David Bowman
24 Lyminge Crt,QLD
Summary
Self-motivated professional successful in seizing viable opportunities for expansion and innovation in business. Background in increasing profits, reducing costs and transforming customer service standards. Experienced in leading and supervising operational and sales teams. Forward-thinking professional offering more than 25 years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Excellent and proven skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
2nd Cook
AOS
12.2023 - 01.2024
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Audacia all seas
2nd Cook
AOS
10.2023 - 11.2023
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Boka Timait
Chef
Programmed Marine
01.2014 - 07.2015
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Head Night Cook DB 30
Sodexo
01.2012 - 06.2014
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
Chief Cook Esso Platforms
Sodexo Remote Sites
01.2008 - 12.2012
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Head Chef
Leftbank Restaurant
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Arranged for kitchen equipment maintenance and repair when needed.
- Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
Chef
Psaros Greek Restaurant
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
Education
No Degree - Cookery
Bendigo Regional Institute of TAFE
Bendigo-Echuca, VICSkills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Fine Dining Expertise
- Cleaning and Sanitizing Methods
- Company Safety Standards
- Waste Control
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Food Preparation and Safety
- Banquets and Catering
- Menu Planning
- Food Inventories
- Food Preparation Techniques
- Steady Food Flows
- Restaurant Operation
- Kitchen Management
Certification
AMSA medical valid to 2027
BOSIET ERGT valid to 2027 card number 1114989
Passport valid 2033
MSIC Valid to 2027
STCW valid
CERTIFIVCATE OF PROFICIENCY seafarer ID 119380
Security awareness valid.
Timeline
2nd Cook
AOS
12.2023 - 01.2024
2nd Cook
AOS
10.2023 - 11.2023
Chef
Programmed Marine
01.2014 - 07.2015
Head Night Cook DB 30
Sodexo
01.2012 - 06.2014
Chief Cook Esso Platforms
Sodexo Remote Sites
01.2008 - 12.2012
Head Chef
Leftbank Restaurant
01.2005 - 01.2008
Chef
Psaros Greek Restaurant
01.2003 - 01.2004
No Degree - Cookery
Bendigo Regional Institute of TAFE
AMSA medical valid to 2027
BOSIET ERGT valid to 2027 card number 1114989
Passport valid 2033
MSIC Valid to 2027
STCW valid
CERTIFIVCATE OF PROFICIENCY seafarer ID 119380
Security awareness valid.
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