Managed inventory control, reducing food waste and optimizing budget allocation.
Collaborated with Executive Chef to design seasonal menus that showcased diverse flavors and techniques.
HEAD CHEF
OYSTER AND CHOP
AUCKLAND NZ
12.2022 - 03.2024
My responsibilities at Oyster and chop food control plan, menu costing and development, staff training, day to day running of the kitchen and most importantly delivering food to a consistent standard.
CHEF DE CUISINE
ACCOR, THE PULLMAN HOTEL
AUCKLAND NZ
10.2021 - 08.2022
I started at The Pullman in MIQ and then to open the restaurant
I created the menu, recipes and costed them
I built a team capable of delivering the high and consistent standard
A brilliant learning curb.
CASUAL CHEF
GO COLLECTION LTD
AUCKLAND
11.2020 - 08.2021
HEAD CHEF
SOUL BAR AND BISTRO
AUCKLAND NZ
08.2017 - 10.2020
• I would oversee the general running of the pass of a service of 250 average
• Make sure the food control plan was up to date
• Assist the executive chef in menu development and stock take
• Help cost dishes for new menu.
SOUS CHEF
URBAN GOURMET
AUCKLAND NZ
06.2016 - 08.2017
SOUS CHEF
THE REES HOTEL
QUEENSTOWN
03.2014 - 05.2016
Increased kitchen productivity by optimizing workflow processes and delegating tasks appropriately within the team.
Ensured consistent quality control of all dishes leaving the kitchen, resulting in a reputation for excellence among patrons.