Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. High-performing individual with solid background in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
The Criterion Hotel, PJ Gallagher’s Irish Pub
01.2023 - Current
Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
Obtained fresh, local ingredients to lower grocery costs.
Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
Collaborated with vendors and suppliers to obtain quality recipe ingredients while adhering to company budgets.
Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Arranged for kitchen equipment maintenance and repair when needed.
Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
Head Chef
Chelsea Hotel Charswood
03.2017 - 12.2023
Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
Obtained fresh, local ingredients to lower grocery costs.
Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
Arranged for kitchen equipment maintenance and repair when needed.
Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
Head Chef
PJ Gallagher’s Jackson On George
06.2015 - 06.2017
Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
Arranged for kitchen equipment maintenance and repair when needed.
Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
Collaborated with vendors and suppliers to obtain quality recipe ingredients while adhering to company budgets.
Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
Head Chef
The Criterion Hotel, PJ Gallagher’s Irish Pub
10.2011 - 07.2015
Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
Prioritized and re-prioritized kitchen tasks based on fluctuating demands.
Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced [Type] environment.
Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
Cook
PJ Gallagher’s, Enfield
09.2010 - 09.2011
Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
Prioritized and re-prioritized kitchen tasks based on fluctuating demands.
Cook/Kitchen Hand
PJ Gallagher’s Irish Pub
09.2008 - 08.2010
Education
High School Diploma -
Commercial Cookery Certificate III
L1-4/552 George St, Sydney NSW 2000
07.2013
High School Diploma -
Australian Institute of Commerce And Language
Level 9/815 George Street, Haymarket NSW 2000
06.2013
Skills
Process Improvement
Signature Dish Creation
Customer Retention
Food and Beverage Pairings
Timeline
Head Chef
The Criterion Hotel, PJ Gallagher’s Irish Pub
01.2023 - Current
Head Chef
Chelsea Hotel Charswood
03.2017 - 12.2023
Head Chef
PJ Gallagher’s Jackson On George
06.2015 - 06.2017
Head Chef
The Criterion Hotel, PJ Gallagher’s Irish Pub
10.2011 - 07.2015
Cook
PJ Gallagher’s, Enfield
09.2010 - 09.2011
Cook/Kitchen Hand
PJ Gallagher’s Irish Pub
09.2008 - 08.2010
High School Diploma -
Commercial Cookery Certificate III
High School Diploma -
Australian Institute of Commerce And Language
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