Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
Education Qualifications
Key Skills Attributes
Timeline
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ASHLEY MURN

ASHLEY MURN

Tewantin,Queensland

Summary

An accomplished, motivated, and enthusiastic professional Head Chef with almost 20 years of experience in various culinary settings, including Italian, Modern Australian, Tapas, Breakfast Café, and Banquets. Passionate about delivering high-quality service and food, I am committed to exceeding expectations by working both independently and as part of a team in dynamic and challenging roles. Demonstrating perseverance and excellence in every challenge and creating an enthusiastic working environment, I am now seeking an exciting and challenging new position.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Roving Chef

Arcare Aged Care
05.2024 - Current
  • Prepare and cook high-quality meals in accordance with menu specifications
  • Ensure all dishes are presented to the highest standards
  • Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, adhering to health and safety regulations
  • Manage inventory, order supplies, and minimize waste
  • Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure seamless operations
  • Innovate and contribute to menu development, incorporating seasonal and locally sourced ingredients.

Manager/head Chef

Village Bicycle
07.2020 - 05.2024
  • Oversee daily kitchen and bar operations in a fast-paced bar restaurant
  • Responsible for menu development and concepts for promotional specials
  • Lead by example and delegate tasks to the restaurant team
  • Collaborate with the team to ensure high-quality service to customers.

Head Chef / Bar Manager

Land and Sea Brewery / Fortune Distillery
04.2018 - 07.2020
  • Organize day-to-day kitchen operations, delegate tasks to kitchen staff, complete rosters, and prepare for events
  • Develop and innovate menus, contributing to brand development
  • Deliver exceptional service in a fast-paced environment
  • Perform under direction with minimal guidance to meet team deliverables.

Owner / Chef

Carve Deli
04.2016 - 04.2017
  • Owned and operated a small pop-up bar in Perigian Beach
  • Executed successful brand development, creating a unique dining experience for customers
  • Lead by example to motivate the team and deliver high-quality food and service
  • Develop strong rapport with customers to support productive working relationships.

Head Chef

Pier 11 Restaurant
01.2015 - 04.2016
  • Rebranded the restaurant from a Steakhouse to a Modern Australian Style Bistro on the Noosa Marina
  • Implemented new menu procedures and concepts, delivering high-quality food and service
  • Managed the kitchen team and assisted where necessary.

11.2014 - 01.2015

Skills

  • Food safety and sanitation
  • Knife Skills
  • Cooking techniques
  • Food quality
  • Kitchen Management
  • Food presentation
  • Meal Preparation
  • Effective Communications
  • Kitchen Operations
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Grilling Techniques
  • Ingredient Knowledge
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Food plating and presentation
  • Allergen awareness
  • Sauce preparation
  • Sanitation Guidelines
  • Food pairing
  • Plating techniques
  • Recipe creation
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Sanitation Practices
  • Staff Coordination
  • Menu development
  • Banquets and catering
  • Menu Planning
  • Recipe Development
  • Nutrition knowledge
  • Made-to-order meals

Education Qualifications

  • 2024 White Card
  • 2024 First Aid and CPR
  • 2023 HIA - Food Safety Supervision Certificate
  • 2020 HIA - Food Safety Supervision Skill Set
  • 2017 HIA - Responsible Service of Alcohol
  • 2017 HIA - Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery
  • 2014 HIA - Food Safety Course
  • 2009 Elizabeth TAFE - Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
  • 2006 Regency TAFE - Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
  • 2006 Regency TAFE - MSA Module 1-3
  • 2002 Radisson Playford - Dominant Chemical Training
  • 2002 Glenunga International High School - SACE Certificate

Key Skills Attributes

  • Highly skilled in all sections of Italian, Modern Australian, Tapas, Breakfast Café, and Banquet Restaurants
  • Expertise in pans, grill, pizzas, larder, desserts, pastries, and expediting the pass
  • Experienced in menu development and event hosting
  • Hardworking, reliable, and honest with a friendly and positive attitude
  • Developed leadership skills with the ability to lead by example and self-motivate
  • High degree of personal drive and integrity to deliver a successful catering experience
  • Capable of working collaboratively in a team environment to maximize kitchen productivity and staff performance
  • Knowledge of brand development
  • Sound knowledge of local seasonal produce, beer, and cocktails
  • Understanding of stock control procedures
  • Thorough understanding of all key health and sanitation concerns
  • Energetic personality with a strong work ethic
  • Contribute to effective teamwork by developing an understanding of roles and working collaboratively
  • Adaptable, flexible, goal-oriented, and self-motivated
  • Excellent interpersonal, client service skills, and written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities and time management skills
  • Driven to continuously improve and succeed while meeting organizational objectives

Timeline

Roving Chef

Arcare Aged Care
05.2024 - Current

Manager/head Chef

Village Bicycle
07.2020 - 05.2024

Head Chef / Bar Manager

Land and Sea Brewery / Fortune Distillery
04.2018 - 07.2020

Owner / Chef

Carve Deli
04.2016 - 04.2017

Head Chef

Pier 11 Restaurant
01.2015 - 04.2016

11.2014 - 01.2015

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