Christian McPherson
Launceston,TAS
Summary
Motivated Waiter, Bartender and Chef with engaging personality, a great sense of humor who works well within teams, has a strong passion for hospitality and seeing others happy and dedicated drive to doing the best and is willing to take on any work and devote whatever time is needed.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Levee Food Co
Launceston, TAS
02.2019 - Current
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality
- Mentored staff in expectations and parameters of kitchen goals and daily work
- Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service
- Able to competently break down a verity of fish
- Completed busy services such as new years doing 230+ guests with only 3 other chefs.
Waiter
Levee Food Co
Launceston, TAS
08.2020 - Current
- Supervised and managed other employees upon close, counted all cash, settled all eftpos and POS machines, recorded earnings and locked the restaurant
- Managed and ordered all wine, beer and other beverages
- Served up to 11 tables per night with 40+ guests at a time
- Section turned over an average of 3 times per night
- Consistently checked for customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs
- Kept server areas clean and stocked
- Quickly reset and cleaned up tables after customers left to ensure speedy turnaround
- Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of local wine, cider and beer
- Prepared and plated desserts for customers
- Was able to form personal connections with customers which resulted in repeated visits
Demi Chef De Partie
Farm and Fire
Tofino, BC
07.2023 - 10.2024
- Learnt valuable skills working and maintaining a charcoal grill, ensuring that the fire is looked after and the grill is raised to a correct height
- Learn the correct uses and operations of a smoker
- Worked with fresh local produce varying daily to help create specials
Cook
Farm and Fire
Banff, AB
04.2023 - 06.2024
- Improved skills on both flat top and regular gas flamed grills
- Learned to use a sous vide to assist in cooking proteins on the grill
- Worked hot side independently as well as assisted by other cooks
Cook
Sunshine Village Ski Resort
Banff, AB
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Furthered skills of butchery in cutting steaks as well as other proteins such as pork
- Improved foundation skills on the grill
- Able to cook steaks to the correct temperature through use of feel as well as a thermometer
- Able to run pass and ensure food was delivered at an adequate time during busy holiday periods
- Assisted with ordering and inventory
Food and Beverage
Hi Banff Alpine Centre
Banff, AB
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Worked independently within the bar and completed all duties such as opening and closing as well as ordering liquor and managing stock
- Memorized a cocktail list as well as information about local beers and spirits
- Was able to serve multiple drinks quickly and efficiently to ensure wait times were minimized
- Worked independently within the kitchen handling everything from prep to service, as well as taking guest orders and delivering food
- Completed stock management and ordering of food, ensuring food was of quality upon arrival
- Priced various menu items with a knowledge of EzChef
- Designed key menu items as well as presentation of dishes.
Barista
Cafe Mondello
Launceston, TAS
03.2018 - 07.2018
- Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts
- Recommended products based on solid understanding of individual customer needs and preferences
- Memorized recipes for specialty coffee beverages and seasonal offerings.
Education
Sound Engineering -
TasTAFE
High School Diploma -
Riverside High School
Skills
- High volume dining
- Wine knowledge
- Order accuracy
- Cash handling
- Food plating and presentation
- Hospitality service expertise
Timeline
Demi Chef De Partie
Farm and Fire
07.2023 - 10.2024
Cook
Farm and Fire
04.2023 - 06.2024
Cook
Sunshine Village Ski Resort
11.2022 - 03.2023
Food and Beverage
Hi Banff Alpine Centre
04.2022 - 11.2022
Waiter
Levee Food Co
08.2020 - Current
Cook
Levee Food Co
02.2019 - Current
Barista
Cafe Mondello
03.2018 - 07.2018
Sound Engineering -
TasTAFE
High School Diploma -
Riverside High School
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