Billy Canny-Damon
Sale,VIC
Summary
Chef with over 4 years’ experience at Ashleigh Community SECV specialising in aged care dining services. Skilled in leading kitchen operations, training staff, and ensuring meals meet dietary and safety standards. Expert in the IDDSI framework and proficient in the SoupedUp system for menu planning and resident dietary management. Currently serving as Acting Head Chef, successfully improving resident happiness and staff morale, while maintaining smooth operations and high satisfaction. Previously acted as Head Chef for five weeks without incident. Seeking to transition permanently into the Head Chef role to continue delivering high-quality dining services.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Ashleigh Community SECV
07.2021 - Current
- Manage daily kitchen operations, food ordering, and supplier liaison.
- Train and mentor chefs to maintain consistency and efficiency.
- Implement and uphold the IDDSI framework for safe, resident-appropriate meals.
- Learn and maintain the SoupedUp system to manage dietary needs and streamline menu planning.
- Support menu development and contribute to continuous service improvements.
Acting Head Chef
Ashleigh Community SECV
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Led the kitchen team, overseeing all operations, scheduling, and task delegation.
- Managed menus and dietary profiles through the SoupedUp system.
- Ensured compliance with food safety standards and maintained strong resident and staff satisfaction.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sale College
Sale, VIC12-2021
Skills
- Leadership & Staff Training
- Menu Planning & Food Ordering
- Supplier & Stock Management
- IDDSI Framework Expertise
- SoupedUp System Proficiency
- Aged Care Nutrition & Food Safety
- Kitchen Scheduling & Rostering
- Strong Communication
Accomplishments
- Successfully led the kitchen as Acting Head Chef with zero incidents and maintained high resident and staff satisfaction.
- Delivered full compliance with the IDDSI framework, ensuring safe and appropriate meals for all residents.
- Implemented and maintained the SoupedUp system, improving menu planning efficiency and dietary accuracy.
Timeline
Acting Head Chef
Ashleigh Community SECV
04.2024 - 06.2024
Chef
Ashleigh Community SECV
07.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Sale College