- Fundraising Events
- Yoga
- Growing herbs, vegetables, or fruits in home gardens
- Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
- Music, singing, Local Choir
Julie Butler
Heathcote
Summary
Dynamic food service professional with extensive experience at Heathcote Community House, excelling in food safety management and customer service. Proven track record in reducing waste and enhancing menu offerings through strategic planning. Skilled in training staff and implementing quality control measures to ensure compliance with health regulations and improve operational efficiency.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Supervisor
Heathcote Community House
03.2024 - Current
- Supervised food preparation and service, ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations.
- Trained staff in food handling procedures and customer service best practices.
- Managed inventory levels, placing orders for supplies to maintain efficient operations.
- Implemented quality control measures to enhance food presentation and taste consistency.
- Coordinated special events, managing logistics for catering services effectively.
- Assisted in menu planning, incorporating seasonal ingredients to improve offerings.
- Kept costs under control by managing portions and minimizing food waste caused by overcooking.
- Managed regular cleaning and sanitation to keep kitchen free of debris or build-up and minimize infection risks.
- Tracked food production levels, meal counts, and supply costs.
- Menu Planning and budgeting for events catering from 20 to 100 people.
Casual Canteen Manager
Woodend Primary School
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Managed daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and productivity.
- Oversaw team performance, providing guidance and support for task completion.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels, and reducing waste.
- Food Safety Handling.
- overseeing the preparation of more then 100 lunch orders
Chef
Duck Duck Goose Cafe and Larder
05.2023 - 01.2024
- Prepared diverse menu items following standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring stock levels met operational demands.
- Implemented food safety protocols to maintain compliance with health regulations.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
- Upheld stringent food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant health department guidelines.
Postal Delivery Officer
Australia Post
01.2000 - 11.2020
- Delivered mail and packages accurately to residential and commercial addresses.
- Managed sorting process to ensure timely dispatch of postal items.
- Utilized handheld devices for tracking deliveries and maintaining records.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize delivery routes for efficiency.
- Managed high volumes of mail during peak seasons while maintaining accuracy rates in sorting processes ensuring timely deliveries.
Education
High School Diploma -
Flora Hill
Bendigo, VIC12-1979
Skills
- Food preparation
- Scheduling staff
- Sanitation procedures
- Waste reduction
- Ordering supplies
- Menu planning
- Nutrition
- Food safety management
- Health inspections
- Customer service
- Sanitation standards
- Food cost analysis
Interests
Timeline
Casual Canteen Manager
Woodend Primary School
06.2025 - 08.2025
Food Supervisor
Heathcote Community House
03.2024 - Current
Chef
Duck Duck Goose Cafe and Larder
05.2023 - 01.2024
Postal Delivery Officer
Australia Post
01.2000 - 11.2020
High School Diploma -
Flora Hill