Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
EXECUTIVE CHEF
RELEVANT SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Timeline
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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, BOP

Skills

  • 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
Lawrence Hill