Rebecca Tahana

As a baker at Whanganui Collegiate School I provided 450 portions of savory items for morning tea and 240 sweet items for supper for each student.

I also worked on dietary for both morning tea, supper and lunch service such as gluten free, dairy free, egg free, nut free, vegetarian and halal.

In a day I could roll upto 700 cookies, making sure every one of them are the same size and cook just right for the students to enjoy. I have a good eye to detail when it comes to baking and I'm open to learning more!

• Operated the pizza oven, ensuring pizzas were cooked to order.
• Prepared dough and sauce for pizzas according to recipes.
• Checked temperature of ovens prior to use to ensure optimal cooking temperatures.
• Maintained inventory of ingredients such as cheese, vegetables, meats and spices.

• Reviewed purchase orders for accuracy prior to submitting them for approval.
• Developed menus and recipes for a variety of dishes, including appetizers, entrees, desserts, and specialty items.
• Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally while maintaining high standards of customer service.
• Trained new kitchen staff in food safety regulations and proper cooking techniques.
• Performed regular maintenance tasks such as cleaning equipment, utensils, floors, walls, ensuring that all areas are kept clean and sanitary at all times.
• Organized kitchen staff to ensure efficient operations during peak service hours.