BETHANY SLATTERY
Adelaide,SA
Summary
Well-rounded Chef offering 6 years of comprehensive experience consistently preparing exceptional menu items to garner customer praise. Well-versed in creating new, seasonal menus, and maintaining smooth and timely kitchen operations. Committed to delivering first-rate dining experience to guests.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
The Fold Birdwood
Birdwood , SA
12.2023 - Current
- Reviewed purchase orders for accuracy prior to submitting them for approval.
- Supervised the preparation of meals according to customer orders in a timely manner.
- Baking and decorating cakes, tarts, biscuits, and brownies.
Chef, Barista, Assistant Manager
The Timbuktu Café
02.2022 - 08.2023
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
Dessert Chef
Gastronomo
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Developed menus of cakes, pastries and other desserts for special events.
- Assisted in the selection of ingredients to be used in the production of desserts.
- Monitored food waste levels and took corrective action as needed.
Team Member
Maggie Beer
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Answered phone calls regarding inquiries about products or services.
- Provided customer service support to ensure satisfaction.
- Received, processed, and stocked merchandise in accordance with store policies.
Team Member (Supervisor)
Spotlight
07.2020 - 07.2021
- Involved in maintaining a clean, organized, and curated display of all inventories in store.
- Anticipated customer needs and provided them with high quality service while upholding brand standards and values to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Meticulously handled POS system transactions, including credit card, cash, exchanges, returns and refunds to ensure seamless and accurate cash flow.
Full-Time Baker
Gawler South Bakery
12.2019 - 06.2020
- Involved in making sweet and savory pastries, bread, buns, and biscuits.
- Required to also clean the kitchen to meet the Occupational Health and Safety Standards.
Kitchen Hand
The Southern Hotel
04.2019 - 03.2020
- Followed all health code guidelines when handling food items.
- Checked temperatures of freezers, refrigerators and hot holding units regularly to ensure food safety standards were met.
- Operated dishwashers to sanitize dishes and silverware.
Kitchen Hand
The Southern Hotel
05.2019 - 01.2020
- Involved in food preparation, plating food, dishes, and cleaning.
Baker
Gawler South Bakery
11.2019 - 12.2019
- Involved in assisting with baking and cleaning duties.
- Operated ovens and other equipment to bake products according to established recipes.
- Prepared dough for a variety of bakery items such as breads, pastries, pies, cakes and cookies.
Cafe Assistant
St. Patrick's Technical College | Paddy's Cafe
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Involved in food preparation and cooking.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, including countertops, tables, shelves and equipment.
- Checked food quality before serving it to the customers ensuring freshness of all ingredients were met.
Education
Certificate II - Kitchen Operations
TAFE SA
Elizabeth, SA12.2019
First Aid Certificate -
St. John
Elizabeth, SA12.2019
SACE - Stage 1
St Patrick's Technical College
Elizabeth, SA12-2019
Skills
- Customer service
- Time management
- Kitchen organization
- Eager to learn
- Excellent communication skills
- Occupational health and safety maintenance
Volunteer Experience
Teacher's Assistant and Cooking Instructor, Elizabeth South Primary School, 07/01/17, 12/31/18
References
Please contact me for references
Awards
- Principal's Award - Student of the Year, 2019
- Food and Hospitality Academic Achievement Award, 2019
- Zonta Award - Most Recognized Female Student, 2019
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 01/31/03
Accomplishments
Principal's Award – Student of the Year (2019)
Food and Hospitality Academic Achievement Award (2019)
Zonta Award - Most Recognized Female Student (2019)
Timeline
Head Chef
The Fold Birdwood
12.2023 - Current
Chef, Barista, Assistant Manager
The Timbuktu Café
02.2022 - 08.2023
Dessert Chef
Gastronomo
10.2021 - 02.2022
Team Member
Maggie Beer
06.2021 - 10.2021
Team Member (Supervisor)
Spotlight
07.2020 - 07.2021
Full-Time Baker
Gawler South Bakery
12.2019 - 06.2020
Baker
Gawler South Bakery
11.2019 - 12.2019
Kitchen Hand
The Southern Hotel
05.2019 - 01.2020
Kitchen Hand
The Southern Hotel
04.2019 - 03.2020
Cafe Assistant
St. Patrick's Technical College | Paddy's Cafe
01.2019 - 12.2019
Certificate II - Kitchen Operations
TAFE SA
First Aid Certificate -
St. John
SACE - Stage 1
St Patrick's Technical College
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