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Chris marshall

South Yarra,VIC

Summary

A Head Chef with a proven track record at Vue De Monde and various Michelin starred establishments. Worked at the highest possible level of a 3 Michelin stared kitchen and excelling in kitchen management and team leadership. Expert in menu development and food safety, fostering a collaborative environment that enhances culinary creativity, always ensuring that a high-quality dining experiences and the guest experience is always front of mind.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Chef

Vue De Monde - 3 Chefs Hats
05.2014 - Current
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan orders.
  • Developed strong relationships with suppliers to secure fresh, quality ingredients at competitive prices while supporting local businesses whenever possible.
  • Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
  • Developed kitchen staff through training and performance reviews.
  • Collaborated with front-of-house team to ensure seamless service.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Fostered a positive working environment by promoting teamwork and open communication among all kitchen staff members.
  • Arranged for kitchen equipment maintenance and repair when needed.
  • Implemented new recipes and modern cooking techniques to continuously improve the menu offerings and overall dining experience for guests.
  • 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.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.

Junior Sous Chef

Number One at the Balmoral - 1 Michelin Star
05.2013 - 05.2014
  • Prepped daily menu items to quickly deliver upon request.
  • Oversaw cleanliness of each station in kitchen.
  • Maintained inventory records and updated ordering systems regularly to ensure adequate stock levels based on anticipated demand.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Collaborated with fellow team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and excellent execution of all dishes.
  • Consistently met high standards of quality control by conducting thorough taste tests before serving each dish to customers.

Chef De Partie

Restaurant Gordon Ramsay - 3 Michelin Stars
02.2012 - 05.2013
  • Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
  • Operated all kitchen equipment safely to prevent injuries.
  • Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization, ensuring a safe and efficient workspace.

Commis Chef

Cameron House
02.2010 - 05.2012
  • Enhanced culinary skills by assisting in the preparation of various dishes under the guidance of experienced chefs.
  • Contributed to a well-organized and efficient kitchen by maintaining clean workstations and following sanitation guidelines.
  • Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
  • Streamlined food preparation processes with proper mise en place, reducing waste and optimizing kitchen efficiency.

Education

HND - Food Preperation/professional Cooking

City of Glasgow College
Glasgow, UK
06-2011

Skills

  • Food safety
  • Kitchen management
  • Team management
  • Menu development

Timeline

Head Chef

Vue De Monde - 3 Chefs Hats
05.2014 - Current

Junior Sous Chef

Number One at the Balmoral - 1 Michelin Star
05.2013 - 05.2014

Chef De Partie

Restaurant Gordon Ramsay - 3 Michelin Stars
02.2012 - 05.2013

Commis Chef

Cameron House
02.2010 - 05.2012

HND - Food Preperation/professional Cooking

City of Glasgow College
Chris marshall