Lawrence Hill
Narangba,QLD
Summary
I am reliable, confident, and proactively work without supervision. I tackle new challenges with enthusiasm, confidence and strive to excel. I work cohesively in a team-based environment and show initiative for all tasks at hand. I am an extremely hard worker and have a wide experience over a range of different tasks. I can offer any future employer a responsible working attitude with the highest integrity to achieve strategic goals.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wood Mill Worker
Southwood Ltd
Motueka, TAS
05.2023 - Current
- Operated machinery for wood processing, ensuring quality and efficiency standards were met.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime and enhance performance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production workflows and improve output consistency.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures to promote workplace safety.
- Maintained a clean work area that adhered to company guidelines, promoting a healthy workplace environment.
- Consistently met daily production targets while maintaining high-quality standards for all processed materials.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities in managing various tasks simultaneously without compromising on results.
Birdhurst Orchards Ltd
Motueka
04.2023 - Current
- Casual Contract
Planned Career Break Sabbatical
01.2022 - 04.2023
Field Technition / Storemen
Rainer Irrigation
Ashburton
09.2014 - 01.2022
- Installing / pre-wiring pivot on dairy farm
- Fork-Lift work on-site
- On field Merlo / Manitou work
- Assembling parts for irrigation jobs
- Quality Control of Part’s and Components
- Customer inquiries and sales duties
- Processing monthly stock takes
- Point of sales
- Transferring of stock to servicemen trucks e.g. Pump Division – Electrical Dept
- Organising and work with Freight companies worldwide
- Ensuring all policy and procedures are met
- First point of contact when dealing with national and international freight companies
Trimmer/Packer/Carton Erector
ANZCO Foods
Canterbury
09.2004 - 09.2014
- Operated knives, cleavers, meat saws, band saws, or other equipment to perform meat cutting and trimming preparing meat for packaging.
- Processed primal parts into cuts, separated meat and by-products into specified containers.
- Maintained a safe and clean working environment ensuring all areas and equipment are well maintained, stocked and clean.
- Ensured quality control and efficient work flow.
- Demonstrated excellent team work and communication skills reporting to managers and maintaining healthy relationships across all levels of staff.
Executive Sous Chef - Head Chef
CDL Kingsgate Hotel
Rotorua
04.2000 - 09.2004
- Successfully managed 20+ staff over two restaurants the hangi and concert restaurant and 600+ customer conference centre.
- Directed and oversaw all culinary operations including preparation and production of all meals, food quality and presentation, compliance with all safety and sanitation standards, team member productivity and performance, as well as the implementation of hotel policies with regards to cost control procedures to help ensure profitability.
- Ensure staff are aware of duties, workstation assignments and safety protocols; motivating and encouraging team members promoting a positive work environment.
- Supervised the preparation of food ensuring meals are produced on time, sufficient quantities are available for various areas and ensuring preparation for functions are prepared and served as required.
Exc Chef De-Partie
Hyatt Kingsgate
Millenium Hotel Rotorua
01.1998 - 02.1999
- A la carte/ Function's, weddings, etc
Chef de-partie
International Hotel Whakawera
Central Rotorua
01.1993 - 01.1998
- A la carte/ Function's, weddings, etc
Education
Chef
Waiariki Polytechnic
Rotorua, BOPSkills
- Staff Management
- Catering
- Functions
- Team Operations
- Customer Service
- Inventory Control
- Quality Assurance
- Food / Culture Expertise
- Catering and Events
- Restaurant Management
- Communication Skills
- Leadership Qualities
- Problem Solving
- Professional Development
Certification
- Productivity and Empowerment Training - Sheraton Hotel
- Professional Cookery Trade Certificate - New Zealand Qualifications Authority
- General Catering - New Zealand Qualifications Authority
- NZTCB Basic Food Hygiene - School of tourism and hospitality, Waiariki Polytechnic
- First Aid Qualification, Waiariki Polytechnic
- NZQA 169 Food Handling Certificate - School of tourism and hospitality, Waiariki Polytechnic
- Restaurant Service - New Zealand Trades Certification Board
Accomplishments
- Recognised for loyalty and exceptional service for CDL Hospitality Management Services Quality Hotel Rotorua
EXECUTIVE CHEF
Leadership professional with more than 15 years’ experience as an Executive chef working in various challenging fields including hotels, fine dining restaurants, functions and multiple restaurants. Expertise in staff management with strong leadership skills and skilled in many styles of cooking with the ability to function in a high pressure, fast paced environment.
RELEVANT SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Extensive experience managing the operations of a kitchen; implementing staff rosters, managing menus, and managing large teams of staff 20+
- Experience catering for up to 1200 guests.
- Experience in various positions including working with, fine dining, pastry, grills and buffets, bistros, saucer and garmage
- Excellent guest service and hospitality skills.
- Strong problem solving and listening skills.
- Self-motivated with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to function in a fast-paced environment, under short time constraints, and within established deadlines.
Timeline
Wood Mill Worker
Southwood Ltd
05.2023 - Current
Birdhurst Orchards Ltd
04.2023 - Current
Planned Career Break Sabbatical
01.2022 - 04.2023
Field Technition / Storemen
Rainer Irrigation
09.2014 - 01.2022
Trimmer/Packer/Carton Erector
ANZCO Foods
09.2004 - 09.2014
Executive Sous Chef - Head Chef
CDL Kingsgate Hotel
04.2000 - 09.2004
Exc Chef De-Partie
Hyatt Kingsgate
01.1998 - 02.1999
Chef de-partie
International Hotel Whakawera
01.1993 - 01.1998
Chef
Waiariki Polytechnic