Callum Dawe
Brisbane,QLD
Summary
Punctual and experienced in following menus and recipes to prepare quality food. Excellent multitasker recognized for supporting successful kitchen operations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
Hafla Hafla Baltic Market
Liverpool, Merseyside
04.2022 - 05.2024
- Resolved conflicts between kitchen staff members in a professional manner.
- Created weekly work schedules for kitchen personnel based on anticipated business volume.
- Trained new kitchen staff in food safety regulations and proper cooking techniques.
- Organized special events such as banquets or catering services when required.
Sous Chef
Richie's Baltic Market
Liverpool, Merseyside
07.2021 - 04.2022
- Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
- Created a positive work environment by encouraging teamwork among staff members.
- Assisted with interviewing, hiring and training kitchen personnel.
Sous Chef
Dockleaf
Liverpool, Merseyside
04.2021 - 04.2022
- Supervised kitchen food preparation in demanding, high-volume environments.
- Developed weekly specials utilizing seasonal ingredients.
- Complied with all health department regulations regarding proper food handling methods.
Food Truck Owner
Funky Doory's
Liverpool, Merseyside
06.2019 - 08.2021
- Built a successful independent business from scratch where I converted a old horse box into a wood fired pizza oven. eventually turning a profit.
- Worked alongside charity's and CIC's in one instance teaching the elderly how to make Pizza.
- Oversaw daily operations of small business including Social media and financial management.
- Planned and coordinated busy festival weekends keeping calm in a stressful and fast paced environment.
Chef De Partie
Almost Famous
Liverpool, Merseyside
01.2020 - 04.2021
- Performed basic cooking tasks such as frying meats or vegetables using various tools including deep fryers or grills.
- Organized the daily mise en place in order to prepare meals efficiently.
- Worked closely with other chefs to coordinate meal preparation activities during busy shifts.
Kitchen Porter - Chef De Partie
Pattersons
Liverpool, Merseyside
05.2017 - 01.2019
- Sorted through trash receptacles to ensure proper disposal of waste materials.
- Swept and mopped floors in the kitchen area.
- Assisted cooks with preparing meals according to recipes.
- Followed instructions given by head chef in order to meet quality standards set forth by management.
Education
Level 2 - Photography
Havering Collage
Essex, East London04-2016
Redden Court
Essex, East London 08-2014
Skills
- Time Management
- Team Leadership
- Effective Communication
- Willingness to learn and improve
Timeline
Head Chef
Hafla Hafla Baltic Market
04.2022 - 05.2024
Sous Chef
Richie's Baltic Market
07.2021 - 04.2022
Sous Chef
Dockleaf
04.2021 - 04.2022
Chef De Partie
Almost Famous
01.2020 - 04.2021
Food Truck Owner
Funky Doory's
06.2019 - 08.2021
Kitchen Porter - Chef De Partie
Pattersons
05.2017 - 01.2019
Level 2 - Photography
Havering Collage
Redden Court
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