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Melissa Booth

North Narrabeen

Summary

Accomplished Chef with a proven track record at Elanora Country Club, adept in kitchen leadership and food safety. Expertise in managing high-volume food preparation, reducing waste by effective inventory management, and training staff for peak performance. Achieved significant cost savings and upheld exceptional food presentation standards. Skilled in menu planning and team leadership, ensuring operational excellence.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef and Head Chef

Mona Vale Golf Club
07.2017 - 04.2024
  • Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.

Chef

Elanora Country Club
10.2012 - 03.2016
  • 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.

Education

Pymble Lady’s College
Pymble, NSW

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Kitchen leadership
  • Food Safety
  • Inventory Management
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Food presentation
  • Menu Planning

Timeline

Sous Chef and Head Chef

Mona Vale Golf Club
07.2017 - 04.2024

Chef

Elanora Country Club
10.2012 - 03.2016

Pymble Lady’s College
Melissa Booth