Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Australian Service Medal
Timeline
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Alexandra Byrnes

Yungaburra

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Education Queensland, excelling in food preparation and storage. Proven ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety while managing kitchen staff. Strong communicator and team player, adept at delivering quality meals efficiently during peak service periods, ensuring customer satisfaction and repeat business.

Overview

43
43
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Cook

Education Queensland
07.2016 - 05.2025
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen, meeting or exceeding health department requirements.
  • Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Efficiently handled high-volume service periods without sacrificing quality or consistency in food preparation.
  • Managed kitchen staff, ensuring proper training and adherence to safety protocols for a safe working environment.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.

ChefCook

Apex/Spotless
08.2016 - 07.2017
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

Cook/Chef

Malanda RSL
01.2007 - 08.2016
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.

Cook/Kitchenhand

Lake Eacham Hotel/Yungaburra Pub
10.2002 - 10.2006
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.

Various, House Keeping, Strawberry Picking.,

Shaylees, LaKe Eacham Van Park
06.1997 - 09.2002
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Administrative Service Officer Grade 4

Australian Federal Government
06.1982 - 06.1997

Various positions including Dept of Taxation Melbourne ASO1


Department of Defence Royal Australian Naval Reserve HMAS Waterhen HMAS Cairns ASO2


Department of Employment Education and youth Affairs, including

Commonwealth Employment Service Cairns ASO3

Employment Assistance Australia Atherton AS04


Education

No Degree - Food Safety Supervisor

Club Training Australia
05-2023

No Degree - Cert 4 Hospitality

Gold Coast Tafe
Goldcoast
06-2015

No Degree - Cert 3 Commercial Cookery (RPL)

Cairns Tafe
Cairns, QLD
05-2012

High School Diploma -

Monterey High
Victoria
12-1981

Skills

  • Verbal and written communication
  • Food storage
  • Food preparation
  • Meal preparation

Australian Service Medal

Spend 6 Years in Australian Army Reserve, from the age of 17 to 23.  proudly serving as a WRAAC. at 2/15 Field Regiment Royal Australian Artillery, i was employed in the Orderly Room which is responsible for admin within the unit including Travel, Pay and Allowance. I achieved the rank of Full Corporal.

Timeline

ChefCook

Apex/Spotless
08.2016 - 07.2017

Head Cook

Education Queensland
07.2016 - 05.2025

Cook/Chef

Malanda RSL
01.2007 - 08.2016

Cook/Kitchenhand

Lake Eacham Hotel/Yungaburra Pub
10.2002 - 10.2006

Various, House Keeping, Strawberry Picking.,

Shaylees, LaKe Eacham Van Park
06.1997 - 09.2002

Administrative Service Officer Grade 4

Australian Federal Government
06.1982 - 06.1997

No Degree - Food Safety Supervisor

Club Training Australia

No Degree - Cert 4 Hospitality

Gold Coast Tafe

No Degree - Cert 3 Commercial Cookery (RPL)

Cairns Tafe

High School Diploma -

Monterey High
Alexandra Byrnes