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Madison Kenny

Yamba,NSW

Summary

Driven by a passion for fostering educational and culinary excellence, I leveraged skills in classroom management and critical thinking at Tafe NSW to enhance student engagement and collaborative learning. As a chef at Laneway Lunchbox Espresso Bar, I significantly improved workflow and reduced food waste, demonstrating my ability to motivate teams and manage resources efficiently.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Hospitality Teacher

Tafe Nsw
08.2023 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Contributed ideas for improving the support process during team meetings, resulting in significant workflow enhancements.

Chef

Laneway Lunchbox Espresso Bar
03.2023 - Current
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • 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.

Daycare Cook

Wallawallabingbang Early Learning Center
01.2020 - 08.2021
  • Elevated the daycare''s reputation for nutritious, quality meals by consistently delivering well-made dishes that appeal to children''s tastes.
  • Demonstrated adaptability to changing circumstances within the kitchen, adjusting plans when necessary without sacrificing quality or safety standards.
  • Facilitated smooth operations during events at the daycare center, providing catering services for parties or other gatherings as needed.
  • Kept accurate records of all meals served daily, allowing management to monitor expenses and make informed budgetary decisions.

Kitchen Hand

Yamba Shores Tavern
11.2012 - 05.2019
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.



completed my certificate III in commercial cookery. and once completed was sous chef for a year from 2018-2019 .

Education

TAE40116 - Teacher Education, Subject-Specific

Pinnicle Safety And Training
Grafton, NSW
06.2023

Certificate III - Commercial Cookery

Tafe Nsw
Grafton, NSW
06.2018

High School Diploma -

Maclean High School
Maclean, NSW
11.2013

Skills

Classroom Management

Critical Thinking

Lesson Planning

Motivating students

Student Engagement

Collaborative learning

Timeline

Hospitality Teacher

Tafe Nsw
08.2023 - Current

Chef

Laneway Lunchbox Espresso Bar
03.2023 - Current

Daycare Cook

Wallawallabingbang Early Learning Center
01.2020 - 08.2021

Kitchen Hand

Yamba Shores Tavern
11.2012 - 05.2019

TAE40116 - Teacher Education, Subject-Specific

Pinnicle Safety And Training

Certificate III - Commercial Cookery

Tafe Nsw

High School Diploma -

Maclean High School
Madison Kenny