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Bailey Marcelino-Tucker
Crookwell,NSW
Summary
Motivated and dedicated professional with a strong work ethic and a flair for creativity, eager to contribute to dynamic teams or excel in individual roles. Open to full-time opportunities, with a commitment to continuous learning and achieving new goals. Proven ability to collaborate effectively while demonstrating independence, consistently striving to meet and exceed company objectives. Passionate about leveraging skills to drive success and support organizational growth.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
Diggers by the Park
Goulburn, NSW
05.2021 - Current
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
- Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
- Continually improved kitchen safety by enforcing strict hygiene protocols and staff training on equipment usage.
- Mentored junior chefs in culinary techniques, fostering a collaborative and learning-focused work environment.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service, addressing and resolving any issues promptly.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
Kitchen Hand
Paul’s Cafe
Crookwell, NSW
10.2020 - 04.2021
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Supported chefs in food preparation tasks such as chopping ingredients, peeling vegetables, and marinating meats.
- Collaborated with other kitchen staff members to ensure smooth workflow during peak dining hours.
- Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
Farm Hand
Bigga Puppy Farm
Bigga, NSW
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Farm hand, up keep of health and hygiene for puppies, cleaning and maintenance of pens, other farm duties & cleaning.
- Carried out daily farm tasks such as feeding animals, and cleaning pens to ensure animal health and welfare.
- Collaborated with other farm workers to complete tasks efficiently according to established schedules and protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to develop water conservation system, significantly reducing water waste.
- Enhanced farm safety by implementing updated protocols, reducing occurrence of accidents and injuries on farm.
- Streamlined feeding processes, ensuring all animals received appropriate nutrition for optimal growth and health.
- Kept pens, stalls and farm equipment clean and sterilized to support animal wellbeing.
Retail Assistant
Crookwell IGA Plus Liquor
Crookwell, NSW
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Retail assistant, food & produce handling, customer service, register skills, cleaning and maintenance. I have gained experience in stocking and handling produce and other products.
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
- Maintained tidy and organized store environment to comply with cleanliness standards.
- Collaborated with team members to accomplish sales goals and improve overall store performance.
- Interacted with customers proactively, identifying needs and offering suitable product recommendations.
Paul’s Café
Crookwell, NSW
04.2018 - 12.2018
- Kitchen hand, food preparation, cleaning & maintenance, customer service, food handling hygiene & cash handling. Fast food skills. Working here gave me more experience and understanding on the correct handling of both fresh and frozen foods.
Education
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Picton high school
Picton, NSWundefined
Crookwell high school
Crookwell, NSWCertificate III Hospitality - Hospitality
CTET
Goulburn, NSW01.2020
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery - Chef
Austrain Academy
Wollongong01.2025
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Customer service
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Kitchen management
- Food quality
- Food presentation
- Meal preparation
- Attention to detail
- Effective communications
- Team collaboration
- Grilling techniques
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Ingredient knowledge
- Frying techniques
- Hospitality service expertise
- Allergen awareness
- Sanitation guidelines
Certification
- Full Drivers license
- Certificate 3 Hospitality
- Certificate 3 Commercial Cookery
Languages
Hobbies and Interests
- Assorted sports
- Learning new skills
- Socializing
- Family & friends
- Drawing & music
- Cooking & always trying out new recipes to expand.
Awards
- Have attained awards throughout school life, such as teachers awards.
- Award for high effort in Investigating Science.
- High effort in Mathematics
- Captain of my football team
- Leadership to listen to students wants & needs within the school community, this means that I am able to communicate with everyone in a polite & respectful manner, great listening skills & show happy emotions to brighten people’s day.
Timeline
Chef
Diggers by the Park
05.2021 - Current
Kitchen Hand
Paul’s Cafe
10.2020 - 04.2021
Farm Hand
Bigga Puppy Farm
06.2020 - 09.2020
Retail Assistant
Crookwell IGA Plus Liquor
01.2019 - 06.2019
Paul’s Café
04.2018 - 12.2018
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Picton high school
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Crookwell high school
Certificate III Hospitality - Hospitality
CTET
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery - Chef
Austrain Academy