Balagumaran Sivagipala
Cornwall,ON
Summary
Hardworking Kitchen Hand known for handling support tasks, mopping floors, maintaining food safety and restocking pantry items. Considered motivated and efficient worker. Energetic Kitchen Staff Member with progressive experience in heavy traffic restaurant environments. Passionate culinary specialist with drive to master food preparation and deliver top-quality meals and service. Personable team player well-versed at stepping up to meet diverse and demanding kitchen needs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Staff Member
Pegasus Reef Hotel
01.2021 - 09.2023
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict hygiene standards for optimal food safety.
- Plated and presented food following chef requirements.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Operated kitchen equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions.
- Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
Cook's Assistant
Pizza Hut
11.2017 - 08.2020
- Plated and garnished dishes for uniform presentation standards.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
- Prepared food orders to support waitstaff and other team members.
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
Sales Representative
AB Mauri
01.2014 - 09.2017
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and address customer needs.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends for informed decision-making during client interactions.
- Used customer insights to develop innovative sales strategies to increase sales.
- Trained and mentored new sales representatives.
Merchandiser
Nestle
01.2011 - 11.2013
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing product knowledge and recommending suitable items based on individual needs.
- Created interior displays to promote products in alignment with corporate sales objectives.
- Coordinated special events or promotions within the store environment, creating excitement around featured products or limited-time offers.
- Collaborated with store managers to devise store layouts and establish aesthetic appeal.
Education
High School Diploma -
St,michaels College
Batticaloa,srilanka01.2011
Skills
- Workstation setup
- Kitchen Cleaning and Maintenance
- Food Portioning and Packaging
- Kitchen Staff Support
- Dishwashing
Languages
English
Professional Working
Tamil
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Kitchen Staff Member
Pegasus Reef Hotel
01.2021 - 09.2023
Cook's Assistant
Pizza Hut
11.2017 - 08.2020
Sales Representative
AB Mauri
01.2014 - 09.2017
Merchandiser
Nestle
01.2011 - 11.2013
High School Diploma -
St,michaels College
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