Pauline Lovegrove
Craigmore,SA
Summary
Results-driven Chef / Cook with a recent Managerial role experience, Im proven skills in food safety, menu planning, and team management. Dedicated to enhancing dining experiences while ensuring compliance with health regulations.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef Manager
Cafe Zen
Elizabeth, SA
01.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food safety and sanitation.
- Developed seasonal menu offerings to enhance customer dining experience and drive sales.
- Trained and mentored kitchen staff on culinary techniques and operational procedures.
- Collaborated with suppliers to source quality ingredients and negotiate favourable terms.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations during food preparation and service activities.
- Placed food orders with suppliers on weekly basis, taking into account kitchen budget and expected demands.
- Barista Duties-Serving of various Coffees and Teas.
- Serving Customers, Taking Orders, Operating Register Cash & Efpos Transactions.
- Cleaning, Sanitising the Cafe & Cooking equipment.
Receptionist Administrator
Munno Para Health Centre, Lyell McEwin Hospital
Munno Para, SA
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Managed incoming calls and directed inquiries to appropriate departments efficiently.
- Scheduled patient appointments, ensuring optimal use of clinic resources.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Assisted with administrative tasks, enhancing overall office productivity.
- Implemented office procedures to improve workflow and reduce wait times.
Administration Officer
Department for Education Employment and Training, Traineeship
Adelaide, SA
01.1998 - 10.1998
- Streamlined administrative processes to enhance operational efficiency within the department.
- Coordinated training sessions for new employees, improving onboarding experience and integration.
- Managed scheduling and logistics for departmental meetings, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
Education
Kitchen Management
Tafe SA Elizabeth
SA12-2026
Certificate II - Cookery
TAFE SA Elizabeth
SA06-2024
Skills
- Food safety
- Food safety regulations
- Culinary expertise
- Supply ordering
- Menu planning
- Recipe creation
- Kitchen management
- Cooking skills
Timeline
Chef Manager
Cafe Zen
01.2025 - Current
Receptionist Administrator
Munno Para Health Centre, Lyell McEwin Hospital
01.2007 - 01.2009
Administration Officer
Department for Education Employment and Training, Traineeship
01.1998 - 10.1998
Kitchen Management
Tafe SA Elizabeth
Certificate II - Cookery
TAFE SA Elizabeth