Jaclyn Houston
Banyo,QLD
Summary
Resourceful Cook Supervisor known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in kitchen management, food safety regulations, and menu development.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook Supervisor
Metro North Food Services
Brisbane , QLD
12.2020 - Current
- Provided guidance to employees regarding job duties and performance expectations.
- Ensured that all food products were stored correctly at appropriate temperatures according to health department standards.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders for necessary supplies as needed.
- Trained new cooks on proper preparation techniques, recipes, and presentation of dishes.
- Monitored food quality control and safety standards to ensure compliance with health regulations.
Catering Manager/Head Cook
Hive on the Hill, Ecco Hospitality, Australian Catholic University (ACU)
02.2017 - Current
- Supervise and coordinate activities of staff and provide a high-end catering service
- Oversee the daily process of running a kitchen and managing food preparation
- Plan menus and create new recipes including dietary requirements
- Maintain stock inventory control and food costings
- Monitor sanitation practices and follow kitchen safety standards and comply to HACCP
- Implemented rigorous quality control procedures to maintain high standards in food preparation and presentation.
- Supervised food production processes ensuring high quality standards were met throughout each stage of preparation.
Education
Skills
- Café Operations Management
- Staff Supervision
- Excellent Customer Service
- Stock Control
- Menu Planning
- Achieve sales targets
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Excellent time management
- Planning and organisational skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Strong leadership skills
- Proficient computer skills
- Reliable
- Honest
- Proactive
- Positive attitude
- Strong work ethic
- Good customer service skills
- Strong knowledge of food safety
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Nutritional advice
- Allergen awareness
- Cost control
References
Rachel Lawnton
0407 460 306
Dominic Carroll
(07) 3631 7556
Timeline
Cook Supervisor
Metro North Food Services
12.2020 - Current
Catering Manager/Head Cook
Hive on the Hill, Ecco Hospitality, Australian Catholic University (ACU)
02.2017 - Current