Brendan Benaim
North Pinjarra,WA
Summary
Accomplished Head Chef with a proven track record at Compass Group, adept in kitchen operations and staff training. Excelled in managing high-volume catering, producing up to 1500 meals daily with menu development and seasonal planning. Known for enhancing customer satisfaction and food safety, showcasing both hard and soft skills in demanding environments.
High-performing Chef offering 20+ years of remote catering services experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet goals.
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
Compass Group (Aust) Pty Ltd
08.2008 - 06.2024
- Manage kitchen processes for high volume catering with production of 1500 meals per day.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Monitored service processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
Chef
Remote Service Caterers
06.1991 - 08.2008
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan supplier orders.
- 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.
- Upheld stringent food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant health department guidelines.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality meals.
Education
Apprentice Chef - Trades Certicficate
Western Australian Apprenticeship Commision, Dept.
Perth, WA10.1991
Skills
Menu development
- Food Safety Regulations
- Kitchen Operations
- Banquets and catering
- Seasonal Menu Planning
- Special Event Catering
- Staff Training
- Meal Preparation
- Supplier Relations
- Safe Food Handling
- Food Stock and Supply Management
Timeline
Head Chef
Compass Group (Aust) Pty Ltd
08.2008 - 06.2024
Chef
Remote Service Caterers
06.1991 - 08.2008
Apprentice Chef - Trades Certicficate
Western Australian Apprenticeship Commision, Dept.
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