Professional Summary
Highly experienced and passionate chef specializing in pastry with almost 20 years of experience in the culinary field with a desire to take on new challenges. Dedicated to producing high-quality meals and exceptional service, with a focus on being an integral part of a well-functioning team but easily adept to working unsupervised.
Known for being loyal, hardworking, and trustworthy. Adept at maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure and using exceptional organizational and communication skills to ensure the smooth operation of kitchen environments.
My role at Lemon Tree Cafe
General Kitchen Duties: Managing general kitchen duties preparing food items for Cabinet and Various functions and maintaining a clean and organized work environment. Working independently and creating recipes and new dishes for the cafe.
Running functions and events and ensuring all aspects are delivered effectivly.
Inventory Management: Using Predictle and ordered food and packaging supplies for multiple outlets, ensuring optimal stock levels and minimizing waste.
Independently handled deliveries, ensuring timely and accurate receipt and distribution of goods.
Staff Training: Trained new staff on operational procedures, safety and HACCP protocols, and customer service standards.
Stocktaking and Data Entry: Conducted stocktaking and accurately inputted inventory data on a monthly basis.
Health and Safety: Oversaw health inspections and HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) monitoring to ensure food safety and compliance.
Kitchen Maintenance: Performed monthly maintenance checks on three kitchens, ensuring all facilities were operating efficiently.Using Mex
Front-of-House Assistance: Assisted with front-of-house service during peak hours to maintain service standards and customer satisfaction.
Working as a chef for an upmarket catering company based in Perth, I maintained a highly respected reputation by delivering innovative and modern cuisine, consistently incorporating Western Australia's freshest local produce in line with the company's expectations.
Duties included
Food Preparation: Preparing ingredients and dishes with precision and creativity.