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Donna-Lee Beechey

Dalyellup,WA

Summary

Accomplished culinary professional with a proven track record at Huon Eldercare and the Royal Australian Airforce, excelling in cooking, food preparation, and fostering strong supplier relationships. Enhanced customer satisfaction through exceptional service and a focus on safety and quality. Skilled in team collaboration and adept at improving operational efficiency.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook/Food Service Worker

Huon Eldercare
02.2001 - 11.2023
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
  • Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.

Self Employed Cafe Owner

Self-employeed
04.1995 - 04.2000
  • Developed strong relationships with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries and favorable pricing terms.
  • Expanded menu offerings to cater to diverse dietary needs, increasing overall appeal of the cafe.
  • Fostered a welcoming atmosphere by maintaining a clean, organized, and visually appealing cafe environment.
  • Continually refined menu options based on customer feedback, ensuring a variety of choices that appealed to a wide range of tastes and preferences.
  • Enhanced customer loyalty through exceptional service and consistent product quality.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, forecasting, and controlling costs.
  • Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
  • Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.

Cook

Royal Australian Airforce
01.1990 - 04.1995

Education

Cert 3 Commercial Cookery
TAFE Tasmania
08-2004

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Cooking
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Food handling
  • Food Preparation

Timeline

Cook/Food Service Worker

Huon Eldercare
02.2001 - 11.2023

Self Employed Cafe Owner

Self-employeed
04.1995 - 04.2000

Cook

Royal Australian Airforce
01.1990 - 04.1995

Cert 3 Commercial Cookery
Donna-Lee Beechey