Chantelle Champney
Fernvale
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook/Bar Attendant/Manager's Assistant
Fernvale Hotel Motel
Fernvale
08.2022 - 05.2025
- Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
- Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.
- Tasted all prepared dishes in order to check flavorings, texture and presentation prior to serving them to customers.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
- Managed inventory levels of ingredients and supplies necessary for daily operations.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Prepared and served meals by reviewing recipes and combining and cooking ingredients.
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Interacted with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
- Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Ensured that all alcoholic beverages were served responsibly within state regulations.
- Operated cash registers and handled money transactions accurately.
- Provided excellent customer service by anticipating guests' needs and responding promptly to requests.
- Engaged with customers to build relationships; creating a positive atmosphere for guests and co-workers alike.
- Worked with other bartenders to create creative drinks for happy hours or seasonal menus.
- Managed closing duties such as restocking items at end of shift.
- Adhered to safety policies regarding serving alcohol responsibly by monitoring guest consumption levels.
- Assisted managers in training new staff members on bar operations procedures.
- Resolved conflicts between team members in an effective manner.
- Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
- Communicated regularly with customers to gain insights into their needs.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
Cook/Bar Attendant
Karalee Tavern
Karalee
06.2015 - 09.2017
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Prepared and served meals by reviewing recipes and combining and cooking ingredients.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Adjusted seasonings of dishes during cooking process in order to enhance flavors.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
- Requested supplies and equipment orders, explaining needs to managers.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Adhered to safety policies regarding serving alcohol responsibly by monitoring guest consumption levels.
- Prepared mixed drinks, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages in accordance with standard recipes.
- Provided excellent customer service by anticipating guests' needs and responding promptly to requests.
- Stocked shelves with liquor, beer, wine, mixers, ice, napkins, straws, glassware as needed.
- Worked with other bartenders to create creative drinks for happy hours or seasonal menus.
- Ensured that all alcoholic beverages were served responsibly within state regulations.
- Greeted customers, answered questions, and provided information about the bar's menu.
- Checked identification of customers to verify age requirements for the purchase of alcohol.
- Operated cash registers and handled money transactions accurately.
- Built excellent relationships with guests to achieve repeat business.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Beaudesert State High School
Beaudesert, QLD01-2005
Skills
- Time management
- Beverage preparation
- Focused and disciplined
- Attention to detail
- Food safety
- Customer service
- Cash handling
- Fast-paced environment
- Flexible schedule
- Staff training
- Plating and presentation
- Kitchen organization
- Grilling expertise
- Cooking
Certification
- Responsible Service of Alcohol
- Responsiable Gambling Services
- Tab compliance Training
- Food Safety Supervisor
- RMLV
- Liquor Approved Manager
Professional References
Mike Warren 0409361321
ahvenue.manager@starhotels.com.au
Karalee Tavern
Ted Tran 0414166784
tedtran@outlook.com
Fernvale Hotel Motel
Timeline
Cook/Bar Attendant/Manager's Assistant
Fernvale Hotel Motel
08.2022 - 05.2025
Cook/Bar Attendant
Karalee Tavern
06.2015 - 09.2017
Some College (No Degree) -
Beaudesert State High School