Kovacs Andrei
Carrick On Shannon
Summary
Motivated Kitchen Hand consistently lifts heavy loads, stands for long periods and handles various cleaning tasks. Valuable and committed individual with strong understanding of food safety measures. Dependable, on-time and dedicated to good performance knowledgeable about working with machinery and hazardous chemicals to keep dishes clean, protect customers and exceed health code standards. Driven to accomplish work on time and maintain steady flow of clean dishes by maintaining speed throughout shift.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Porter
The Oarsman
Carrick On Shannon , Leitrim
09.2022 - Current
- Cleaned and sanitized work surfaces, equipment, utensils, dishes, and pots.
- Swept and mopped floors in the kitchen area.
- Sorted through trash receptacles to ensure proper disposal of waste materials.
- Operated dishwashing machines to clean dishes, glasses, utensils..
- Prepared salads, sandwiches and other cold items as instructed by head chef.
- Ensured that all kitchen tools were properly stored after each shift was completed.
- Conducted daily cleaning duties such as scrubbing down counters, stoves and ovens.
- Washed and sanitized plates using industrial dishwashers according to manufacturer instructions.
- Cleaned and sterilized dishes, countertops and utensils to prevent bacteria growth.
- Transported trash to dumpster, properly disposing of expired food items.
- Prevented spoilage or cross-contamination by storing food in designated containers and areas.
- Peeled and cut fruit and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Cleared trash and washed work area tables, walls, refrigerator equipment, cooking equipment and floors to keep sanitized kitchen.
- Loaded and unloaded dishwashers, washing by hand large pots or items used on continuous basis.
- Swept and mopped floors at end of shift to comply with sanitary regulations.
- Washed and sanitized sinks, trashcans and surfaces to remove excess food waste.
Pizza Maker
Apache Pizza
Carrick On Shannon , Leitrim
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Operated the pizza oven, ensuring pizzas were cooked to order.
- Prepared dough and sauce for pizzas according to recipes.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment.
- Assisted in loading and unloading food items from delivery trucks.
- Maintained inventory of ingredients such as cheese, vegetables, meats and spices.
- Assisted other cooks in preparing salads, sandwiches, desserts and appetizers.
- Stocked shelves with necessary ingredients for making pizzas.
- Checked temperature of ovens prior to use to ensure optimal cooking temperatures.
- Organized storage areas for unused ingredients or supplies.
- Performed daily maintenance tasks on kitchen equipment such as cleaning fryers or grills.
- Cut toppings such as pepperoni, mushrooms or onions into small pieces ready for use on pizzas.
- Garnished finished pizzas with herbs or parmesan cheese according to recipe instructions.
- Followed established recipes when creating specialty pizzas requested by customers.
- Crafted pizzas using proper amount of dough and quantities of toppings according to specifications.
- Organized food preparation stations and regularly replenished supplies.
- Stocked freezers and refrigerators to maintain adequate supply of ingredients and products.
- Operated pizza oven and brick oven along with other kitchen equipment to prepare authentic Italian dishes.
- Prepared multiple orders at once for speedy service.
Factory Worker
Rpsderra Irish meats
Jamestown , Leitrim
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Loaded and unloaded product from trucks, trailers, or other containers.
- Stacked boxes onto pallets for storage or shipment in an orderly manner.
- Utilized hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches.
- Sorted and packaged products to prepare for processing or shipment.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks and shelves by hand.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
- Measured and weighed items to meet quality standards and prevent waste.
Kitchen Porter
The Waterfront Restaurant
Cootehall , Roscommon
01.2020 - 02.2021
- Swept and mopped floors in the kitchen area.
- Stocked shelves with dry goods for use by cooks and chefs.
- Operated dishwashing machines to clean dishes, glasses, utensils..
- Removed dirty linen from dining area tables and replaced it with fresh linen as needed.
- Set up banquet tables with plates, cutlery, glassware and napkins for events taking place within the restaurant premises.
- Transported prepared food items from the kitchen to the dining room promptly using trolleys or carts.
- Conducted daily cleaning duties such as scrubbing down counters, stoves and ovens.
- Transported trash to dumpster, properly disposing of expired food items.
- Swept and mopped floors at end of shift to comply with sanitary regulations.
- Scraped and pre-rinsed food from dirty dishes and placed items in dishwashing machine.
- Washed and sanitized sinks, trashcans and surfaces to remove excess food waste.
Education
High School Diploma -
Colegiul National 'George Baritiu'
Cluj Napoca,Romania08-2018
Skills
- Professionalism and Courtesy
- Hygiene awareness
- Energy and stamina
- Heavy Lifting
- Surface cleaning
- Positive Attitude
- Trash Collection
- Punctual and Reliable
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Food safety understanding
- Adaptability
- Self Motivation
- Multitasking
- Banquet Setup
Languages
Romanian
First Language
English
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Timeline
Kitchen Porter
The Oarsman
09.2022 - Current
Pizza Maker
Apache Pizza
02.2022 - 08.2022
Factory Worker
Rpsderra Irish meats
06.2021 - 01.2022
Kitchen Porter
The Waterfront Restaurant
01.2020 - 02.2021
High School Diploma -
Colegiul National 'George Baritiu'
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