Jake Wilson
Melbourne,Australia
Summary
Passionate, spirited and classically trained culinary professional, skilled in building relationships and developing high-performing teams. Leader in delivery of excellent customer service. Equipped to apply restaurant operational experience to grow world-class organizations. Dedicated to food safety, customer service best practices and quality food service.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
evolve talent
Perth, WA
12.2021 - Current
- Organized special events such as banquets or buffets requiring complex menus or decorations.
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.
- Created weekly schedules for employees based on projected business volume.
- Adhered to budget guidelines when purchasing ingredients and equipment.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service issues.
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
- Developed creative ideas for special events or promotions involving food preparation or presentation.
- Trained new chefs on proper cooking techniques and menu items.
- Kept up to date with current culinary trends, as well as health and safety regulations.
Chef
Percy Flint
12.2019 - Current
- Organized special events such as banquets or buffets requiring complex menus or decorations.
- Created weekly schedules for employees based on projected business volume.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Adhered to budget guidelines when purchasing ingredients and equipment.
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
- Kept up to date with current culinary trends, as well as health and safety regulations.
- Planned menus, ordered supplies and managed kitchen staff.
- Collaborated with restaurant management to align kitchen operations with goals of establishment.
Sous Chef
Little Blue Resturant
Saint Kilda, Australia
12.2018 - 05.2019
- Supervised cooks and other kitchen personnel during meal services.
- Collaborated with Executive Chef to create innovative dishes for special events.
- Created a positive work environment by encouraging teamwork among staff members.
- Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
- Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
- Trained new hires in proper cooking techniques and recipes.
- Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
- Adjusted recipes as needed to accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies.
- Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
Chef
Phillip Island RSL
Victoria, Australia
10.2017 - 11.2018
- Organized special events such as banquets or buffets requiring complex menus or decorations.
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Adjusted seasonings of dishes according to customers' tastes.
Apprentice Chef and waiter
Kuta cafe
Victoria, Australia
04.2017 - 10.2017
- Assisted in training junior members of the team in safe working practices within the kitchen environment.
- Plated dishes according to instructions provided by head chef or sous chef.
- Organized workstations with necessary ingredients and cooking equipment.
Cook/chef
Colonial Inn/ Three steps on george
Tasmania, Australia
08.2016 - 04.2017
- Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
- Performed basic administrative duties such as inventory management, ordering supplies.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
Apprentice Chef
Mudbar and Resturant
Tasmania, Australia
06.2015 - 07.2016
- Prepared, cooked and served meals according to recipes and menus.
- Managed waste appropriately by separating recyclables from non-recyclable items.
- Communicated effectively with other kitchen staff during meal preparation times.
- Assisted in ordering food supplies and maintaining inventories of ingredients.
Apprentice Chef
Sherwoods Resturant
Victoria, Australia
06.2014 - 06.2015
- Prepared, cooked and served meals according to recipes and menus.
- Managed waste appropriately by separating recyclables from non-recyclable items.
- Communicated effectively with other kitchen staff during meal preparation times.
- Assisted in ordering food supplies and maintaining inventories of ingredients.
Chef
Harlows
Richmond, Australia
Chef
State of Grace
Melbourne, Australia
Section Waiter
Asado
Melbourne, Vic
- Ensured all dishes were served according to standards set by the restaurant.
- Efficiently cleared dirty plates from tables after customer finished meals.
- Collaborated with other servers, kitchen staff, management, and front desk personnel to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Performed opening and closing duties as required, such as stocking supplies and resetting dining areas.
- Displayed exceptional knowledge of the menu items including ingredients and preparation methods.
- Responded promptly and courteously to customer inquiries or complaints.
- Set up dining areas for each party prior to their arrival.
- Organized multiple tasks efficiently while providing excellent customer service.
Education
Certificate III -
Commercial cookery
01.2025
High School -
Prospect High School
Tasmania12.2013
Primary School -
Hagley Farm Primary school
Tasmania11.2009
Skills
- Knife skills
- Chef
- Cooking
- Kitchen
- Line cook
- Management
- Baking
- POS
- Menu development
- Kitchen operations management
- Food and beverage pairing
- Performance improvement
- Attention to detail
- Food plating and presentation
- Hospitality service expertise
Certification
Certificate III Commercial Cookery, 08/01/18, Present
Affiliations
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Swimming
- Surfing
Timeline
Chef
evolve talent
12.2021 - Current
Chef
Percy Flint
12.2019 - Current
Sous Chef
Little Blue Resturant
12.2018 - 05.2019
Chef
Phillip Island RSL
10.2017 - 11.2018
Apprentice Chef and waiter
Kuta cafe
04.2017 - 10.2017
Cook/chef
Colonial Inn/ Three steps on george
08.2016 - 04.2017
Apprentice Chef
Mudbar and Resturant
06.2015 - 07.2016
Apprentice Chef
Sherwoods Resturant
06.2014 - 06.2015
Chef
Harlows
Chef
State of Grace
Certificate III Commercial Cookery, 08/01/18, Present
Section Waiter
Asado
Certificate III -
Commercial cookery
High School -
Prospect High School
Primary School -
Hagley Farm Primary school
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