Marsha McLennan
Babinda
Summary
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Delivery Team - Second in Charge
Australian Electoral Commision
04.2025 - 05.2025
- 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.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Sous Chef
Mountain View Hotel
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Played a key role in achieving positive health inspection results by maintaining strict compliance with all relevant guidelines and regulations throughout daily operations.
- Increased kitchen productivity by optimizing workflow processes and delegating tasks appropriately within the team.
- Ensured consistent quality control of all dishes leaving the kitchen, resulting in a reputation for excellence among patrons.
Executive Sous Chef
Crown Hotel
08.2020 - 10.2023
- Increased customer satisfaction through consistent delivery of exceptional dishes, resulting in positive reviews.
- Assisted Executive Chef in cost analysis and budget management, optimizing profitability without compromising quality.
- Ensured compliance with all health department regulations while maintaining a well-organized workspace for optimal efficiency.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly providing guidance towards improvement as necessary.
- Continuously researched industry trends to stay current on new cooking methods, ingredients, and presentation styles.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
Chef & Restaurant Manager
Broadaxe Bistro
03.2016 - 04.2018
- 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.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Upheld stringent food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant health department guidelines.
Bar Operations
Big Day Out & Good Vibrations Festivals
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Streamlined snack bar operations for increased efficiency and profitability.
- Streamlined snack bar operations for increased efficiency and improved workflow.
- Streamlined bar operations by developing an effective system for restocking supplies during shift transitions.
- Streamlined bar operations by adopting more efficient scheduling system, reducing staff overtime.
- Ensured smooth bar operations by managing inventory, ordering supplies, and maintaining cleanliness standards.
- Collaborated with bartenders to optimize bar operations and streamline inventory management processes.
- Adhered to strict cleanliness standards throughout all aspects of bar operations.
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Calm under pressure
Certification
- Certificate IV Training & Assessment
- Certificate III Commercial Cookery
- First Aid/CPR
- Open Manual Drivers Licence - QLD
Timeline
Delivery Team - Second in Charge
Australian Electoral Commision
04.2025 - 05.2025
Sous Chef
Mountain View Hotel
09.2024 - 01.2025
Executive Sous Chef
Crown Hotel
08.2020 - 10.2023
Chef & Restaurant Manager
Broadaxe Bistro
03.2016 - 04.2018
Bar Operations
Big Day Out & Good Vibrations Festivals
01.2007 - 01.2010
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