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Nima Gurung

Summary

Enthusiastic and reliable restaurant waiter and kitchen helper providing excellent customer service and supporting kitchen operations in fast-paced environments. Skilled in multitasking, ensuring customer satisfaction, and maintaining a clean and organized work area. Adept at working collaboratively with both front-of-house and back-of-house teams to deliver a seamless dining experience. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of service and food quality. Ready to bring dedication and a positive attitude to a dynamic team.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Kitchen Hand

Broadway Cafe And Lounge
06.2023 - 10.2024
  • 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.
  • Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
  • Developed strong time management skills, effectively prioritizing tasks to ensure completion within allocated timeframes.
  • Ensured kitchen cleanliness and hygiene standards were maintained, significantly reducing cross-contamination risks.
  • Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.

Restaurant Waiter

Hangout De' Cafe
02.2022 - 08.2023
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas for optimal guest experience.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Quickly reset and cleaned up tables after customers left to enable speedy turnaround and guest flow.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
  • Processed cash and credit card transactions accurately, maintaining accountability for all sales revenue generated during shifts.
  • Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and anticipating guest needs.
  • Maintained professional demeanor under pressure while managing challenging situations involving dissatisfied customers.

Education

Diploma in Civil Engineering Level 6

UNITEC Institute of Technology
Auckland, NZ
11-2026

Skills

  • Kitchen cleaning and maintenance
  • Food preparation
  • Chopping vegetables
  • Service quality
  • Customer service
  • Housekeeping
  • Hospitality background
  • Good Communication
  • Sweeping and mopping
  • Time management
  • Efficient cleaning techniques
  • Computer Skills

Languages

English
Hindi
Nepali

References

Available on request.

Timeline

Kitchen Hand

Broadway Cafe And Lounge
06.2023 - 10.2024

Restaurant Waiter

Hangout De' Cafe
02.2022 - 08.2023

Diploma in Civil Engineering Level 6

UNITEC Institute of Technology
Nima Gurung