Steven Ogbonnaya
Welland,Ontario
Summary
Motivated kitchen worker ready to build foundation in food service. Eager to learn all kitchen roles and contribute to team success. Dependable, reliable and hardworking with basic cleaning, sanitizing and stock management skills. Dedicated to maintaining full stocks of clean dishes and utensils to meet expected customer needs. Safety- and team-oriented with organized and efficient approach to handling simultaneous tasks. Seek challenging new role with opportunity to advance in fast-paced kitchen environment. Knowledgeable about organizing supplies, sanitizing dishes and collecting trash to boost kitchen efficiency. Trained in different kitchen positions and skilled at providing top-notch coverage for any role. Basic English and French abilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Dishwasher
Hilton Hill
01.2023 - Current
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace for fellow staff members.
- Reduced dish breakage by carefully handling delicate items during the washing process.
- Ensured consistent cleanliness by adhering to strict sanitation procedures for all dishes, utensils, and equipment.
- Supported overall restaurant operations by promptly restocking clean dishes and utensils in designated areas.
- Maintained proper temperatures, behaviors, and controls to meet or exceed health department standards.
- Gently moved glassware, crystal, and other delicate items to prevent breakage.
- Increased machine efficiency by scraping and pre-washing dishes.
- Boosted team efficiency by keeping kitchen areas organized, clean, and properly sanitized.
- Disinfected counters and wiped down food prep surfaces to prevent illness and cross-contamination from raw meats.
- Stored dishes, utensils and kitchen equipment in proper locations.
- Adjusted water to correct temperature for optimum cleaning, rinsing and sanitizing.
- Inspected dishwashing equipment and reported issues to supervisor.
- Washed equipment, surfaces, refrigerators, and other areas and applied sanitizing chemicals.
- Completed extra cleaning work on garbage cans, racks, dry storage areas and other fixtures to keep kitchen spotless.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Completed additional cleaning tasks within the kitchen area, contributing to an overall sanitary work environment.
- Maintained a safe working environment by properly using and storing cleaning chemicals according to safety guidelines.
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with kitchen staff members.
- Maximized dishwasher efficiency by regularly inspecting and performing minor maintenance on the machine when necessary.
Kitchen Assistant
Ridley College
01.2023 - Current
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workstations.
- Assisted chefs in food preparation tasks, resulting in timely meal service.
- Ensured proper storage of ingredients to maintain freshness and reduce waste.
- Managed inventory for kitchen supplies, contributing to cost-effective operations.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow during peak hours.
- Received positive feedback from customers on meal presentation and taste, contributing to repeat business.
- Provided backup support to other staff members during busy periods or staff shortages.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Accepted opportunities to learn new skills, improve performance and cross-train for other positions.
- Pushed, pulled and transported large loads and objects.
- Lifted and carried heavy materials.
- Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
- Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
- Assisted in setting up and breaking down kitchen stations.
- Removed trash and cleaned kitchen garbage containers.
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Monitored inventory deliveries to minimize product losses and prep for service.
Industrial Sewing Machine Operator
Ndukwe Okorie
05.2018 - 06.2020
- Improved production efficiency by consistently meeting and exceeding daily quotas in sewing operations.
- Maintained high quality standards by conducting regular inspections of finished products for defects.
- Optimized workflow by organizing workstations, ensuring all necessary tools and materials were readily available.
- Reduced downtime with proactive maintenance of industrial sewing machines, promptly identifying and resolving technical issues.
- Enhanced team productivity through effective communication and collaboration with fellow machine operators and supervisors.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by adhering to company safety policies and procedures at all times.
- Streamlined the manufacturing process by swiftly completing assigned tasks according to established guidelines and specifications.
- Increased overall product quality with meticulous attention to detail while operating various types of sewing machines.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper sewing techniques, equipment usage, and workplace safety protocols.
- Matched up cloth by pattern and die lot to reach quality goals on finished shoes.
- Set appropriate stops and guides to specified lengths as indicated by scale, rule, or template.
- Handled custom adjustments to create pieces meeting unique customer requirements.
- Identified malfunctions or failures by routinely monitoring and analyzing equipment operations.
- Supported performance targets by maintaining clean and neat work areas.
- Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
- Finalized products by attaching hardware, labels and tags and preparing shipments.
- Prevented materials waste by completing accurate measurements and precise cuts.
Education
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering Technician
Niagara College
Welland, ON06.2024
Skills
- Quality Control
- Supply Restocking
- Kitchen Equipment Use
- Safety Awareness
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Troubleshooting Skills
- Dishwasher Operation
- Machine Operation
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Cleaning Procedures
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Efficient Nature
- Chemical Use
- Equipment Operation
- Organizational Strengths
- Interactive Communication Skills
- Inventory Management
- Restocking Skills
- Chemical Handling
- Event Setup
- Critical Thinking
- Table Cleaning and Arranging
- Inventory Storage and Organization
- Team Player
- Decision-Making
- Work Area Maintenance
- Kitchen Support
- Sorting and Recycling
- Proactive and Self-Motivated
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Kitchen Equipment Maintenance
- Food Packaging and Preparation
- Interpersonal Communication
- Operation Monitoring
- Heavy Lifting
- Food Safety Protocols
- Fast-paced environment
- Reliability
- Adaptability
- Safety protocols
- Conflict resolution
- Efficient cleaning
- Strong work ethic
- Multitasking abilities
- Punctuality
- Equipment maintenance
- Energy conservation
- Stress tolerance
- Record keeping
- Resourcefulness
- Attention to detail
- Waste disposal
- Proper sanitation
- Self-motivation
- Decision making
- Organizational skills
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Dishwasher
Hilton Hill
01.2023 - Current
Kitchen Assistant
Ridley College
01.2023 - Current
Industrial Sewing Machine Operator
Ndukwe Okorie
05.2018 - 06.2020
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering Technician
Niagara College
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