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Mitchell Thompson

Alice Springs,NT

Summary

Dynamic Chef with extensive experience at Amentum, excelling in quality control and waste management. Proven ability to lead kitchen teams and enhance food presentation, while fostering strong vendor relationships. Skilled in inventory management and effective communication, consistently achieving high standards in food preparation and customer satisfaction.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef

Amentum
Alice Springs, NT
06.2022 - Current
  • Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
  • Exercised portion control for items served, eliminating waste.
  • Managed kitchen staff team and assigned tasks for various stages of food production.
  • Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.

Chef

Mercure Alice Springs Resort
Alice Springs, NT
10.2019 - 05.2022
  • Instructed cooks and other workers in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
  • Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
  • Managed kitchen staff team and assigned various stages of food production.
  • Developed long-term business relationships with food vendors to find and purchase ingredients at cost-effective rates.
  • Cleaned, sanitized and maintained food storage, preparation and serving areas.

Apprentice Chef

Lasseters Hotel Casino
Alice Springs , NT
11.2017 - 09.2019
  • Checked dates on food to maintain proper rotation, discarding expired items.
  • Handled presentation standards and portion control requirements.
  • Rotated food stock, using up older items first and rejecting expired goods.

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery - Hospitality

Charles Darwin University
Alice Springs
08.2021

Year 12 -

St Philip's College
Alice Springs
11.2019

Skills

  • Food Preparation Techniques
  • Portion and Cost Control
  • Waste Control
  • Customer Service
  • Quality Control
  • Sanitation and Cleaning
  • Food preparation
  • Inventory management
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Chef

Amentum
06.2022 - Current

Chef

Mercure Alice Springs Resort
10.2019 - 05.2022

Apprentice Chef

Lasseters Hotel Casino
11.2017 - 09.2019

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery - Hospitality

Charles Darwin University

Year 12 -

St Philip's College

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