28/08/2026
SAMPLE UTILITY / DISHWASHER CV
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JOHN DOE
UTILITY | DISHWASHER | GALLEY STEWARD
📍 Cape Town, South Africa
📞 +27 XX ### ###X
✉️ [email protected]
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Hardworking, reliable, and physically fit Utility / Dishwasher with hotel experience in Cape Town. Experienced in washing dishes, cleaning kitchen equipment, maintaining sanitation standards, and keeping kitchen and work areas clean and organized. Able to work long hours in a fast-paced environment and as part of a multicultural team. Seeking an opportunity to work onboard a cruise ship.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Utility / Dishwasher
Cape Town Lodge Hotel – Cape Town, South Africa
2024 – 2026
Washed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, cutlery, and kitchen equipment.
Operated commercial dishwashing machines.
Maintained cleanliness in the kitchen and dishwashing area.
Removed garbage and followed proper waste disposal procedures.
Assisted with cleaning floors, walls, and kitchen equipment.
Followed food safety, hygiene, and health and safety procedures.
Supported kitchen staff during busy service periods.
Kitchen Utility / Dishwasher
Seaside View Hotel – Cape Town, South Africa
2022 – 2024
Cleaned and organized dishes, glassware, and cooking equipment.
Ensured a continuous supply of clean utensils to the kitchen.
Cleaned workstations and back-of-house areas.
Assisted with garbage removal and recycling.
Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation.
Worked effectively under pressure in a busy hotel kitchen.
Followed instructions from supervisors and kitchen management.
KEY SKILLS
Dishwashing and sanitation
Kitchen cleaning
Commercial dishwasher operation
Pot washing
Waste management
Food safety and hygiene
Teamwork
Time management
Ability to work under pressure
Physical stamina
Attention to detail
EDUCATION
High School Certificate
LANGUAGES
English
Additional local languages
REFERENCES
Available upon request
This is a good entry-level cruise ship CV example for someone applying as a Utility, Dishwasher, Galley Steward, or Kitchen Steward.