Simon Taylor
Mortlake,VIC
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Remote Cook
Tim Smith Builders
02.2025 - 09.2025
- Prepared and cooked a variety of dishes according to recipes and customer specifications.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen areas to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking stock levels and notifying suppliers for replenishment.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes for increased efficiency.
- Monitored cooking times and temperatures to ensure quality and consistency of dishes served.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
Building Laborer
Tim Smith Builders
02.2025 - 09.2025
- Operated hand and power tools to complete construction tasks efficiently.
- Assisted in site preparation, including excavation and grading for building foundations.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment for all team members.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely project completion and quality standards.
- Conducted routine maintenance on tools and equipment to minimize downtime during projects.
- Supported skilled tradespeople by providing assistance with installations and repairs as needed.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the worksite to enhance productivity and safety measures.
- Assisted in the dismantling of temporary structures, such as scaffolding and formwork, for efficient site teardown processes at project completions.
- Collaborated effectively with team members to complete assigned tasks accurately and efficiently under minimal supervision.
- Reduced workplace hazards by maintaining a clean and safe work environment through proper waste disposal and equipment storage.
- Supported construction projects with efficient manual labor, including digging trenches, leveling surfaces, and assembling scaffolding.
Farm Hand
Salt Creek Pastoral Company
01.2015 - 02.2025
- Streamlined feeding processes, ensuring all animals received appropriate nutrition for optimal growth and health.
- Implemented pest control measures, safeguarding crops from pest-related damage and loss.
- Monitored weather forecasts to plan work schedules, minimizing disruption from adverse weather conditions.
- Erected and maintained fencing to protect crops and livestock from predators, ensuring farm security.
- Conducted daily health checks on animals, swiftly identifying and addressing any signs of illness to maintain herd health.
- Maintained farm machinery to ensure operational efficiency, preventing downtime during critical planting and harvesting periods.
- Rotated animals between grazing areas to provide enough access to food.
- Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
- Kept pens, stalls and farm equipment clean and sterilized to support animal wellbeing.
- Observed animals and notified supervisor of signs of illness.
- Oversaw feeding, watering and health monitoring of Type stock, prioritizing health and wellness.
- Dipped or bathed animals with appropriate applications to control parasites.
Farm Hand
Milton Pastoral Company
01.2015 - 02.2025
- Assisted with daily feeding and care of livestock, ensuring adherence to health standards.
- Operated basic farm machinery, learning safety protocols and maintenance procedures.
- Participated in planting and harvesting activities, following instructions to optimize crop yield.
- Maintained cleanliness of equipment and work areas, promoting a safe working environment.
- Supported inventory management by tracking supplies and reporting shortages to supervisors.
- Observed and learned sustainable farming practices to improve operational efficiency.
- Assisted in the construction or repair of fences, barns, sheds, or other infrastructure necessary for successful farm operation.
- Carried out daily farm tasks such as feeding animals, milking cows, and cleaning pens to ensure animal health and welfare.
- Operated various farm machinery including tractors, plows, and balers for efficient land cultivation and crop production.
- Collaborated with other farm workers to complete tasks efficiently according to established schedules and protocols.
- Contributed to overall farm efficiency by performing regular equipment maintenance and repairs as needed.
- Ensured proper animal care by administering medications, vaccinations, or treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
Skills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Multitasking and organization
- Kitchen organization
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Cooking techniques
- Frying
- Knife skills
- Sanitation
- Supply restocking
- Surface cleaning
- Grilling
- Contamination prevention
- Sauce making
- Ingredients measuring
- Effective planner
- Recipes and menu planning
Timeline
Remote Cook
Tim Smith Builders
02.2025 - 09.2025
Building Laborer
Tim Smith Builders
02.2025 - 09.2025
Farm Hand
Salt Creek Pastoral Company
01.2015 - 02.2025
Farm Hand
Milton Pastoral Company
01.2015 - 02.2025