Chris Weysham
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Experienced business leader with demonstrated strategic planning, problem-solving and team-building abilities. Successful at bringing in and training staff to handle customer and business needs. Motivational, diplomatic and respectful of people from different backgrounds.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Proprietor/Venue Manager
Dogs Bar
St. Kilda, Victoria
12.2023 - Current
- Improved productivity initiatives, managing budgets and accounts, coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments.
- Scheduled staff shifts according to demand patterns in order to maximize efficiency and productivity.
- Managed daily operations, including inventory control, vendor negotiations, and product pricing.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for supplies, equipment, and other resources needed for daily operations.
- Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results.
Head Chef
Dogs Bar
St. Kilda, Victoria
11.2022 - 12.2023
- Assisted restaurant owners with pricing by providing ingredient costs and portioning information.
- Ordered food supplies from vendors to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Supervised the preparation of meals according to customer orders in a timely manner.
- Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance.
- Developed menus and recipes for a variety of dishes, including appetizers, entrees, desserts, and specialty items.
- Built and managed relationships with local vendors to obtain fresh, quality ingredients at cost-effective prices.
- Assisted in developing marketing strategies aimed at increasing restaurant revenue.
Executive Head Chef
Craft and Co.
Fitzroy, Victoria
08.2020 - 10.2022
- Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.
- Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
- Organized special events such as banquets or parties by planning menus and ordering supplies.
- Planned kitchen staff schedules to maximize coverage and encourage collaboration.
- Developed innovative meal ideas, ensuring cost-effectiveness while maintaining high quality standards.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Art Institute of California
San Diego, USA08-2009
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Film, Music, Sociology
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, USA05-2001
Skills
- Purchasing and planning
- Employee supervision
- Project management
- Business development
- Cost control strategies
- Training and mentoring
- Budget management
- Product sourcing
Timeline
Proprietor/Venue Manager
Dogs Bar
12.2023 - Current
Head Chef
Dogs Bar
11.2022 - 12.2023
Executive Head Chef
Craft and Co.
08.2020 - 10.2022
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Art Institute of California
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Film, Music, Sociology
Louisiana State University
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