Joseph Taylor
Katoomba,NSW
Summary
Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation and stock management. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Mountain Culture
2022.09 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
Cashier, Night Fill
Coles Supermarket
2021.08 - 2022.09
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
Cook
Wattle Cafe
2017.10 - 2018.12
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Kitchen Hand, Wait Staff, Cook
Victory Cafe
2015.07 - 2017.10
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
Kitchen Hand, food prep
Leura gourmet cafe & Deli
2014.04 - 2015.07
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
Education
H.S.C -
Katoomba high school
01.2010
Certificate II sound engineering -
Nirimbra Tafe
01.2010
Skills
- Cutting Techniques, Food Preparation and Safety
- Cleaning and Organization
- Food Plating and Presentation
- Machinery Upkeep, Dismantle Machines, Order Parts
- Store Room and Walk-In Inspections
- POS Transactions, Money Handling, Issue Resolution
Additional Information
Katherine Murphy (Coles Katoomba Manager) (02) 4780 8500 , 0459 311 521
Simon Marnerous (Former Chef, Victory) 0468534899
Chatree Chaicharncheep (Current Chef) 0435 632 666
Timeline
Cook
Mountain Culture
2022.09 - Current
Cashier, Night Fill
Coles Supermarket
2021.08 - 2022.09
Cook
Wattle Cafe
2017.10 - 2018.12
Kitchen Hand, Wait Staff, Cook
Victory Cafe
2015.07 - 2017.10
Kitchen Hand, food prep
Leura gourmet cafe & Deli
2014.04 - 2015.07
H.S.C -
Katoomba high school
Certificate II sound engineering -
Nirimbra Tafe