Chelsea Tana
Turangi,WKO
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in food handling and kitchen operations, including a successful tenure at Reingawera as a Sous Chef. Proven expertise in packing machinery operation and team collaboration, ensuring high-quality standards and cleanliness in fast-paced environments. Committed to delivering exceptional service and maintaining food safety regulations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2010
2010
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fruit Packer
Seeka
Kerikeri, Northland
04.2025 - 07.2025
- Sorted and packaged fruits for distribution to retail locations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of packing area throughout shifts.
- Operated packing machinery to efficiently package various fruit products.
Kitchen Hand
Jacks cafe
Wellsford
02.2024 - 01.2025
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspaces and equipment.
- Assisted chefs by washing, chopping, and storing vegetables and meats.
Fruit Packer
Galaberry
Omaha
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Sorted and packaged fruits for distribution to retail locations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of packing area throughout shifts.
- Operated packing machinery to efficiently package various fruit products.
Sous Chef
Reingawera
Matakana
04.2020 - 10.2021
- Assisted in menu planning and kitchen organization for daily operations.
- Prepared ingredients and executed cooking techniques for various dishes.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation standards in the kitchen area.
Bartender
Wellsford inn
Wellsford
06.2016 - 02.2019
- Prepared and served a variety of cocktails and beverages to guests.
- Managed bar inventory and ensured proper stock levels were maintained.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bar area throughout shifts.
Education
First Aid
Mahurangi Insitute
09.2014 - 09.2014
Firearms Basic Traning
Mahurangi Insitute
09.2014 - 09.2014
Avondale High School
Avondale Skills
- Packing machinery operation
- Fruit sorting
- Quality control
- Inventory management
- Food safety standards
- Kitchen organization
- Team collaboration
- Cleanliness maintenance
- Customer service
- Workplace safety
- Fruit handling
- Efficient packing
- Food safety regulations
- Effective communication
- Supply restocking
Certification
- Restricted drivers license received 09-03-2023 expire date 09-03-2033
Languages
English
Beginner (A1)
A1
Timeline
Fruit Packer
Seeka
04.2025 - 07.2025
Kitchen Hand
Jacks cafe
02.2024 - 01.2025
Fruit Packer
Galaberry
01.2022 - 03.2022
Sous Chef
Reingawera
04.2020 - 10.2021
Bartender
Wellsford inn
06.2016 - 02.2019
First Aid
Mahurangi Insitute
09.2014 - 09.2014
Firearms Basic Traning
Mahurangi Insitute
09.2014 - 09.2014
Avondale High School