Leo Kellett
Newcastle
Summary
31 years old. Experienced in thriving in high-pressure, fast-paced environments, consistently delivering top-quality results. Excels as a team player and independently, with a strong willingness to embrace new challenges and responsibilities. Proven track record of effectively leading and managing teams to achieve success.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
The Falcon Restaurant
01.2023 - 04.2025
- Team Leader
- Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Acting Sous Chef
The Edwards Bar
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Duties- Ordering, Team management, Rostering, Training staff, Event planning, General kitchen work, Service and preparation.
Environmental Services
Kosciusko Thredbo
07.2021 - 11.2021
- Waste removal services and traffic control for busy snow season resort
- Operated heavy machinery (garbage compactor and trucks)
Laborer
Goodpeople Labour Hire
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
Chef
Kiki Bar
01.2019 - 01.2021
Chef
One on la Balsa Cafe
01.2019 - 01.2020
Rentals and Lift Operator
Roundhill ski resort
06.2018 - 10.2018
- Learned and enforced lift rules, policies and procedures.
- Performed pre-operation inspections and post-operation shutdown procedures.
- Provided excellent customer service, answering questions about mountain trails, directions, and resort facilities as needed.
Chef
Doms
01.2017 - 01.2018
Chef De Partie
Catalinas
01.2015 - 01.2016
Chef
Café Affamato
01.2011 - 01.2014
Chef
Red Grapevine Restaurant and Bar
01.2008 - 01.2011
Education
Forklift Licence
123 Training Solutions
Newcastle, NSW05-2025
Divemaster Traineeship -
Davy Jones Locker
12-2014
Completed apprenticeship - Hospitality (Commercial Cookery)
Armidale Tafe
Armidale, NSW10-2014
Higher School Certificate -
Armidale High School
01-2012
Skills
- Food safety
- Kitchen management
- Team management
- Menu development
- Staff scheduling
- Ordering
Hobbies and Interests
Scuba diving, travelling, cooking, snowboarding
Timeline
Head Chef
The Falcon Restaurant
01.2023 - 04.2025
Acting Sous Chef
The Edwards Bar
01.2022 - 01.2023
Environmental Services
Kosciusko Thredbo
07.2021 - 11.2021
Laborer
Goodpeople Labour Hire
01.2021 - 04.2021
Chef
Kiki Bar
01.2019 - 01.2021
Chef
One on la Balsa Cafe
01.2019 - 01.2020
Rentals and Lift Operator
Roundhill ski resort
06.2018 - 10.2018
Chef
Doms
01.2017 - 01.2018
Chef De Partie
Catalinas
01.2015 - 01.2016
Chef
Café Affamato
01.2011 - 01.2014
Chef
Red Grapevine Restaurant and Bar
01.2008 - 01.2011
Forklift Licence
123 Training Solutions
Divemaster Traineeship -
Davy Jones Locker
Completed apprenticeship - Hospitality (Commercial Cookery)
Armidale Tafe
Higher School Certificate -
Armidale High School
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