Nathan Taverner
Quakers Hill,NSW
Summary
Dedicated Demi Chef committed to quality standards and offering 10 years of experience in fast-paced settings. Well-attuned to trends in culinary arts to deliver creative and delicious menu items. I have clear understanding of ordering, running fast paced plated and buffet styled functions.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Interim Demi Chef
Crowne Plaza Hawkesbury Valley
Windsor, NSW
11.2023 - Current
- Trained new employees on proper cooking methods, knife handling, safety practices.
- Managed ordering of kitchen supplies and equipment maintenance.
- Supervised junior staff members when necessary.
- Supervised kitchen food preparation in demanding, high-volume environments.
- Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
Commis Chef
Crowne Plaza Hawkesbury Valley
Windsor, NSW
12.2016 - 11.2023
- Handled food deliveries, processing items and accurately placing into inventory.
- Organized the daily mise en place in order to prepare meals efficiently.
- Worked closely with other chefs to coordinate meal preparation activities during busy shifts.
Apprentice Chef
Crowne Plaza Hawkesbury Valley
Windsor, NSW
07.2014 - 12.2016
- Prepared, cooked and served meals according to recipes and menus.
- Maintained cleanliness and hygiene standards in the kitchen area.
- Helped experienced chefs prepare dishes for customers.
- Took direction from head chef on menu items and preparation techniques.
- Trained in proper food handling procedures while adhering to health codes.
Education
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery III
Ryde Culinary Tafe
Ryde, NSW12-2016
Skills
- Ingredient Preparation
- Kitchen Staff Leadership
- Food Freshness Management
- Station Stocking
- Supply Ordering
- Task Delegation
Accomplishments
- Scholarship from CitiBank in 2015, Worked down in Melbourne with George Calombaris
- Phil Darby Award winner in 2017 - Special Industry award
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Interim Demi Chef
Crowne Plaza Hawkesbury Valley
11.2023 - Current
Commis Chef
Crowne Plaza Hawkesbury Valley
12.2016 - 11.2023
Apprentice Chef
Crowne Plaza Hawkesbury Valley
07.2014 - 12.2016
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery III
Ryde Culinary Tafe
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