Bryan Simpson
Springwood ,QLD
Summary
Dedicated Industry professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification food safety supervisor
Work History
Chef
Discovery Parks Mt Isa
Mt Isa , QLD
12.2018 - Current
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes .
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
Temporary Chef
Atlas People
Brisbane , QLD
08.2016 - 12.2018
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Oversaw grill, stove and oven and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
Head Chef
Park Ridge Tavern
Park Ridge , QLD
07.2015 - 09.2016
- Hired, managed and trained kitchen staff.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areas.
- Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Sous Chef
Kelly Group Of Companies
Toowoomba , QLD
09.2011 - 06.2015
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to source best ingredients at best prices.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Monitored and controlled overhead and production costs with responsibility for profit and loss.
Head Chef
Moreton Bay Sports Club
Wynnum North, QLD
04.2011 - 06.2013
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Hired, managed and trained kitchen staff.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
Head Chef
Memway Pty.Ltd
Brisbane , QLD
07.2005 - 08.2010
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Hired, managed and trained kitchen staff.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areas.
- Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Arranged for kitchen equipment maintenance and repair when needed.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to lower grocery costs.
- Verified compliance in preparation of menu items and customer special requests.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
Education
Year 12
Cooparoo
Brisbane Skills
- Menu Planning
- Temperature Monitoring
- Chef Support
- Special Requests
- Guest Satisfaction
- Dietary Restrictions
- Food Preparation and Safety
- Banquets and Catering
- Proper Storage Procedures
- Contamination Prevention
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Food Preparing, Plating and Presentation
Certification
Cert 111 Commercial Cooking. Food Safety Certificate. First Aid Certificate blankContentIdentifier
Timeline
Chef
Discovery Parks Mt Isa
12.2018 - Current
Temporary Chef
Atlas People
08.2016 - 12.2018
Head Chef
Park Ridge Tavern
07.2015 - 09.2016
Sous Chef
Kelly Group Of Companies
09.2011 - 06.2015
Head Chef
Moreton Bay Sports Club
04.2011 - 06.2013
Head Chef
Memway Pty.Ltd
07.2005 - 08.2010
Year 12
Cooparoo
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