently handling dishwashing tasks, ensuring sanitation standards are met. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to meet changing needs. Reliable, organized, and ready to contribute to high-performing kitchen team.
Kitchen professional with experience in maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards in fast-paced environments. Known for consistent performance and supporting kitchen operations effectively. Reliable team member with focus on collaboration and adaptability, ensuring smooth kitchen workflow.
Overview
2024
2024
years of professional experience
Work History
Dishwasher
ARAMARK, Contract Services
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.
Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
Washed equipment, surfaces, refrigerators, and other areas and applied sanitizing chemicals.
Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace for fellow staff members.
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.
Worked with chemicals such as detergent, rinse agents, and sanitizers to protect customer health.
Increased performance reliability under pressure by consistently meeting fast-paced dishwashing demands, even during the busiest service periods.
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.
Utilized effective time management skills to balance dishwashing duties with any additional cleaning or food preparation tasks assigned.
Ensured consistent cleanliness by adhering to strict sanitation procedures for all dishes, utensils, and equipment.
Reduced dish breakage by carefully handling delicate items during the washing process.
Maintained a safe working environment by properly using and storing cleaning chemicals according to safety guidelines.
Streamlined dishwashing processes by prioritizing incoming dirty dishes based on usage needs of the kitchen staff.
Fostered a positive work environment by maintaining a professional attitude and appearance at all times.
Adjusted water to correct temperature for optimum cleaning, rinsing and sanitizing.
Collaborated effectively with servers and bussers to ensure timely clearing of tables, enhancing guest experience throughout their visit.
Minimized cross-contamination risks by following proper procedures for washing cutting boards, knives, and other essential tools.
Helped team meet expected demands by restocking work areas throughout restaurant such as server stations, salad bars, and supply cupboards.
Exceeded health code standards with diligent attention to detail when cleaning all surfaces within the dishwashing area.
Demonstrated flexibility in adjusting work schedule to accommodate fluctuating business demands during peak dining hours or special events.
Inspected dishwashing equipment and reported issues to supervisor.
Improved workflow efficiency in tight spaces while maneuvering heavy trays of dirty dishes from the dining room to the dishwashing station without incident.
Efficiently loaded and unloaded dishwashers, cleaning by hand large pots or Type items used often by kitchen staff.
Maximized dishwasher efficiency by regularly inspecting and performing minor maintenance on the machine when necessary.
Supported kitchen staff by preparing work areas before rush hours, streamlining cooking and serving process.
Improved operational efficiency by implementing system for pre-soaking heavily soiled pots and pans, reducing cleaning time.
Meat Packager
Sanderson Farms Processing Plant
05.2016 - 10.2023
Ensured timely availability of kitchenware, speeding up service during peak times with efficient dishwashing routines.
Enhanced dining experience for customers by ensuring clean, spot-free dishes and utensils.
Minimized water usage and environmental impact with effective washing techniques, aligning with sustainability goals.
Streamlined waste management procedures, effectively sorting and disposing of garbage and recycling materials.
Packaged and attached labeling to various meat selections.
Sanitized surfaces to maintain cleanliness of food service area.
Inspected meat to perform quality assurance checks.
Packed meat in Styrofoam, plastic and paper packaging and weighed on scale for pricing.
Upheld high standards of sanitation by diligently cleaning tools, equipment, and surfaces throughout each shift.
Organized and stored items at specific temperatures to maintain freshness.
Streamlined packaging process with meticulous attention to detail in weighing, labeling, and sealing packages.
Supported team members in their tasks when needed, fostering a collaborative work environment that prioritized efficient operations.
Ensured meat quality by properly storing and rotating products according to established guidelines.
Maintained strict compliance with food safety regulations during all aspects of meat handling, cutting, and packaging processes.