Peter Henderson
Chef
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
I am a seasoned chef and business owner with several years experience in hospitality management, business strategy, financial management and hands on cooking. I am a highly skilled Chef with a background in setting up and running full-service kitchens. My strengths include creating unique culinary experiences, maintaining high-quality standards, fostering team collaboration and implementing programs to elevate kitchen performance. I have recently completed the sale of my three businesses and am now looking forward to a new challenge.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef /Business Owner/Operator
Hot Poppy Cafe, Oskar Pizza, Joe Taylor Bar
North Melbourne, VIC
04.2001 - 06.2024
- Ensured compliance with all local laws and regulations related to the business including all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the three venues
- Scheduled maintenance activities and repairs for equipment used by the businesses
- Resolved issues efficiently by conducting detailed research and making prompt decisions.
- Kept records for production and reviewed operational records, inventory and expenses.
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes and that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards
- Managed daily operations of the kitchen including menu planning, rosters, ordering supplies, delegating tasks and supervising kitchen staff to optimize food preparation, quality, presentation and safety.
- Adhered to budget guidelines when purchasing ingredients and equipment.
- Communicated effectively, regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
Skills
- Food Safety HACCP
- Menu Planning
- Equipment Inspection
- Training and mentoring
- Food Prep Planning
- Batch Cooking
- Cost Control
- Purchasing
- Quality Control
- Waste Reduction
- Food presentation
- Online Ordering Management
- Inventory Management
Certification
- Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
- Food Safety Supervisor certificate
- Current Police check 11/07/2024
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Chef /Business Owner/Operator
Hot Poppy Cafe, Oskar Pizza, Joe Taylor Bar
04.2001 - 06.2024
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