Ashleigh Hedger
Cessnock,NSW
Summary
Dynamic Executive Chef with a proven track record at The Gates Restaurant, excelling in menu development and cost control. Renowned for fostering teamwork and enhancing guest experiences through innovative culinary creations. Adept at managing kitchen operations while ensuring compliance with safe food handling practices. Passionate about delivering exceptional dining experiences.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
The Gates Restaurant @ Leogate Estate
07.2022 - Current
- Directed culinary operations, ensuring high standards of food quality and presentation.
- Developed and executed seasonal menus, incorporating local ingredients for freshness.
- Managed kitchen staff, providing training and mentoring to improve performance and efficiency.
- Collaborated with front-of-house teams to streamline service flow and enhance guest interactions.
- Fostered a positive work environment, promoting teamwork and open communication among staff members.
Sous Chef
Cessnock Leagues Club
10.2020 - 07.2022
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
- Collaborated with management on inventory control, reducing waste through effective resource management.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Chef
Anglican Care
04.2020 - 10.2020
- I was employed at this position during the first COVID 19 lock down.
- Oversaw kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards to maintain quality.
- Streamlined food preparation processes, improving efficiency while maintaining high standards of cleanliness.
Chef De Partie
The Wood Restaurant @ Brokenwood
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and timely service.
- Developed and executed daily menus, enhancing culinary offerings and customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with suppliers to source high-quality ingredients, maintaining freshness standards.
Sous Chef
Hunters Quarter
10.2016 - 02.2019
- Collaborated with management on inventory control, reducing waste through effective resource management.
- Resolved customer complaints swiftly, enhancing dining experience and satisfaction levels.
- Assisted in budget planning by monitoring ingredient costs and labor expenses effectively.
Sous Chef
Harvest Restaurant @ Hope Estate
09.2015 - 10.2016
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
- Contributed to successful catering events by coordinating meal preparation and execution, exceeding client expectations on each occasion.
Sous Chef
The Mill Restaurant @ Tuscany Wine Estate
11.2014 - 09.2015
- Enhanced overall restaurant efficiency by streamlining kitchen operations and implementing effective time management strategies.
- Developed strong relationships with local vendors, securing fresh ingredients at competitive prices while supporting community businesses.
- Significantly reduced preparation times by optimizing kitchen layout and equipment placement.
Apprentice Chef - Chef De Partie
The Legends Grill @ The Vintage
05.2011 - 10.2014
- Prepared and plated dishes following established recipes and presentation standards.
- Set up food stations by following chef's orders.
- Collaborated with senior chefs to develop new techniques and improve existing recipes.
Apprentice Chef
Mr Magoo's Brasserie @ Mayfield Hotel
10.2010 - 04.2011
Cook
The Grand Hotel
08.2010 - 10.2010
Kitchen Hand - Cook
Triple Octopus - Swansea Bowling Club
10.2009 - 10.2010
Kitchen Hand
Deck 56
12.2009 - 03.2010
Education
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
TAFE NSW
NSWCertificate II - Tourism And Hospitality
TAFE NSW
NSWSkills
- Fine dining
- Catering and events
- Cost control
- Menu development
- Safe food handling
- Kitchen management
- Vendor relationship
- Dietary restrictions
- Strong work ethic
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Executive Chef
The Gates Restaurant @ Leogate Estate
07.2022 - Current
Sous Chef
Cessnock Leagues Club
10.2020 - 07.2022
Chef
Anglican Care
04.2020 - 10.2020
Chef De Partie
The Wood Restaurant @ Brokenwood
02.2019 - 03.2020
Sous Chef
Hunters Quarter
10.2016 - 02.2019
Sous Chef
Harvest Restaurant @ Hope Estate
09.2015 - 10.2016
Sous Chef
The Mill Restaurant @ Tuscany Wine Estate
11.2014 - 09.2015
Apprentice Chef - Chef De Partie
The Legends Grill @ The Vintage
05.2011 - 10.2014
Apprentice Chef
Mr Magoo's Brasserie @ Mayfield Hotel
10.2010 - 04.2011
Cook
The Grand Hotel
08.2010 - 10.2010
Kitchen Hand
Deck 56
12.2009 - 03.2010
Kitchen Hand - Cook
Triple Octopus - Swansea Bowling Club
10.2009 - 10.2010
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
TAFE NSW
Certificate II - Tourism And Hospitality
TAFE NSW
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