Jacob Durrant-Smith
Summary
Forward-thinking professional offering more than 8 years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Excellent and proven culinary skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
North Wollongong Hotel
09.2023 - Current
- Ensure compliance with applicable health codes and regulations
- Maintain standards for food storage, rotation, quality, and appearance
- Understanding of menu and recipe development techniques.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
Sous Chef
His Boy Elroy
09.2021 - 09.2023
- Oversees and supervises kitchen staff
- Assists with menu planning, inventory, and management of supplies
- Ensures that food is top quality and that kitchen is in good condition
- Keeps stations clean and complies with food safety standards.
- Maintained open lines of communication with front-of-house management teams to address any potential issues before they escalated into larger problems affecting overall guest satisfaction levels.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
Restaurant Manager
Jimmy's Burger Bar
09.2019 - 09.2021
- Worked well independently and on a team to solve problems
- Served as a friendly, hardworking and punctual employee
- Organized and prioritised work to complete assignments in a timely, efficient manner
- Worked with administrators to resolve questions about payroll, pay-rates and deductions.
- Optimized labor costs by closely monitoring schedules, adjusting staffing levels according to business needs, and employing cross-training strategies.
- Monitored inventory of supplies and purchased orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
Chef
North Wollongong Hotel
02.2015 - 07.2019
- Managed allergies with care and professionalism for customer safety and satisfaction
- Oversaw all kitchen and food operations
- Maintained a clean and organized kitchen environment
- Worked as a team member with other restaurant professionals to ensure satisfied customers
- Worked well independently and on a team to solve problems.
Education
High School Certificate -
Keira High School, Fairy Meadow
12.2017
Skills
- Staff Supervision and Coordination
- Safe Food Handling
- Problem and Complaint Resolution
- Ingredient Knowledge
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Vendor relationships
- Food Production
- Food presentation
- Cost Control
- Food quality
Timeline
Chef
North Wollongong Hotel
09.2023 - Current
Sous Chef
His Boy Elroy
09.2021 - 09.2023
Restaurant Manager
Jimmy's Burger Bar
09.2019 - 09.2021
Chef
North Wollongong Hotel
02.2015 - 07.2019
High School Certificate -
Keira High School, Fairy Meadow
Similar Profiles
Arhaan MoughalArhaan Moughal
Head Waiter at Rashays Casual Dining - North WollongongHead Waiter at Rashays Casual Dining - North Wollongong
Maddyson OliveiraMaddyson Oliveira
Guest Service Agent- Permanent Part Time at Sage Hotel WollongongGuest Service Agent- Permanent Part Time at Sage Hotel Wollongong
ALISHA COOPERALISHA COOPER
Cleaner at Harp Hotel WollongongCleaner at Harp Hotel Wollongong
Philip LitalienPhilip Litalien
Chef at Fish And Fizz Food TruckChef at Fish And Fizz Food Truck
MUHAMMAD AMMAR RAJAMUHAMMAD AMMAR RAJA
Chef at Sarai AlamgirChef at Sarai Alamgir