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Leigh Taylor

Swan Reach,SA

Summary

Driven, Hard working, reliable and versatile professional with a comprehensive background in food preparation and agricultural management, notably. Excelled in optimizing food safety and enhancing team collaboration, leading to significant improvements in operational efficiency and product quality. Skilled in farm equipment operation and possesses exceptional problem-solving abilities, ensuring high standards of productivity and safety in diverse working environments.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chef

Ocean Grove Supportive Care
11.2021 - 07.2024
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator temperature prior to starting shift.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
  • Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
  • Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
  • Upheld stringent food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant health department guidelines.
  • Managed food costs, sourcing ingredients from local suppliers to support community partnerships and sustainable practices.
  • Implemented rigorous quality control measures to ensure consistent taste and presentation of dishes.

Forklift Operator

Bluescope Steel
04.2014 - 10.2021
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.

Assistant Farm Manager

Tulara Downs Beef Feedlot
01.2009 - 03.2014
  • Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
  • Maximized operational profits by closely inspecting crops, assessing quality, and identifying problems such as disease or insects.
  • Managed record-keeping systems to track farm performance data, aiding in informed decision-making processes.
  • Collaborated with Farm Manager on strategic planning for crop rotation and land use optimization.
  • Enhanced animal welfare with regular health checks, vaccinations, and proper nutrition.
  • Planned schedule for crop rotation, plantings, and harvest.
  • Mixing feed rations for 600 beef cattle in feedlot environment using roller mill, large feed mixing wagon with conveyor belt
  • Mixing and monitoring chemicals for spraying on barley, wheat, dry land Lucerne.
  • Operating large farm machinery, large tractors, large spray booms, large 18 wheel V rake, Large round hay balers, combine harvesters.
  • Assisted owner with all day to day operations and maintenance of a large scale farm.

Dairy Farm Hand

John & Judy Patterson PTY
10.1997 - 12.2008
  • Supported efficient milking operations, ensuring timely completion of daily milking schedules and proper handling of milk products.
  • Improved overall dairy farm efficiency by streamlining daily tasks and maintaining cleanliness throughout the facility.
  • Actively participated in animal care routines, including feeding, grooming, and monitoring general health conditions.
  • Aided in calf-rearing procedures by providing appropriate nutrition, housing, and medical attention as needed.
  • Assisted in increasing overall herd health through preventative care measures, such as vaccinations and deworming treatments.
  • Optimized pasture utilization by implementing rotational grazing strategies for improved soil fertility and nutrient availability.
  • Coordinated with veterinarians to schedule routine check-ups and address any emerging health concerns within the herd promptly.
  • Observed animals and notified supervisor of signs of illness.
  • Kept pens, stalls and farm equipment clean and sterilized to support animal wellbeing.
  • Patrolled grazing grounds using ATVs to monitor animals and determine movement, care or health-related needs.
  • Assisting farm manager with day rations for milking herd using keenan feed wagon.
  • Operation of large tractors and other farm machinery, mowers, manure spreaders, spray booms, rakes, balers.
  • Assisting with center pivot irrigation on 200 acres of irrigated lucerne.
  • Assisting farm manager and owner with all aspects of farm operations

Apprentice Chef

Brighton Hotel
02.1993 - 05.1997
  • Set up food stations by following chef's orders.
  • Displayed adaptability by quickly learning new menu items as they were introduced into the rotation.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Prepared cooking ingredients for chef.
  • Performed other tasks as assigned by sous chef or chef
  • Acquired knowledge of diverse cooking methods including grilling, baking, frying, sautéing and steaming to produce high-quality dishes efficiently.
  • Participated in staff training sessions to learn new culinary techniques, elevating the overall skill set within the kitchen team.
  • Operated commercial cooking and baking equipment in support of head chef.
  • Developed strong knife skills through regular practice under the guidance of experienced chefs.
  • Improved kitchen efficiency with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
  • Exhibited excellent communication skills when conveying important information between front-of-house staff and kitchen personnel.
  • Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
  • Signed for deliveries, checked items into inventory and stocked goods into proper locations.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Observed different kitchen chefs' preparation of sauces, breads, and other items to gain knowledge in diverse cooking and baking techniques.
  • Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.

Education

Certificate III - Agriculture

Goulburn Murray Trade Skill Collage
Shepparton, VIC
11.2003

Certificate III - Commercial Cookery

Regency Tafe
Regency Park, SA
07.1997

Skills

  • Food safety and sanitation
  • Knife Skills
  • Cooking techniques
  • Food quality
  • Farm equipment operation
  • Livestock management
  • Animal Nutrition
  • Fertilizer Application
  • Equipment Operation
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Crop Rotation
  • Crop Inspection
  • Controlling pests
  • Insecticides Application
  • Records Management
  • Animal Breeding
  • Documentation skills
  • Irrigation system
  • Animal Record Maintenance
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Harvesting Protocols
  • Crop Irrigation
  • Soil Fertility
  • Crop Harvesting
  • Soil preparation
  • Chemical Application
  • Facilities Maintenance
  • Safety practices
  • Crop Cultivation
  • Disease Identification
  • Feed Mixtures
  • Decision-Making
  • Combine and harvester operation
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent Communication
  • Organizational Skills
  • Team Collaboration
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Forklift Operator Certification
  • Loading and unloading
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Team Player
  • Material Handling
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Safety awareness
  • Order picking and processing
  • Punctual and Reliable
  • Palletizing
  • Materials Handling
  • Heavy equipment operations
  • Lift Equipment Operation
  • Product Inspection

Certification

First aid cpr certificate

Manual handling certificate

Certificate 3 in agriculture

Certificate 3 in commercial cookery

Timeline

Chef

Ocean Grove Supportive Care
11.2021 - 07.2024

Forklift Operator

Bluescope Steel
04.2014 - 10.2021

Assistant Farm Manager

Tulara Downs Beef Feedlot
01.2009 - 03.2014

Dairy Farm Hand

John & Judy Patterson PTY
10.1997 - 12.2008

Apprentice Chef

Brighton Hotel
02.1993 - 05.1997

Certificate III - Agriculture

Goulburn Murray Trade Skill Collage

Certificate III - Commercial Cookery

Regency Tafe

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