Janet Makanganya
Kitchen Assistant
Belgrade
Summary
Hardworking Kitchen Assistant well-versed in food preparation techniques and inventory management to maintain consistent stock of needed supplies. Shoulders multiple kitchen tasks in support of cooks and servers. Thrives in busy environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Kitchen Assistant
Ole Restaurant
11.2024 - Current
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workstations.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Developed strong communication skills by coordinating effectively with front-of-house staff during busy shifts.
- Operated standard kitchen equipment with focus on safety and sanitation.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Kitchen Assistant
Lola Restaurant
02.2024 - 11.2024
- Analyze problems, provide solutions
- Basic Prep: Washing, peeling, chopping, and slicing vegetables and fruits.
- Portioning: Measuring ingredients and weighing portions to ensure consistency and reduce waste.
- Basic Cooking: Assisting with simple tasks like boiling pasta, preparing salads, or making basic sauces under supervision.
- Safety Compliance: Following all Health and Safety guidelines to prevent slips, trips, and fires.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
Education
High School Diploma -
Nketa High School
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Specis College
Providence, RI 04.2001 -
Skills
Problem-solving
Team Collaboration
Chef support
Kitchen equipment operation
Ingredient management
High volume dining
Food safety
Cleaning and sanitizing
Certification
2021, Certified Full-Stack Developer
Interests
Art
Reading
Travelling
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 01/01/1995
Awards
- 2021, Outstanding Contribution Award
- 2020, Collaboration Award
Timeline
Kitchen Assistant
Ole Restaurant
11.2024 - Current
Kitchen Assistant
Lola Restaurant
02.2024 - 11.2024
High School Diploma -
Nketa High School
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Specis College
04.2001 -