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Zehra Hitit

Cherry Hill

Summary

Dynamic Junior Assistant Chef at Jersey Kebab, recognized for enhancing customer satisfaction through innovative menu development and efficient kitchen operations. Skilled in food preparation and inventory management, I excel in high-pressure environments, ensuring quality and presentation standards are consistently met while fostering teamwork and collaboration.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Junior Assistant Chef

Jersey Kebab
04.2023 - 07.2025
  • Consistently met deadlines for meal preparation, ensuring prompt service for guests during peak dining hours.
  • Assisted in menu development, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Worked closely with the Head Chef to develop daily specials that showcased seasonal ingredients and culinary creativity.
  • Supported cost control initiatives by minimizing waste, effectively managing inventory levels, and optimizing ingredient usage.
  • Achieved consistently high levels of customer satisfaction by ensuring each dish was prepared to exact specifications and met quality standards.
  • Reduced food waste by optimizing inventory management processes.
  • Managed ordering processes for necessary supplies and ingredients to maintain optimal stock levels at all times.
  • Proactively identified potential issues within the kitchen operations leading to improved overall efficiency.
  • Prepared and cooked quality meals in high-volume, fast-paced service environments.
  • Followed recipes and instructions to achieve quality and presentation standards.
  • Prepped ingredients ahead of time to increase cooking and service speed.
  • Wrapped, dated, and stored food in refrigerators under standardized temperature for future uses.
  • Maintained cleanliness and order of kitchen prep areas and appliances as well as convenient organization of ingredients.
  • Cleaned and oiled kitchen equipment to maintain optimized function.
  • Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
  • Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
  • Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
  • Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
  • Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
  • Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
  • Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.

In-Home Nanny

Berfin Pektas
01.2023 - 05.2025
  • Boosted language development through reading aloud, storytelling, and engaging conversations with the children.
  • Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
  • Managed household tasks including laundry, light cleaning, and running errands.
  • Fostered a safe and stimulating environment for the children, implementing age-appropriate activities.
  • Fostered a love of learning through interactive educational activities helping children develop curiosity and critical thinking skills.
  • Maintained open communication with parents to discuss progress, challenges, and goals for the children.

Nanny/Housekeeping

Emine Pektas
02.2023 - 2024
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
  • Developed child-friendly meals and snacks in line with dietary requirements.
  • Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
  • Assisted with children's hygiene and socialization.
  • Collaborated closely with parents in establishing boundaries/rules within the household which helped maintain consistency across all environments.
  • Maintained a clean and organized home environment conducive to optimal child development through regular tidying duties.
  • Provided nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary restrictions or preferences, ensuring balanced nutrition for growing bodies.

Education

Accounting

Tıcaret Lısesı
Adapazari
06.1986

Skills

  • Kitchen organization
  • Food preparation
  • Knife skills
  • Vegetable prep
  • Meal presentation
  • Cooking techniques
  • Ingredient knowledge
  • Sanitation practices
  • Workstation setup
  • Meat cutting
  • Food storage
  • Workstation cleanup
  • Basic nutrition
  • Food handling
  • Food presentation
  • Kitchen safety
  • Cold food prep
  • Hot food prep
  • Dish preparation
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Food preparing, plating, and presentation

Languages

Turkish
Full Professional

Timeline

Junior Assistant Chef

Jersey Kebab
04.2023 - 07.2025

Nanny/Housekeeping

Emine Pektas
02.2023 - 2024

In-Home Nanny

Berfin Pektas
01.2023 - 05.2025

Accounting

Tıcaret Lısesı

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