JOHN MANINGI NYAMBURA

Kitchen Hand

Panda HUT Express

12.2023 - Current

Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
Plated and presented food following chef requirements.
Transported food items from storage areas to kitchen for prepping.
Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
Unloaded food deliveries and stored items in proper locations for easy access.
Monitored food temperatures and quality throughout shifts.
Operated kitchen equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions.
Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
Followed recipes and chef instructions to prepare food correctly.
Monitored inventory deliveries to minimize product losses and prep for service.
Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
Monitored food temperature, discarding items not stored correctly.
Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
Maintained high personal grooming standards and uniform presentation.
Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
Trained new staff on food preparation and safety procedures.
Pushed, pulled and transported large loads and objects.
Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
Operated food slicers, grinders and chopper in accordance with safety guidelines.
Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
Used manual or electric appliances to clean, peel, slice and trim foods.
Removed trash and cleaned kitchen garbage containers.
Lifted and carried heavy materials.
Assisted in setting up and breaking down kitchen stations.
Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.