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Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
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Richard Dobie

Tarneit,VIC

Summary

Adept at enhancing dining experiences and kitchen efficiency, I've leveraged skills in menu development and kitchen management at Star Hotel & Restaurant to mentor teams and streamline operations. My focus on food safety compliance and fostering collaborative environments has consistently elevated guest satisfaction and operational standards.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Contract Chef, Atlas People

Star Hotel & Restaurant
Macksville, NSW
10.2023 - 12.2023
  • Mentored junior chefs, providing guidance on technique and presentation while fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Upheld high standards of hygiene and cleanliness throughout the kitchen, maintaining compliance with local health codes.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency by implementing proper inventory management systems.

Contract Chef, Atlas People

Coopernook Hotel
Coopernook, NSW
05.2023 - 09.2023
  • Enhanced guest satisfaction by creating personalized and innovative menus tailored to individual preferences.
  • Managed food costs effectively through strategic purchasing decisions and efficient utilization of resources.
  • Mentored junior chefs, providing guidance on technique and presentation while fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Consistently met deadlines for meal preparation, service, and clean-up, contributing to the overall success of events and dining experiences.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency by implementing proper inventory management systems.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.

Contract Chef With Atlas People

Courthouse Hotel
Jamieson, VIC
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Consistently met deadlines for meal preparation, service, and clean-up, contributing to the overall success of events and dining experiences.
  • Adapted cooking techniques to accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies without compromising flavor or presentation quality.
  • Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
  • Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.

Chef Manager

Discovery Parks
Cloncurry, QLD
09.2020 - 01.2023

•Catering to the Mining industry

•Bulk style cooking

•Working along side great chef's on a fortnightly roster.

Chef Manager

ESS Worldwide Services
Queensland
02.2016 - 08.2020
  • Placed food orders with suppliers on weekly basis, taking into account kitchen budget and expected demands.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Kept kitchen staff in compliance with safety and food regulations to reduce opportunities for illness or accidents.
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
  • Optimized food presentation techniques for visually appealing plates that enhanced the overall dining experience.

Education

Certificate 3 - Commercial Cookery

William Angliss Institute of TAFE
Melbourne, VIC
10.2001

Certificate 2 - Commercial Cookery

Victoria University, Footscray, VIC
Footscray, VIC
10.2000

Skills

  • Food Pairings
  • Cooking techniques
  • Sanitation Practices
  • Nutritional knowledge
  • Food presentation
  • Food Safety Compliance
  • Kitchen Management
  • Allergen awareness
  • Food Cost Analysis
  • Menu development
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Attention to Detail

Accomplishments

Working in the Hospitality industry throughout my career, l have challenged myself from exclusive restaurant's in Melbourne & around Australia.

To the Mining industry and outback remote locations.

Living back in Melbourne now , l am looking forward to getting back where it all started.

Timeline

Contract Chef, Atlas People

Star Hotel & Restaurant
10.2023 - 12.2023

Contract Chef, Atlas People

Coopernook Hotel
05.2023 - 09.2023

Contract Chef With Atlas People

Courthouse Hotel
01.2023 - 05.2023

Chef Manager

Discovery Parks
09.2020 - 01.2023

Chef Manager

ESS Worldwide Services
02.2016 - 08.2020

Certificate 3 - Commercial Cookery

William Angliss Institute of TAFE

Certificate 2 - Commercial Cookery

Victoria University, Footscray, VIC
Richard Dobie