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James Lennox

Perth,WA

Summary

Motivated Cook dedicated to sourcing high-quality ingredients from local sources to drive farm-to-table menus. Proactive and adaptable team leader passionate about sustainable cuisine. Talented at creating exciting and innovative menus based on in-season ingredients. 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. 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. Professional chef with strong record of delivering high-quality culinary experiences in fast-paced environments. Skilled in grilling techniques, food preparation, and maintaining kitchen safety standards. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability to shifting demands, ensuring consistent and delicious results. Reliable and focused on achieving excellence in every dish.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Grill Chef

Steersons Steakhouse
03.2024 - 10.2024
  • Elevated guest experience with visually appealing plating techniques that showcased the skillful preparation of each grilled item served.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment, adhering to food safety regulations and guidelines.
  • Trained new team members on grill station procedures, ensuring consistency in dish preparation and presentation.
  • Adhered to strict portion control guidelines, contributing to cost savings without compromising on taste or quality.
  • Managed grill station equipment maintenance, ensuring optimal performance for consistent cooking results.
  • Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining grill station processes and organization.
  • Mentored junior chefs, sharing expertise in grilling techniques that led them to become valuable assets within the kitchen team.
  • Assisted in reducing food waste by effectively managing inventory and using proper food storage techniques.
  • Ensured seamless communication between front-of-house staff and grill station, resulting in accurate order fulfillment and timely service delivery.
  • Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment regularly.
  • Collaborated with fellow chefs to create innovative and flavorful grilled menu items.

Chef De Partie

Vessel Dining & Bar
03.2024 - 04.2024
  • Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Operated all kitchen equipment safely to prevent injuries.
  • Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
  • Complied with portion and serving sizes as per restaurant standards.

Pastry Chef De Partie

Bellevue Restaurant
07.2023 - 12.2023


  • Checked freshness of ingredients used in dishes prior to cooking them
  • Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment
  • Completed side work and prep according to back of house checklist
  • Plated food according to restaurant artistic guidelines to promote attractive presentation
  • Maintained cleanliness and hygiene standards throughout the kitchen area
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by creating visually appealing and delicious pastries.
  • Improved consistency of plated desserts by designing clear presentation guidelines for serving staff.
  • Managed time effectively during peak hours to ensure timely delivery of freshly prepared pastries to customers.
  • Worked closely with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between kitchen and service teams.

Chef De Partie

The Gables Foxrock Restaurant
10.2020 - 08.2023
  • Created tasty dishes using popular recipes, delighting patrons and generating return business
  • Checked quality of food products to meet high standards
  • Purchased ingredients from local farms to benefit environment and reduce costs
  • Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications
  • Responded quickly and efficiently to any customer complaints regarding food quality or service
  • Ensured that all necessary equipment was available and properly functioning before service began
  • Adhered to health and safety regulations while preparing food items in the kitchen area
  • Streamlined kitchen processes to shorten wait times and serve additional guests
  • Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals
  • Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals
  • Collaborated with cross-functional team to define features and build powerful and easy-to-use products and customer-facing workflow tools
  • Monitored food preparation techniques to ensure that high-quality products were served consistently
  • Performed basic cooking tasks such as frying meats or vegetables using various tools including deep fryers or grills
  • Monitored food products, driving quality, freshness and integrity
  • Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions
  • Oversaw kitchen employee scheduling to meet coverage needs and avoid wasted labor
  • Prepared a variety of sauces from scratch according to recipes or customer requests

Commis Chef

Parkview Hotel
10.2016 - 12.2020
  • Enhanced culinary skills by assisting in the preparation of various dishes under the guidance of experienced chefs.
  • Contributed to a well-organized and efficient kitchen by maintaining clean workstations and following sanitation guidelines.
  • Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.

Trainee Chef

Glenview Hotel
04.2014 - 09.2017
  • Cleaned kitchen counters, refrigerators, and freezers.
  • Mastered proper knife skills to efficiently complete vegetable cuts, meat trimming, and filleting tasks.
  • Prepared mise en place prior to service hours for seamless execution of menu items during peak times.
  • Assisted head chef in creating innovative dishes for daily menus, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.

Education

Ph.D. - Culinary Arts & Food Technology

Dublin Institute of Technology
03.2018

High School Diploma -

Coláiste Chraobh Abhann
Kilcoole, Wicklow
10.2015

Skills

  • Kitchen Safety
  • Knife Skills
  • Grill Mastery
  • Ingredient Knowledge
  • Temperature Control
  • Vegetable grilling
  • Seafood Grilling
  • Cooking Technique Adaptation
  • Marinade Expertise
  • Quick-learning
  • Team Player
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Kitchen Sanitation
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Cooking techniques

Languages

English

Activities

  • Photography
  • Art
  • Sports

Timeline

Grill Chef

Steersons Steakhouse
03.2024 - 10.2024

Chef De Partie

Vessel Dining & Bar
03.2024 - 04.2024

Pastry Chef De Partie

Bellevue Restaurant
07.2023 - 12.2023

Chef De Partie

The Gables Foxrock Restaurant
10.2020 - 08.2023

Commis Chef

Parkview Hotel
10.2016 - 12.2020

Trainee Chef

Glenview Hotel
04.2014 - 09.2017

High School Diploma -

Coláiste Chraobh Abhann

Ph.D. - Culinary Arts & Food Technology

Dublin Institute of Technology

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