Kitchen Hand Cover Letter Template

Dear Hiring Manager, I recently helped run a busy prep line and dish station for a small kitchen, where I learned the rhythm of a service with 60 covers plus. In that role, I kept the dishwashing area moving smoothly and helped prep veg and basics for the line. I can bring practical know-how to [Company Name], including using standard cleaning and stock procedures that keep the kitchen safe and compliant, with a focus on reliability and efficiency during peak times. I’ve got solid hands-on skills in washing, sanitising, and basic food prep, plus a habit of checking stock and restocking as needed. I work well with cooks and managers, follow health and safety rules, and keep work areas clean without getting in anyone’s way. I’m comfortable with basic stock checks, labelling, and communicating when items run low. One afternoon at [Previous Company], we hit a busy service and the dish pit was running flat out. I helped clear a backlog by prioritising washing cycles, sanitising stations, and passing clean dishes to the pass. We reduced plate wash time by about 20 percent and kept the prep area tidy, which helped the team stay focused and stop bottlenecks forming. I’m available to discuss the role at [Company Name] and can start soon. If you’d like to chat about how I fit the team and the daily tasks, I’m happy to talk at your convenience. Kind regards, [Your Name]