Jade Attard
Mount Hunter,NSW
Summary
I am a forward thinking professional with a passion for cullinary excellence and even bigger passion for conveying my message about a healthy lifestyle including that of preparing food that also tastes great.
I want to be a part of the solution changing our food and lifestyle culture via demonstrating great healthy and new norms.
Hardworking and have a willingness to take on new and added responsibilities , with strong organisational skills, as a valued team member or working independently
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
PB Catering
08.2023 - Current
- Prepare and cook Canapes, meals & desserts for various Functions such as weddings, wakes and Chrsitmas Parties
- Successfully meet dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing cusomised meal options upon request
- Meet HACCP Standards by applying strict hygiene protocols when preparing meals and maintaining a clean kitchen
- Adapted menus seasonally, incorporating fresh produce to create visually appealing and flavorful dishes.
- Collaborated effectively with front-of-house team for seamless dining experience and positive customer feedback.
Director, Coordinator
Jark Industries Property Maintenance
04.2011 - 05.2022
- Daily scheduling of multiple repair and maintenance jobs for multiple trades using sophisticated real time programs
- Accounts payable/receivable and debt collection
- Established strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and increased referrals.
- Championed innovative solutions that led to significant time savings across multiple departments.
- Optimized organizational workflows, leading to improved overall efficiency and reduced costs.
- Managed risk assessments, developing mitigation strategies to minimize potential impacts on project outcomes.
Store Manager/Barista/Prep Cook
Michel's Patisserie
03.1994 - 05.2011
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
- Created quality barista coffee in a fast paced environment
- Prepared tasty meals such as seasonal salads, baguettes, soups
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
Education
Diploma - Nutrition
Torrens University
Surry Hills, NSW09.2024
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
TAFE Campbelltown
Campbelltown06.2023
Certificate III - Horticulture
TAFE
Padstow06.2022
Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Creating meals from obscure and limited ingredients
- Creating healthy meals that taste great
- Great communicator and able to convey information with passion engagement
- Knowledge of native plants and growing food
- Attention to detail
- Retain information with ease
- Able to work in a fast paced environment and quick on my feet
Hobbies
- Gardening and growing food
- Reading
- Re creating on trend foods with a twist
- Working out
- Travelling to interesting destinations
Timeline
Chef
PB Catering
08.2023 - Current
Director, Coordinator
Jark Industries Property Maintenance
04.2011 - 05.2022
Store Manager/Barista/Prep Cook
Michel's Patisserie
03.1994 - 05.2011
Diploma - Nutrition
Torrens University
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
TAFE Campbelltown
Certificate III - Horticulture
TAFE
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