Hugo Claude DUCHEMIN
Southport,QLD
Summary
Exceptional Head Chef with superb understanding of recipes and food cooking methods. Specialties include determining proper portions, menu planning and managing food inventory. Passionate about food and hospitality. Skillfully manage kitchen and food preparation areas.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
Mr Hizola's
07.2023 - Current
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
Sous Chef
Artesian Group
08.2021 - 07.2023
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
Chef De Partie
La Diosa
11.2020 - 05.2021
- 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.
Apprentice Chef/Prep Dishwasher
Etsu Izakaya
04.2020 - 10.2020
- Displayed adaptability by quickly learning new menu items as they were introduced into the rotation.
- Prepared cooking ingredients for chef.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Education
Diploma of Hospitality Management - Commercial Cookery
Sero Institute
Southport02.2023
Bachelor of Science - Sciences And Techniques of Sports Activities
University Jules Vernes
Amiens06.2018
Skills
- Nutritional knowledge
- Food Safety
- Kitchen Management
- Team Management
- Menu development
- Culinary expertise
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Head Chef
Mr Hizola's
07.2023 - Current
Sous Chef
Artesian Group
08.2021 - 07.2023
Chef De Partie
La Diosa
11.2020 - 05.2021
Apprentice Chef/Prep Dishwasher
Etsu Izakaya
04.2020 - 10.2020
Diploma of Hospitality Management - Commercial Cookery
Sero Institute
Bachelor of Science - Sciences And Techniques of Sports Activities
University Jules Vernes
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