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Drew Marano

Townsville,QLD

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience in a wide variety of kitchens and cuisines, excelling in menu development and staff training. Proven ability to enhance kitchen operations through effective communication and problem-solving skills. Recognised for mentoring new team members and suggesting innovative menu items, contributing to improved customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Passion for inspiring and mentoring others is a true motivator. I love helping people learn and improve, not just in the culinary sense but in life skills as well.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Commis Chef

Riverview Tavern - Lillywhite Hotel Group
Townsville, QLD
03.2025 - Current
  • Prepared and cooked food items following recipes, ensuring portioning and presentation standards.
  • Monitored ingredient stock levels to maintain adequate kitchen supplies.
  • Assisted in the training of multiple staff members.
  • Completed more complex prep jobs that other staff members were not capable of.
  • Mentor staff who are newer to the industry.
  • Adhered to product presentation, flavour profiles, and plate design standards set by the Head Chef.
  • Tracked inventory of food and supplies utilised in daily production.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work areas in compliance with health regulations.
  • Assisted senior chefs in preparing complex dishes to enhance menu offerings.
  • Suggested new menu items and updates to existing selections based on team input.
  • Cleaned and sanitised cooking utensils and equipment to uphold hygiene standards.

Apprentice Chef

Ardo/The Ville Resort and Casino
Townsville, Qld
01.2021 - 03.2025
  • Assisted in training junior members of the team in safe working practices within the kitchen environment.
  • Worked in eight kitchens at The Ville, learning a variety of skills and techniques.
  • Assisted in the opening of Ardo, specifically Marmor.
  • Assisted in the running of the Rooftop Tapas Bar.
  • Oversaw both the Cold Section and the Hot Section.
  • Communicated effectively with other kitchen staff during meal preparation times.
  • Assisted in ordering food supplies and maintaining inventories of ingredients.
  • Operated kitchen equipment, including mixers, blenders, slicers, ovens, grills, and fryers.
  • Trained in proper food handling procedures while adhering to health codes.
  • Served food promptly, ensuring all orders were correct for customer satisfaction.
  • Prepared, cooked and served meals according to recipes and menus.

Cook

Nick's Bowen Road Fish Bar
Townsville, Qld
01.2021 - 07.2023
  • I answered the phone and took customer orders.
  • Assisted in the training of new staff members.
  • Prepared and portioned food for customers.
  • Wrapped food for customers.
  • Served customers and used the till to process payments.
  • Able to quickly and accurately use math to calculate costs.
  • Cleaned and sanitised work area, as well as deep fryers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Southern Cross Catholic College
Townsville, QLD
11-2023

Skills

  • Culinary techniques
  • Menu development
  • Communication skills
  • Staff training
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem solving
  • Ordering and receiving

Certification

  • Cert III in Commercial Cookery
  • Cert II in Hospitality
  • Cert II in Sport and Recreation
  • First aid Certificate

Timeline

Commis Chef

Riverview Tavern - Lillywhite Hotel Group
03.2025 - Current

Apprentice Chef

Ardo/The Ville Resort and Casino
01.2021 - 03.2025

Cook

Nick's Bowen Road Fish Bar
01.2021 - 07.2023

High School Diploma -

Southern Cross Catholic College

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