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Jake Ramsay

Mannum,SA

Summary

Hi im Jake, i think i would be a great asset to your organisation as i have a diverse skillset and work experience. I have always had a job since i was 12 years of age. Therefore im well experienced and accomplished for someone of my age, Im conditioned to work long gruelling hours, experience in running my own buisneess and still have a drive to learn new skills. I am a Chef by trade, but im always looking for new ventures. Over the years i have done landscaping, carpentry, wildlife park keeping, farming and have learned a couple trades through the years, renovating my property, building a restaurant and working on my farm that i live on. Furthermore i believe i would thrive in any new job i take upon.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef

Mannum IGA Green
Mannum, SA
03.2022 - Current
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.

Landscaper

Andys Garden And Lawn Improvments
Pooraka, SA
01.2008 - Current
  • This is my dads business to which i have worked with him since i was young in school holidays and occasional jobs over the years.
  • Dug out trenches for plumping and irrigation
  • Mixed and set Concrete
  • Installed Retaining Walls
  • Paving
  • Excavation Work
  • Bricklaying
  • Use of machinery ie compacter, concrete saw, power tools, bobcat

Head Chef/Owner/Operator

Self Employed
Mannum, SA
07.2021 - 03.2022
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Hired, managed and trained kitchen staff.
  • Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
  • Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.

Sous Chef

Pretoria Hotel
Mannnum, SA
08.2019 - 05.2021
  • Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
  • Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.

Chef

Gym Foods Australia
Pooraka, SA
02.2017 - 06.2019
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs.

Chef

Windsor Hotel
Windsor Gardens, SA
02.2016 - 12.2016
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
  • Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Oversaw grill, stove and oven and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.

Apprentice Chef

Bar Torino
Adelaide, SA
07.2014 - 01.2016
  • Set up food stations by following chef's orders.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Prepared cooking ingredients for chef.
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.

Education

High School Diploma -

Urrbrae Agricultural High School
Netherby, SA
12.2013

Skills

  • Drive to learn new skills
  • Good initiative
  • Hard working
  • Punctual
  • Diverse skillset

Farm

I currently live on a 7 acre property in Mannum. I have loved animals since i was young and always wanted my own mini zoo. Therefore i have my own alpacas, chickens, reptiles, horse and 3 dogs that i look after. Over the years we have built lots of structures on the farm like, sheds, retaining walls, decks, pergolas, fencing. Im very competent on the tractor and other heavy machinery. On my days off of work this is what i do.

Timeline

Chef

Mannum IGA Green
03.2022 - Current

Head Chef/Owner/Operator

Self Employed
07.2021 - 03.2022

Sous Chef

Pretoria Hotel
08.2019 - 05.2021

Chef

Gym Foods Australia
02.2017 - 06.2019

Chef

Windsor Hotel
02.2016 - 12.2016

Apprentice Chef

Bar Torino
07.2014 - 01.2016

Landscaper

Andys Garden And Lawn Improvments
01.2008 - Current

High School Diploma -

Urrbrae Agricultural High School
Jake Ramsay