Jay Duhring
Ardrossan
Summary
Dedicated and dynamic, with a proven track record at Ardrossan Hotel Motel, I excel in kitchen efficiency and customer satisfaction. Expert in kitchen equipment operation and known for exceptional organizational skills, I significantly reduced cross-contamination risks and enhanced meal quality. My collaborative spirit and positive attitude drive continuous improvement, making me a valuable team asset.
Professional kitchen worker with experience in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and efficiency. Adept at food preparation, utensil sanitization, and ensuring safe and organized kitchen environment. Strong team collaborator who adapts to changing needs and focuses on achieving results. Reliable and flexible, with skills in multitasking, time management, and attention to detail.
Professional kitchen worker with proven expertise in maintaining kitchen efficiency and cleanliness. Skilled in food preparation, storage management, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability to changing kitchen needs.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Hand
Ardrossan Hotel Motel
06.2023 - 02.2025
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Supported chefs in food preparation tasks such as chopping ingredients, peeling vegetables, and marinating meats.
- Collaborated with other kitchen staff members to ensure smooth workflow during peak dining hours.
- Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
- Plated and presented food following chef requirements.
- Followed recipes and chef instructions to prepare food correctly.
- Transported food items from storage areas to kitchen for prepping.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
- Streamlined dishwashing process, allowing for quicker turnaround of kitchen utensils and cookware.
- Maintained inventory levels, ensuring availability of necessary supplies without overstocking.
- Reduced food waste by effectively managing food storage and rotation practices.
- Ensured kitchen cleanliness and hygiene standards were maintained, significantly reducing cross-contamination risks.
- Assisted in food preparation for enhanced meal quality and speed of service.
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
- Lifted and carried heavy materials.
- Assisted in setting up and breaking down kitchen stations.
- Pushed, pulled and transported large loads and objects.
Cook's Assistant
Seafood & Schnitzel
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
- Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
- Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
- Lifted and carried heavy materials.
- Pushed, pulled and transported large loads and objects.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Grocery Clerk
Drakes Supermarkets
04.2019 - 06.2021
- Stocked shelves and organized merchandise displays for easy retrieval.
- Rotated grocery products ensuring that expired or spoiled items were immediately removed and adhered to "first in, first out" rule.
- Cleaned and maintained store aisles and merchandise displays to provide customers with positive experience.
- Pleasantly greeted customers and provided prompt and courteous service.
- Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
- Used pallet jacks and hand trucks to move merchandise to sales floor for stocking.
- Communicated with customers and staff politely and professionally to uphold store standards.
- Helped customers complete purchases by moving heavy items, collecting payments, and bagging purchases.
- Removed trash, swept, and mopped floors for professional appearance.
- Retrieved items for customers and verified prices.
- Handled customer complaints with empathy and efficiency, restoring customer confidence.
- Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ardrossan Area School
Ardrossan 10-2021
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Product stocking
- Kitchen cleaning and maintenance
- Assisting customers
- Customer service
- Kitchen station restocking
- Flexible schedule
- Dishwashing
- Written and oral communication
- Work coordination
- Dishwashing expertise
- Salad creation
- Restocking produce
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Preparation techniques
- Store maintenance
- Kitchen organization
- Cleaning skills
- Cleaning proficiency
- Meat preparation
- Surface cleaning
- Knife skills
- Decision-making
- Cooking
- Cleanliness and sanitation
- Chopping vegetables
- Heavy lifting
- Loading and unloading procedures
- Rotating products
- Stock management
- Food tray delivery
- Monitoring inventory
- Weighing and measuring
- Maintaining displays
- Ingredient preparation
- Trash removal and recycling
- Safety standards
- Kitchen operations
- Store cleaning
- Trash removal
- Product knowledge
- Continuous improvement
- Meat cutting
- Salad bar and buffet maintenance
- Recipe following
- Workstation setup
- Sanitizing requirements
- Display setup
- Reliability
- Cardboard recycling
- Excellent communication
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Goal setting
- Weighing items
- Salad dressing preparation
- Hygiene standards
- Relationship building
- Kitchen staff support
- Team contribution
- Creative thinking
Timeline
Kitchen Hand
Ardrossan Hotel Motel
06.2023 - 02.2025
Cook's Assistant
Seafood & Schnitzel
06.2022 - 10.2022
Grocery Clerk
Drakes Supermarkets
04.2019 - 06.2021
High School Diploma -
Ardrossan Area School
Similar Profiles
Samuel MartinezSamuel Martinez
Cleaner at Motel 6 HotelCleaner at Motel 6 Hotel
Mckayla NelsonMckayla Nelson
Guest Service Representative at Motel 6 HotelGuest Service Representative at Motel 6 Hotel
Shalarwn CooperShalarwn Cooper
Cashier at Motel 6 HotelCashier at Motel 6 Hotel