Lucas Cook
Newcastle,NSW
Summary
Passionate and results-driven head chef with a strong desire to continue learning and creating within the industry that brings joy and pride. Aim to share extensive knowledge and passion with fellow chefs in a collaborative environment where productivity and enjoyment go hand in hand.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
Urban Deli and Bar
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
- Tim Atkinson - owner 0426 042 013
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to lower grocery costs.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
Breakfast Chef
Crystlebrook Kingsley Newcastle
- Matthew Smith – executive chef 0434 355 949
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Trained new hires in proper cooking techniques and kitchen procedures, fostering a positive work environment.
- Adapted recipes to accommodate guest dietary restrictions, resulting in improved customer satisfaction rates.
- Mentored junior chefs in advanced cooking techniques, promoting professional growth within the team.
Head Chef
Hope Estate
- Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to lower grocery costs.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
Head Chef
Peer Gynt
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Elevated restaurant''s reputation by consistently creating high-quality, innovative dishes and maintaining top-notch presentation standards.
Head Chef
Berntis Mountain Inn
09.2017 - 10.2018
- Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency through effective staff scheduling and proper inventory management.
- Assisted in successful menu launches by conducting thorough tastings with key stakeholders to gather feedback for final adjustments before rollout.
- Maintained strict adherence to health department regulations by enforcing proper food handling practices throughout the kitchen area.
Education
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
Hamilton Tafe
Hamilton, NSW01-2001
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Organizational Skills
- Calm Under Pressure
Timeline
Head Chef
Peer Gynt
05.2024 - 10.2024
Head Chef
Berntis Mountain Inn
09.2017 - 10.2018
Head Chef
Urban Deli and Bar
Breakfast Chef
Crystlebrook Kingsley Newcastle
Head Chef
Hope Estate
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
Hamilton Tafe
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