Ian Foster
Perth,WA
Summary
I am a hardworking, passionate, easy going chef with over 19 years experience in professional kitchens around the world. I have a passion for all different cuisines and love taking the best of each and fusing them together to create something unique.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
Beach Bar & Restaurant (Maestro Hospilaity)
Christchurch, New Zealand
04.2021 - 11.2024
- Maintained strict KPI targets through careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
- Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
- Trained junior chefs in advanced culinary techniques and food safety procedures, helping them grow professionally within the industry.
- Elevated restaurant''s reputation by consistently creating high-quality, innovative dishes and maintaining top-notch presentation standards.
- Created a dynamic and supportive kitchen environment, through teamwork and effective communication among a 15 chef brigade
Food Service Representative
Kaan's Catering Supplies
Christchurch, New Zealand
01.2020 - 04.2021
- Cultivated mutually beneficial customer relationships to enhance business growth.
- Worked closely with Head chefs in menu development, incorporating seasonal ingredients for fresh and cost efficient options.
- Gained a deep understanding of the hospitality supply chain and how I can benefit individual kitchens through the company’s products
Senior Sous Chef
No4 bar & restaurant
Christchurch, NZ
02.2015 - 12.2019
- Ensured compliance with all health department regulations
- Collaborated with Executive Chef to design seasonal menus that showcased diverse flavors and techniques.
Sous Chef
No 4 bar & restaurant
Christchurch, New Zealand
08.2013 - 08.2015
Breakfast Chef
Le-Go-Paris
Bondi, Sydney, Australia
12.2012 - 04.2013
Sous Chef
Katherine Country Club
Northern Territory, Australia
07.2012 - 12.2012
Sous Chef
The Quayside Hotel
UK
06.2010 - 04.2012
Head Chef
The Trawler Public House
UK
02.2010 - 06.2010
Junior Sous Chef
Churston Court Hotel
UK
04.2009 - 08.2009
Sous Chef
Quayside Hotel
UK
01.2007 - 01.2009
Chef de partie
Quayside Hotel
UK
01.2006 - 01.2007
Commis Chef
Quayside Hotel
UK
01.2004 - 01.2006
Education
NVQ level 3 - Food preparation & cooking
Skills
- Menu development
- Food presentation
- Kitchen management
- Perform well under pressure
- Highly competent in Sous Vide cooking
- Experienced in Food Safe Pro
- Streamlining prep and service time
Accomplishments
Christchurch Hospitality Awards Emerging young chef of the year 2018 - Runner up
Timeline
Head Chef
Beach Bar & Restaurant (Maestro Hospilaity)
04.2021 - 11.2024
Food Service Representative
Kaan's Catering Supplies
01.2020 - 04.2021
Senior Sous Chef
No4 bar & restaurant
02.2015 - 12.2019
Sous Chef
No 4 bar & restaurant
08.2013 - 08.2015
Breakfast Chef
Le-Go-Paris
12.2012 - 04.2013
Sous Chef
Katherine Country Club
07.2012 - 12.2012
Sous Chef
The Quayside Hotel
06.2010 - 04.2012
Head Chef
The Trawler Public House
02.2010 - 06.2010
Junior Sous Chef
Churston Court Hotel
04.2009 - 08.2009
Sous Chef
Quayside Hotel
01.2007 - 01.2009
Chef de partie
Quayside Hotel
01.2006 - 01.2007
Commis Chef
Quayside Hotel
01.2004 - 01.2006