Debra Whitehouse
Rosebud,VIC
Summary
Adept Chef with a proven track record at McDaids Irish Bar Restaurant, enhancing kitchen operations and elevating food quality through expert kitchen management and innovative cooking techniques. Skilled in food safety and sanitation, coupled with strong leadership abilities, significantly improved team efficiency and customer satisfaction. Specializes in allergen awareness and effective communication, ensuring high standards of meal preparation and presentation.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
McDaids Irish Bar Restaurant
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Continually improved kitchen safety by enforcing strict hygiene protocols and staff training on equipment usage.
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Mr Bentley Burgers
05.2021 - 07.2022
- Managed daily kitchen operations, delegating tasks among staff members to optimize workflow and maintain high-quality standards.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing feedback promptly and implementing necessary adjustments to kitchen procedures.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
Cook Supervisor
Mavi Takeaway
03.2017 - 08.2019
- Ensured consistent food quality with strict adherence to recipes, portion control, and presentation standards.
- Trained new hires in proper cooking techniques, equipment usage, and safety protocols, increasing overall team proficiency.
- Improved staff productivity by providing clear instructions, guidance, and constructive feedback on their performance.
- Collaborated with management to develop innovative menu offerings that catered to diverse customer preferences.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Maintained a clean and hygienic kitchen environment through regular cleaning schedules and strict sanitation policies.
Education
Princess Hill High School
Skills
Food safety and sanitation
Knife Skills
Cooking techniques
Food quality
Kitchen Management
Food presentation
Meal Preparation
Effective Communications
Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
Allergen awareness
Food plating and presentation
Sanitation Guidelines
Certification
Chisholm Institute
Food Hygiene & Food Handlers Certificate
Peninsula College Of TAFE
Certificate in Occupational Studies In Horticulture
SkillShare
Certificate In Hospitality
Gardening, Gaming Puzzles, Cooking, Listening to Music
I Debra Whitehouse am a fast learner and I work well in a team environment or individually.
I am very easy going and give my all when it comes to my job.
I am willing to give anything a try and love learning new things. Im very reliable and punctual.
On my down time I love nothing more than spending time in my garden with the music blasting on a nice sunny day.
When im not in the garden I love cooking up a storm and kicking back with a good game on my IPad
Timeline
Chef
McDaids Irish Bar Restaurant
01.2022 - 05.2024
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Mr Bentley Burgers
05.2021 - 07.2022
Cook Supervisor
Mavi Takeaway
03.2017 - 08.2019
Princess Hill High School
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