Leah Te Huia Warren
Seven Hills,Qld
Summary
With a solid foundation in culinary arts and a strong desire to learn and grow in a professional kitchen, I bring a valuable combination of skills and enthusiasm to any culinary team. I have attention to detail and ability to follow recipes accurately ensuring that every dish is prepared to the highest standards. I am eager to utilize and further develop my baking and cooking techniques, infusing creativity into every aspect of my work in a kitchen role.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
baker
Public catering
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Worked extra hours to maintain good kitchen flow
- Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
- Complied with health and safety codes to protect staff and customers.
- Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently producing high-quality baked goods and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to sanitation guidelines and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Ensured product freshness by implementing proper storage techniques and regularly rotating stock.
- Reduced waste and increased efficiency by accurately measuring ingredients and closely monitoring baking processes.
- Increased production efficiency through effective time management and multitasking during busy periods.
- Created appealing displays to showcase products in bakery.
Commi Chef
Frederics
11.2023 - 01.2025
- Food preparation
- Recorded and overlooked work place food safety procedures in accordance with council regulations
- Covered shifts as a kitchen hand
- Cleaning kitchen, equipment and appliances
- Prepare, make and cook the menu
- Receiving deliveries and rotating stock
- Good understanding of dietary requirements
- Contributed to new menu
- Prepared fresh ingredients by chopping, slicing, and dicing vegetables.
- Received and stored food deliveries to maintain inventory accuracy and freshness.
- Supported chefs by communicating needs and progress during busy service periods.
- Enhanced culinary skills by assisting in the preparation of various dishes under the guidance of experienced chefs.
Kitchen hand and front of house member
Tourism Holdings
12.2022 - 11.2023
- Chopped and prepared vegetables and condiments for staff when service was busy
- Made coffees per customers request
- Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies.
- Correctly cooked or reheated food items for sale
- Supported chefs in food preparation tasks such as chopping ingredients, peeling vegetables, and marinating meats.
- Collaborated with other kitchen staff members to ensure smooth workflow during peak dining hours.
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
- Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
Education
Ncea level3 -
New Plymouth Girl’s Highschool
12.2023
Level 3 And 4 Cookery Certificate - Cookery
Western Institute of Taranaki of Technology
New Plymouth11-2024
Skills
- Fundamental Kitchen Hygiene
- Food Safety Protocols
- Experience under pressure in a high and intense environment
- Fast learner
- First aid certificate
- Quality control
- Adaptive and creative
- Time management
- Dough handling and Pastry preparation
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Basic math
Certification
Essential First Aid Course
Timeline
baker
Public catering
10.2024 - 01.2025
Commi Chef
Frederics
11.2023 - 01.2025
Kitchen hand and front of house member
Tourism Holdings
12.2022 - 11.2023
Ncea level3 -
New Plymouth Girl’s Highschool
Level 3 And 4 Cookery Certificate - Cookery
Western Institute of Taranaki of Technology
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