KATARINA WHITE
Putāruru,New Zealand
Summary
I am a friendly and reliable professional seeking the Cook position at your center. My background in early childhood education, combined with being a mum and my current experience in a fast-paced café environment, demonstrates my ability to work well with children and manage busy food service operations. Additionally, my experience running a household has sharpened my organization, time management, and multitasking skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Barista / Front of House
Enchanted Cafe
08.2020 - Current
- Keep front-of-house and kitchen areas clean and compliant with food safety rules.
- Help the chef with food prep, plating, and basic kitchen jobs during busy hours or when needed.
- Keep track of daily cafe stock (milk, coffee, supplies) and let management know when to reorder.
- Work quickly under pressure while serving customers and making drinks.
Housekeeping
Okoroire Hotel
01.2019 - 01.2019
- Cleaned guest rooms, handled laundry, and kept to daily room turn-over schedules.
Educator
Abbey’s Place Childcare Centre
Putāruru
01.2007 - 01.2016
- Looked after young children, ensuring a safe, clean, and caring environment.
- Worked with the team to follow daily centre routines and safety rules.
Forecourt Attendant
BP
Putāruru
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Handled till transactions, restocked shelves, and maintained forecourt safety.
Education
Putāruru High School
Putāruru01-2004
Skills
- Meal Planning & Cooking: Experienced in cooking budget-friendly meals
- Food Safety & Cleanliness: Good understanding of food handling, food safety, and kitchen cleaning standards from working in a cafe
- Time Management: Used to working to fixed meal times and handling multiple tasks at once
- Pantry & Stock Management: Hands-on experience checking stock, keeping track of ingredients and reporting back to management
Personal Information
- Nationality: NZ Citizen
- Driving License: NZ Driver’s Licence (Restricted)
Timeline
Barista / Front of House
Enchanted Cafe
08.2020 - Current
Housekeeping
Okoroire Hotel
01.2019 - 01.2019
Educator
Abbey’s Place Childcare Centre
01.2007 - 01.2016
Forecourt Attendant
BP
01.2005 - 01.2006
Putāruru High School