Diane Hickman
head chef
South Yunderup ,perth
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Head cheff
Sandy Cover Tavern
09.2020 - Current
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Developed strong vendor relationships to secure fresh, quality ingredients at competitive prices while supporting local businesses whenever possible.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- 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.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
Utility Worker
Dinning Room Attendant
01.2016 - 10.2020
- Kept work area clean, neat, and well-stocked to maximize productivity.
- Collected and disposed of trash and debris.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues across various departments.
- Verified that all safety procedures were followed while working on utility systems.
- Trained other personnel in proper maintenance and repair of utility systems.
- Performed regular monitoring of utility systems to confirm proper functioning.
- Generated required paperwork and records related to installation, maintenance and repair of utility systems.
- Communicated with customers to address identified issues and provide updates on repairs.
Chef Supervisor
Silver Sands Tavern
03.2012 - 11.2016
- Streamlined food preparation processes for faster service times and better quality control.
- Troubleshot equipment issues in the kitchen quickly so as not to disrupt operations or compromise food safety.
- Ensured consistent presentation of dishes by establishing plating standards and providing training to kitchen staff members.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by implementing effective inventory management systems and reducing food waste.
- Fostered a positive work environment, promoting teamwork among kitchen staff members for improved productivity.
- Resolved conflicts between team members amicably while taking steps to prevent future issues.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary kitchen environment, ensuring compliance with health codes and regulations.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Skills
- Nutritional knowledge
- Food Safety
- Kitchen Management
- Team Management
- Menu development
- Menu Planning
- Waste Reduction
- Food Safety Regulations
- Kitchen Operations
- Food presentation
- Seasonal Menu Planning
- Cost Control
- Allergy awareness
- Cost Control and Budgeting
- Safe Food Handling
- Recipes and menu planning
- Decision-Making
- Staff Recruiting and Hiring
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Staff Scheduling
- Food Handler Certification
- Kitchen Staff Management
Timeline
Head cheff
Sandy Cover Tavern
09.2020 - Current
Utility Worker
Dinning Room Attendant
01.2016 - 10.2020
Chef Supervisor
Silver Sands Tavern
03.2012 - 11.2016