Cheylee Ngatuere
Whanganui,MWT
Summary
Experienced kitchen hand in food preparation, dishwashing, and kitchen maintenance. Fast learner when taught something new, and a fine teacher when bringing new workers up to speed. Knowledge of hygiene standards and safety protocols to ensure clean and organized kitchen environments. Highly competent whilst working under pressure, ensuring the team is one step ahead on a busy day. I have worked my way up to the managing role and developed leadership and organizational skills in high-volume environments. Proven ability to manage teams, optimize operations, and enhance customer satisfaction.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Hand/Cook
Jax Burger Shack
04.2023 - 06.2025
- Assisted with food preparation and ingredient organization to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen equipment and work areas, adhering to health and safety standards.
- Supported chefs and kitchen staff by restocking supplies and ingredients as needed.
- Operated kitchen tools and equipment safely while following standard operating procedures.
- Learned proper food storage techniques to minimize waste and ensure freshness of ingredients.
- Followed recipes and instructions to help in meal assembly for customers effectively.
- Communicated with team members to coordinate tasks and prioritize workload during peak hours.
- Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
- Contributed to a positive team atmosphere through effective communication with colleagues and supervisors.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Assisted in training new team members on customer service protocols and system usage.
- Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
- Trained staff in food preparation, customer service, and safety protocols.
- Monitored cash handling procedures closely to prevent theft or discrepancies in revenue reporting accurately.
- Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
- Streamlined kitchen operations by organizing workflows more effectively, resulting in reduced wait times for customer orders.
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Kitchen cleaning and maintenance
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Food preparation
- Kitchen organization
- Dedicated work ethic
- Safe chemical handling
Timeline
Kitchen Hand/Cook
Jax Burger Shack
04.2023 - 06.2025