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KNOWLEDGE HAMANDAWANA
GALLEY ATTENDANT
Pretoria,GP
Summary
Dependable and hardworking hospitality professional with extensive experience as a Kitchen Utility Cleaner in busy, high-volume food service settings. Expert in ensuring spotless kitchen and galley areas, safely operating equipment, and consistently following strict hygiene and sanitation protocols. Known for a strong work ethic, flexibility, and a proactive approach to supporting efficient kitchen operations. Physically fit, energetic, and committed to maintaining a safe, well-organized, and productive workplace while upholding the highest professional standards.
Overview
1
1
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Utility Cleaner
Menlyn Boutique Hotel
04.2024 - Current
- Clean, sanitize, and handle dishes, utensils, pots, and pans using commercial dishwashing equipment while following hygiene standards.
- Ensure kitchen work areas, floor, and storage spaces remain clean, orderly, and well maintained at all times.
- Assist kitchen staff by organizing and returning clean dishes and equipment to their designated storage areas.
- Dispose of food waste and debris according to established sanitation and waste management procedures.
- Follow safety guidelines when handling cleaning chemicals and operating dishwashing equipment.
- Collaborate with kitchen team members to maintain an efficient, organized, and productive kitchen environment.
- Perform routine cleaning and basic upkeep of dishwashing machines and related kitchen equipment.
Dishwasher
The Radisson Blu Hotel Sandton
03.2019 - 03.2024
- Washed, sanitized, and properly handled dishes, pots, pans, and kitchen utensils in compliance with hygiene standards.
- Safely handled and stored cleaning chemicals while following all safety and handling regulations.
- Maintained a clean and organized kitchen environment, including floors, work surfaces, sinks, storage areas, and waste disposal stations.
- Assisted with receiving and storing food deliveries, including safely lifting and moving heavy items when required.
- Supported efficient kitchen operations by ensuring utensils, equipment, and workstations remained organized during busy service periods.
- Contributed to daily cleaning schedules and periodic deep-cleaning tasks to uphold sanitation and food safety standards.
Education
High School Certificate - undefined
Skills
Dishwashing & sanitizing
Deep cleaning
Equipment hand-washing
SOP compliance
Chemical safety
Waste management
Inventory monitoring
Kitchen organization
Food delivery handling
Physical stamina
Time management
Attention to detail
Teamwork & collaboration
Safety compliance
Positive attitude
References
Available Upon Request.
AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS
Maintained 100% compliance with food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards., Successfully cleaned and sanitized over 1,000 kitchen utensils, dishes, and equipment daily., Contributed to achieving excellent health and safety inspection results.
Affiliations
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Timeline
Kitchen Utility Cleaner
Menlyn Boutique Hotel
04.2024 - Current
Dishwasher
The Radisson Blu Hotel Sandton
03.2019 - 03.2024