Professional Summary
Energetic and dependable dishwasher with hands-on experience in fast-paced Berlin hospitality environments. Thoroughly trained in food safety regulations, industrial wash equipment, and station sanitization to keep kitchen operations running smoothly.
Work Experience
Bistro Kiezgarten
Berlin, Germany
Kitchen Steward / Dishwasher
Jan 2025 – Present
- Operate industrial conveyor dishwashers and manage manual pot-washing stations during peak dinner shifts serving over 180 covers nightly.
- Sort, rinse, and stack porcelain, glassware, and cookware while adhering strictly to HACCP standards and local hygiene regulations.
- Maintain kitchen cleanliness by sweeping, mopping, taking out organic waste, and sanitizing prep surfaces and wash areas before closing.
- Assist kitchen staff with basic prep tasks, restocking clean stations, and unloading weekly dry-goods and produce deliveries.
Café Holzmarkt
Berlin, Germany
Dishwasher and Kitchen Assistant
Apr 2024 – Nov 2024
- Washed, dried, and polished glassware, cutlery, and service trays in a high-volume weekend brunch environment.
- Maintained chemical levels in commercial undercounter dishwashers and monitored sanitization water temperatures.
- Cleaned kitchen floor drains, waste disposal bins, and staff dining areas according to the shift cleaning schedule.
Education
Wilhelm-von-Humboldt-Gemeinschaftsschule
Mittlerer Schulabschluss · General Secondary Education · Berlin, Germany · Satisfactory · Aug 2008 – Jun 2012
Completed secondary general education with coursework in home economics, basic hygiene, and practical workshop training.
Skills
Commercial Dishwasher Operation
HACCP & Kitchen Sanitation
Chemical Handling & Dosage
Manual Pot Washing
Waste Separation & Disposal
Glassware Polishing
Inventory Restocking
Kitchen Station Sanitizing
Languages
German
C2
English
B2
Certifications
Infection Protection Act Certificate (Belehrung nach § 43 IfSG)
Bezirksamt Mitte von Berlin · Mar 2024
Volunteering
Berliner Nachbarschaftstafel e.V.
Berlin, Germany · Sept 2023 – Feb 2024
- Kitchen Helper Volunteer
- Sorted, cleaned, and organized cooking utensils and banquet dishes for community weekend meal distribution.
- Cleaned prep counters and sanitized washing stations after serving 120 community members.