Nicholas Robert Dean
Grovedale
Summary
Experienced chef turned aspiring distribution market professional, Nicholas Dean, seeks to leverage his passion for trucks and warehouse work to propel his career forward. With a solid foundation in basic fatigue management and ongoing training in non-syncro truck driving, Nicholas is equipped to excel in the fast-paced world of distribution. A natural people person, he thrives on being out and about, connecting with new individuals, and embracing fresh challenges each day.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
head chef
Sir Charles Hotham hotel
11.2021 - Current
- Still in role
leading hand/ hr truck driver (multidrop)
Bidfood
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Leading hand on afternoon shift assembly of pellets and loading of trucks while moving trucks around the yard, fill in driver when required
chef
Jokers on Ryire
09.2015 - 01.2020
apprentice chef
Wharf Shed Cafe
01.2013 - 01.2015
Education
Year 10 -
Chaffey Secondary College
hr truck license and forklift license -
01.2023
Certificate III -
Commercial Cookery
01.2017
Certificate ll -
Retail Operations
01.2011
Skills
- Check food to ensure its quality
- Regulate temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment
- Prepare food for cooking
- Cook food by a range of methods - baking & frying
- Clean food preparation areas and equipment
- Store food in temperature-controlled facilities
- Receive and store supplies
- Make sure kitchen is hygienic and functional
- Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements
- Discuss food preparation issues with managers, dietitians and other staff members
- Order food, kitchen supplies and equipment
- Prepare and cook food
- Divide food into portions and add gravies, sauces and garnishes
- Explain and enforce hygiene regulations
- Advise customers on the location, selection, price, delivery, use and care of goods
- Operate cash registers and accept payment
- Package goods for customers and arrange delivery
- Price, stack, display items for sale, keep the store tidy and attractive
- Participate in stocktaking
- Leading the team on afternoon shift for picking of orders and loading trucks ready for distribution the next day
- Driving a heavy rigid truck for deliveries of items to multiple businesses
- Communicating with warehouse managers and reps about customer complaints/issues
Attributes
- Excellent people skills
- Works well with others
- Skilled at learning new concepts quickly while working
- Motivated & Enthusiastic
- Honest & Reliable
- Approachable
- Quick learner
- Always up for a laugh
- Can take a joke
- Can handle pressure very well
Hobbies and Interests
- Cooking
- Football
- Fishing
- Spending time with friends and family
Timeline
leading hand/ hr truck driver (multidrop)
Bidfood
12.2022 - 12.2023
head chef
Sir Charles Hotham hotel
11.2021 - Current
chef
Jokers on Ryire
09.2015 - 01.2020
apprentice chef
Wharf Shed Cafe
01.2013 - 01.2015
Year 10 -
Chaffey Secondary College
hr truck license and forklift license -
Certificate III -
Commercial Cookery
Certificate ll -
Retail Operations
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