Annette Mary Te Wehi Takerei

Work History

IHG Hotels & Resorts - HOLIDAY INN

08.2024 - Current

Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
Operated kitchen equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions.
Transported food items from storage areas to kitchen for prepping.
Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
Assisted in setting up and breaking down kitchen stations.
Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
Plated and presented food following chef requirements.

Makaurau Marae Catering Team

01.1995 - Current

Tasked with removal of garbage and refuse, mopping and sweeping floors and washing walls.
Assisted in food preparation by blending soups and washing and peeling vegetables.
Maintained swift pace of work to meet business demands for cleaning and supplies storage.
Drained, stacked and dried items after washing.
Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
Addressed and resolved spills in dining areas and provided polite guidance around hazards.
Performed housekeeping duties such as dusting, mopping, vacuuming, and sanitizing countertops.
Boosted team efficiency by keeping kitchen areas organized, clean, and properly sanitized.
Efficiently loaded and unloaded dishwashers, cleaning by hand large pots items used often by kitchen staff.
Stepped into additional roles during busy times to boost coverage of important stations.

Costco

03.2022 - 07.2022

Followed plant safety policies and procedures, actively performing risk assessments and demonstrating ownership of occupational hazard prevention.
Cleaned static product build-up outside of fryer during breaks in line-flow and when instructed.
Performed routine fry-ups to monitor product color and quality and meet corporate standards.
Transferred oil from holding tanks to fryer tanks and basins when necessary to maintain product quality and freshness.
Monitored food temperatures to meet quality and safety standards.
Maintained spotless and tidy dining area by throwing away food wrappers on tables, emptying trash receptacles, and cleaning floors during slow periods.
Followed company recipes and production standards to satisfy customers.
Learned new menu offerings and options easily to assist customers with selecting items.

Villa Maria Winery

01.2019 - 07.2020

Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
Unloaded food deliveries and stored items in proper locations for easy access.
Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
Followed recipes and chef instructions to prepare food correctly.
Monitored food temperature, discarding items not stored correctly.
Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
Maintained high personal grooming standards and uniform presentation.
Operated food slicers, grinders and chopper in accordance with safety guidelines.
Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
Operated kitchen equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions.
Transported food items from storage areas to kitchen for prepping.
Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
Assisted in setting up and breaking down kitchen stations.
Plated and presented food following chef requirements.