Kurt Grove
Sussex Inlet,NSW
Summary
At Pelican Shores Cafe and Marina, as Head Chef, I excelled in kitchen management and team leadership, significantly enhancing food quality and cost efficiency. My expertise in nutritional knowledge and food safety regulations, alongside fostering strong vendor relationships, propelled our kitchen's performance and staff proficiency.
Overview
23
23
year of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
Head Chef
Pelican Shores Cafe and Marina
10.2023 - Current
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Developed strong vendor relationships to secure fresh, quality ingredients at competitive prices while supporting local businesses whenever possible.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
- Maintained strict adherence to health department regulations by enforcing proper food handling practices throughout the kitchen area.
Skills
- Nutritional knowledge
- Food Safety
- Kitchen Management
- Team Management
- Food Safety Regulations
Certification
Food safety certificate
First aid certificate
Working with children check
Police check
Timeline
Head Chef
Pelican Shores Cafe and Marina
10.2023 - Current
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