José Nascimento
York,ON
Summary
I have a basic knowledge about Word, Excel and PowerPoint. I have worked as a general assistant in a store for 5 months and as a kitchen helper in a portuguese restaurant for one year. I have good typing skills. Also I work hard in any type of work assigned to me. I have experience with housekeeping (floor cleaning, dusty removal, dishwashing and)
Developed skills in fast-paced retail environment, focusing on efficiency and accuracy in stock management. Demonstrated ability to maintain organized inventory systems and support smooth operations. Seeking to transition into new field where these transferable skills can contribute to team success and operational excellence.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Restocker
- Organized and restocked merchandise to ensure optimal product availability.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking stock levels and reporting discrepancies.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to promote safety and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline stocking processes and reduce downtime.
- Checked and pulled defective or expired products from shelves.
- Maintained well-organized restocking areas to avoid blocking aisles or creating safety hazards.
- Assisted customers in locating products, providing exceptional service while restocking shelves.
- Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
- Unloaded arriving product stock and moved to store display areas.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards throughout the store, ensuring aisles remained free from obstructions during restocking activities.
- Optimized shelf space utilization by rearranging displays for better visibility and accessibility of products.
Kitchen Helper
Galina's BBQ
09.2024 - Current
- Assisted in food preparation, ensuring adherence to safety and sanitation standards.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen equipment and work areas to promote efficiency.
- Supported cooking staff by organizing ingredients and utensils for meal preparation.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline kitchen operations during peak hours.
- Monitored inventory levels and reported shortages to management for timely replenishment.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by assisting with meal preparation and ensuring timely food delivery to customers.
- Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
- Supported a clean and organized workspace by performing daily kitchen maintenance tasks, contributing to a safe work environment.
- Optimized workflow in the kitchen by effectively juggling multiple responsibilities under high-pressure situations, resulting in smooth operations.
- Provided reliable assistance during peak hours, managing time efficiently while maintaining a high level of quality control in food preparation.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Followed recipes and chef instructions to prepare food correctly.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Transported food items from storage areas to kitchen for prepping.
- Unloaded food deliveries and stored items in proper locations for easy access.
- Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
- Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
- Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
- Lifted and carried heavy materials.
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
- Pushed, pulled and transported large loads and objects.
- Monitored cooking times and temperatures to achieve consistent product quality.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring adequate supply of ingredients for daily operations.
- Implemented portion control measures to minimize waste during meal service.
- Adapted quickly to changing menu items based on customer preferences and seasonal availability.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict sanitation standards.
- Regularly updated inventory levels, reducing waste and ensuring the availability of fresh ingredients at all times.
- Managed grill temperatures effectively to ensure optimal cooking conditions for various meats and vegetables.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Operated grill equipment to prepare high-quality food items efficiently.
- Responded promptly to customer special requests, ensuring satisfaction with meal presentation and taste.
- Managed grill station during busy periods, effectively handling multiple orders simultaneously while maintaining quality standards.
- Maintained clean, organized grill stations for hygienic, orderly food preparation.
Skills
- Snow Removal
- Fundamental mathematics
- Adaptable availability
- Collaborative teamwork
- Floor cleaning
- Food preservation
- Efficient kitchen organization
- Emotional awareness
- Residential cleaning
- Effective listening
- Thorough cleaning
- Resilience under pressure
- Clothes laundering
- Waste management
- Efficient truck loading
- Effective surface cleaning
- Organizational time strategies
- Commercial Dishwashers
- Consistently punctual
- Proficient in organization techniques
- Intrinsic motivation
- Sanitation and hygiene
- Efficient dishwashing
- Food preparation
- Sanitation standards
- Kitchen organization
- Inventory management
Work Experience
- Flexible Schedule
- Self Motivation
- Truck loading
- Time Management
- Emotional Intelligence
- Stress Tolerance
- Basic Math
- Active Listening
- Punctual and Reliable
- Trash Collection
- Team Collaboration
- Deep cleaning
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Sweeping and Mopping
- Snow Removal
- Laundry
- Housekeeping
- Surface cleaning
- Kitchen Organization
- Food storage
- Commercial Dishwashers
- Dishwashing
Languages
English
Limited Working
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Kitchen Helper
Galina's BBQ
09.2024 - Current