Andrew Nielsen
MISSISSAUGA,ON
Summary
Dependable and hardworking employee with experience in fast-paced kitchens. Dynamic team player with strong attention to detail and good work ethic. Fast learner consistently meets deadlines without sacrificing quality. Reliable dishwasher with experience in fast-paced restaurant environments. Skilled in maintaining cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas, ensuring all dishes and utensils are sanitized and ready for use. Adapt at working efficiently under pressure while supporting kitchen staff needs. Contributed to improved workflow and kitchen efficiency through proactive cleaning schedule management.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Laboratory Assistant
Pro Art
Toronto, ON
07.2015 - 02.2020
- Produced models for the laboratory.
- Cleaned/Disinfected/Sanitized production work areas
- Maintained inventory of required materials
- Checked models for distortion and returned to office if severely distorted
Laboratory Assistant
Progenic Laboratory
Oakville, Ontario
02.2008 - 07.2015
- Cleaned, disinfected, and sanitized production work areas.
- Poured up the models using vacuum-mixed gypsum and die stone.
- Produced pinned models and mounted them..
- Kept an inventory of all required materials.
- I went where needed to assist the technicians.
- Cleaned and maintained equipment, and washed out the plaster traps.
Bakery Production Worker
Andrew's Hot Breads
Penzance, UK
04.2006 - 06.2007
- Unloaded large shipments of flour, sugar. into storage areas within the bakery facility.
- Measured ingredients accurately for production recipes.
- Ensured quality standards were met throughout the production process.
- Monitored oven temperatures during baking process.
- Operated automated bakery machinery in accordance with safety regulations.
- Inspected product for defects or deviations from standard specifications.
- Disposed of waste materials safely and responsibly in accordance with company policies.
- Weighed ingredients accurately to ensure consistency in product quality.
- Dismantled bakery machines after each use and cleaned them thoroughly before reassembling them again.
- Loaded raw ingredients into mixing machines according to instructions provided by supervisors.
- Adhered to strict hygiene protocols while handling food items.
- Rolled, cut and shaped dough to form bread, rolls, cookies, cupcakes, pie crusts and other baked goods.
Dishwasher
The Carvery
Penzance, UK
04.2005 - 06.2006
- Stocked service areas with clean plates, bowls, cups, and other items as needed.
- Ensured that workstations were kept neat and tidy throughout the shift.
- Checked temperatures of dishwashing machines to ensure proper functioning.
- Disposed of glassware that had been broken or chipped according to safety procedures.
- Loaded dirty dishes into the dishwasher racks and unloaded clean dishes from the washer onto carts or shelves.
- Sanitized surfaces after each use following standard sanitation practices.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning filters in the dishwashing machine.
- Removed garbage and trash to designated disposal areas in accordance with health regulations.
- Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
- Filled out daily logs regarding temperature readings of dishwashers as required by health department regulations.
- Unloaded trucks to move food and supplies from delivery vehicle to storage areas.
- Backed up kitchen team members during heavy work periods to maximize team coverage.
- Sanitized counters and wiped down surfaces following food preparation to prevent cross-contamination from raw meats.
- Inspected dishes closely to check for remnants of food or dirt.
- Observed safety regulations and used protective gear to clean knives and other sharp kitchen supplies.
- Adhered to sanitary regulations to prevent contamination with food products.
- Washed and sanitized sinks, trashcans and surfaces to remove excess food waste.
- Re-stocked clean washcloths, paper towels, sponges and other cleaning supplies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Clarkson Secondary Scholl
Mississauga, ON06-1994
Skills
- Sanitizing protocols
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Multitasking and organization
- Safety awareness
- Attention to detail
- Steady hand coordination
- High efficiency
- Heavy lifting
- Inventory management
- Dishwasher operation
- Hazardous chemical handling
- Efficient cleaning
- Equipment maintenance
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Utensil sorting
- Food safety regulations
- Water temperature control
- Trash removal
Certification
CPR/AED/FIRST-AID December/2024
SafeCheck Advanced Food Safety Handler November/2024
SafeCheck WHMIS With GHS Workplace Safety November/2024
Affiliations
- Ebiking
- Walking my Morkie dog Chester and recording him running ,posting to TikTok channel
- Aerial Photography with drone
- Tripod mounted photography (Lakeside)
Fundraising
- Annual fundraising for MS Foundation
Joseph O'Conner RDT ,Protea Manager9058441222
References available upon request.
Timeline
Laboratory Assistant
Pro Art
07.2015 - 02.2020
Laboratory Assistant
Progenic Laboratory
02.2008 - 07.2015
Bakery Production Worker
Andrew's Hot Breads
04.2006 - 06.2007
Dishwasher
The Carvery
04.2005 - 06.2006
CPR/AED/FIRST-AID December/2024
SafeCheck Advanced Food Safety Handler November/2024
SafeCheck WHMIS With GHS Workplace Safety November/2024
High School Diploma -
Clarkson Secondary Scholl
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