Dione chapman
BREAKWATER Geelong,Victoria
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with a proven track record at Corio Innovations, excelling in kitchen operations and team leadership.
Renowned for exceptional food presentation and fostering hig customer satisfaction, while training staff in food safety, food preparation and hospitality skills,
I am a Professional culinary leader with strong background in kitchen management and team collaboration. Skilled in menu development, Dependable and adaptable, consistently delivering top-quality results while fostering cohesive team environment.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef/supervisor
Corio Innovations
04.2017 - Current
- Streamlined food preparation while training staff/participants the key criteria of the hospitality workforce while maintaining high quality food examples for large and small catering orders.
- Troubleshot equipment issues in the kitchen quickly so as not to disrupt operations or compromise food safety.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by implementing effective inventory management systems and reducing food waste.
- Ensured consistent presentation of catering items and providing training to kitchen staff members.
- Achieved high customer satisfaction by consistently creating and presenting high-quality dishes.
Shift Manager/Key Holder
Owner Operator Independent
01.2010 - 11.2013
- Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and job-specific tasks to ensure their success in the role.
- Oversaw cash handling procedures, maintaining accurate records of transactions and preventing discrepancies.
- Delegated tasks effectively among team members based on their strengths and skill sets leading to greater productivity levels.
- Maintained store cleanliness throughout the day to create a welcoming atmosphere for both customers and staff members alike.
Chef De Partie
Anglesea Golfclub
06.2003 - 12.2011
- Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Hairdressing Assistant
Impressions Beauty Bar
06.2008 - 12.2010
- Assisted hairdressers with cutting, coloring, and styling hair to maintain salon workflow efficiency.
- Improved client satisfaction by providing exceptional hair care services and maintaining a clean, organized work station.
- Ensured smooth salon operations by managing appointment scheduling and confirming bookings with clients.
- Aided in reducing wait times by promptly preparing clients for their appointments with hairstylists.
Education
Educational Support - Educational Supports
Foundation Education
Melbourne, VIC2022
Certificate III - Hairdressing
The Gordon
Geelong 2012
Cer 3/4 - Hospitality
The Gordon
Geelong, VIC08.2004
P-12 -
Lorne P-12 College
Lorne, VIC2003
Skills
- Scheduling staff
- Sanitation standards
- Kitchen operations
- Food presentation
- Allergen awareness
- Menu development
- Special diets
- Food safety management
- Customer service
- Kitchen leadership
- Team leadership
- Supervising food prep
- Verbal and written communication
- Food safety
- Collaborative teaching
- Student-centered learning
- Adaptive learning
- Teaching strategies
- Educational research
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Student motivation
- Interactive learning
- Summative assessment
- Inquiry-based learning
- Special education
- Learning styles
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Student supervision
- Lesson planning
- Professionalism
Certification
Ndis clearance check
Wwc check
First aid including allergies/diet
Individual support cer3
Chef -cer3/4
Hairdressing-cer3
Timeline
Chef/supervisor
Corio Innovations
04.2017 - Current
Shift Manager/Key Holder
Owner Operator Independent
01.2010 - 11.2013
Hairdressing Assistant
Impressions Beauty Bar
06.2008 - 12.2010
Chef De Partie
Anglesea Golfclub
06.2003 - 12.2011
Educational Support - Educational Supports
Foundation Education
Certificate III - Hairdressing
The Gordon
Cer 3/4 - Hospitality
The Gordon
P-12 -
Lorne P-12 College
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