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Jonty Kjestrup-McKinlay

Cairns,QLD

Summary

Detail-oriented chef with solid experience in kitchen management and safety compliance. Known for strong teamwork skills and effective staff training, ready to contribute to high-quality food service and operational efficiency.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef

Koffeez
Cairns, QLD
09.2024 - Current
  • Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with restaurant’s recipes and presentation standards.
  • Planned menus, ordered supplies and managed kitchen staff.

Lift Operator

Perisher
Jindabyne, NSW
04.2024 - 09.2024
  • Ensured that all riders followed safety guidelines during the ride.
  • Maintained daily log of lift operations and safety inspections.

Manager

Subway
Cairns, QLD
02.2023 - 03.2024
  • Supervised daily operations and ensured adherence to company standards.
  • Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.

Cook

Piato
Cairns , QLD
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Operated grills, fryers and flat tops to cook items to quality guidelines.
  • Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.

Education

Cert 3 Commercial Cookery - Food And Nutrition

TAFE QLD
QLD
12-2025

High School Diploma -

Trinity Bay SHS
Cairns, QLD
11-2022

Skills

  • Menu planning
  • Kitchen organization
  • Meal preparation
  • Team management
  • Time management

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Chef

Koffeez
09.2024 - Current

Lift Operator

Perisher
04.2024 - 09.2024

Manager

Subway
02.2023 - 03.2024

Cook

Piato
01.2022 - 12.2022

Cert 3 Commercial Cookery - Food And Nutrition

TAFE QLD

High School Diploma -

Trinity Bay SHS
Jonty Kjestrup-McKinlay