Warangkana Sawanaporn
Summary
Adept Kitchen Assistant with a proven track record at Initia (Kimchi Dining), enhancing kitchen operations through expert food preparation and efficient cleaning practices. Skilled in knife techniques and maintaining high sanitation standards, I excel in fast-paced environments, demonstrating a strong work ethic and team collaboration. Achieved significant improvements in meal service efficiency and safety compliance.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Assistant
Initia ( Kimchi Dining )
Orchard Central Singapore
12.2023 - Current
- Assisted chefs in food preparation tasks, resulting in timely meal service.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow during peak hours.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workstations.
- Utilized knife skills to expertly chop, slice, and dice ingredients as needed for recipes.
- Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Provided backup support to other staff members during busy periods or staff shortages.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Accepted opportunities to learn new skills, improve performance and cross-train for other positions.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Ensured proper storage of ingredients to maintain freshness and reduce waste.
- Maintained strict compliance with food safety regulations, ensuring high-quality meals for patrons.
- Managed inventory for kitchen supplies, contributing to cost-effective operations.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Assisted in reducing kitchen waste through careful portion control measures.
- Operated standard kitchen equipment with focus on safety and sanitation.
- Reduced cross-contamination risks by strictly adhering to sanitation protocols when handling allergens.
- Promoted accident prevention through proper and acceptable levels of sanitation and cleanliness of kitchen.
- Tasked with removal of garbage and refuse, mopping and sweeping floors and washing walls.
- Streamlined dishwashing processes, enabling a faster turnaround time for serving customers.
- Maintained swift pace of work to meet business demands for cleaning and supplies storage.
- Trained new kitchen assistants on standard operating procedures and best practices, leading to a more efficient team overall.
- Developed strong communication skills by coordinating effectively with front-of-house staff during busy shifts.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Plated and presented food following chef requirements.
- Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
- Followed recipes and chef instructions to prepare food correctly.
- Transported food items from storage areas to kitchen for prepping.
- Operated kitchen equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions.
- 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.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
- Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
- Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
- Maintained high personal grooming standards and uniform presentation.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
- Operated food slicers, grinders and chopper in accordance with safety guidelines.
- Lifted and carried heavy materials.
- Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
- Assisted in setting up and breaking down kitchen stations.
- Pushed, pulled and transported large loads and objects.
- Monitored food temperature, discarding items not stored correctly.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Trained new staff on food preparation and safety procedures.
Education
Bachelor Of Business Administration - Faculty of Building Administration And Hotel Management
University of The Thai Chamber of Commerce
Bangkok Thailand Skills
- Chef support
- Safe Food Handling
- Food Preparation
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Food Safety
- Ingredient management
- Food storage protocol
- Meal presentation
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Food preparation mastery
- Ingredient Preparation
- Food Storage
- Allergen awareness
- Inventory Monitoring
- Health Code Compliance
- Portion Control
- High-volume dining
- Production Planning
- Knife Skills
- Ingredient Knowledge
- Sanitation Practices
- Order Accuracy
- Kitchen staff coordination
- Menu Planning
- Positive Attitude
- Dedicated Work Ethic
- Cooking
- Kitchen Cleaning and Maintenance
- Team Collaboration
- Kitchen Operations
- Punctual and Reliable
- Cleaning proficiency
- Workplace Health and Safety
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Surface cleaning
- Food safety knowledge
- Continuous Improvement
- Food safety understanding
- Food Quality Standards
- Chopping vegetables
- Sanitation and Sterilization Procedures
- Kitchen Organization
- Food safety measures
- Equipment Cleaning
- Sauce preparation
- Food presentation
- Team contribution
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Weighing and Measuring
- Kitchen Staff Support
- Relationship Building
- Dessert Preparation
- Vegetable and Fruit Preparation
- Sweeping and Mopping
- Meat Preparation
- Floor Vacuuming
- Sauce and Soup Cooking
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Chinese (Mandarin)
Beginner (A1)
Timeline
Kitchen Assistant
Initia ( Kimchi Dining )
12.2023 - Current
Bachelor Of Business Administration - Faculty of Building Administration And Hotel Management
University of The Thai Chamber of Commerce