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Mark Prosser

Cairns,QLD

Summary

Knowledgeable Chef Manager with many years of experience bringing planning and problem-solving abilities. Focused on maximizing resource utilization to support scalable operations and increase bottom-line profitability. Organized and systematic with natural relationship-building and leadership talents.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Director

29 Group Holdings
Cairns, QLD
09.2017 - 11.2023
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Cultivated and maintained relationships to promote positive work culture.
  • Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
  • Oversaw day-to-day operations of the company while coordinating with staff members.

Catering Manager

worldwide sports agency
Cairns, QLD
10.2016 - 09.2017

Catering for elite sportsmen and women and there support teams over a five day multi stage mountain bike event

  • Oversaw food preparation, production and presentation according to quality standards.
  • Managed inventory levels of food supplies required for upcoming catered events.
  • Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.

Head Chef

Spirit Hotel
Cairns, QLD
01.2014 - 07.2014
  • Staff management, Menu Development, Rosters, Purchases, Stock control, Auditing, OH&S
  • Maintained accurate records of inventory, sales, labor costs, and other operational costs.
  • Ensured compliance with health department regulations regarding hygiene and sanitation practices.
  • Monitored food production to guarantee quality standards were met.
  • Analyzed financial data related to labor costs, inventory expenses, and menu pricing changes, making recommendations as needed.

Head Chef

Yorkys Knob
Cairns, QLD
06.2011 - 01.2014
  • Staff Management, Menu development, Rosters, Purchasing, Stock control
  • Organized special events such as banquets or catering services when required.
  • Ensured compliance with health department regulations regarding hygiene and sanitation practices.
  • Created weekly work schedules for kitchen personnel based on anticipated business volume.
  • Monitored food production to guarantee quality standards were met.

Head Chef

Hotel Group
Tieri, QLD
06.2010 - 02.2011
  • Planned and prepared food product orders to maintain appropriate stock levels.
  • Coordinated with suppliers to negotiate favorable prices on bulk purchases of food items.
  • Developed recipes and menus to meet consumer demand and align with culinary trends.
  • Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.

Head Chef

Bucket and spade
Sunshine Coast, Queensland
03.2010 - 06.2010
  • Experimented with various ingredients and cooking techniques to develop new and flavorful dishes for customers.
  • Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.
  • Organized kitchen staff to ensure efficient operations during peak service hours.

Education

Monivae College
01.1977

Skills

  • Solutions Development
  • Compliance
  • Hazardous Materials Identification System Administration
  • Human Resources
  • Food Systems
  • Business Development

Certification

  • Occupational health and safety level IV, Skills Queensland, 06/2013
  • Certificate IV in Occupational health and safety, Skills Queensland

Timeline

Director

29 Group Holdings
09.2017 - 11.2023

Catering Manager

worldwide sports agency
10.2016 - 09.2017

Head Chef

Spirit Hotel
01.2014 - 07.2014

Head Chef

Yorkys Knob
06.2011 - 01.2014

Head Chef

Hotel Group
06.2010 - 02.2011

Head Chef

Bucket and spade
03.2010 - 06.2010

Monivae College

Affiliations

  • Surfing
  • skiing
  • solo glider pilot

Languages

English
Professional
Mark Prosser