Sarah Mooney
Bauple,QLD
Summary
Forward-thinking professional offering more then 20 years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Excellent and proven skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Cook
The Royal Hotel
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Cook to order, with high standards, quality and quickly.
- Design Meals with Profit
- Mentored junior cooks, providing guidance on culinary techniques and fostering professional growth within the team.
- Adhered to strict dietary restrictions when creating customized meal options for guests with allergies or preferences.
- Monitored food preparation processes to maintain consistent taste, texture, and presentation of dishes.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen, meeting or exceeding health department requirements.
- Managed kitchen staff, ensuring proper training and adherence to safety protocols for a safe working environment.
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Bartender
The Royal Hotel
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
- Conducted regular inventory count to keep bar and drink supplies stocked, avoiding expensive rush orders.
Fast Food Cook/Fast Food Team Leader
Sandys Fish And Chips
10.2020 - 01.2023
- Worked in fast-paced environment with sense of urgency to serve guests quickly.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, contributing to a positive and safe work environment.
- Cooked menu items according to specified instructions.
- Handled high-pressure situations gracefully, maintaining professionalism even during peak business periods.
- Completed orders within established timeframes, meeting customer expectations for prompt service.
- Streamlined order processing by accurately reading tickets and communicating effectively with front-of-house staff.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Prepared ingredients for menu items.
Barista/Trainer
Toast
04.2016 - 09.2018
- Trained new team members with positive reinforcement and respectful, encouraging coaching.
- Provided ongoing feedback to trainees on their progress, offering constructive criticism when necessary while celebrating achievements regularly.
- Improved barista skills through one-on-one training sessions and practical demonstrations.
- Taught proper procedures and strategies for success to new employees.
- Handled cash and processed payments accurately to avoid errors.
- Trained new employees in groups and in one-on-one scenarios.
Barista/Trainer
Matilda Service Station
01.2012 - 11.2013
- Trained new team members with positive reinforcement and respectful, encouraging coaching.
- Provided ongoing feedback to trainees on their progress, offering constructive criticism when necessary while celebrating achievements regularly.
- Improved barista skills through one-on-one training sessions and practical demonstrations.
- Taught proper procedures and strategies for success to new employees.
- Managed cash register transactions efficiently while adhering to company policies regarding cash handling procedures.
Fast Food Cook/Fast Food Cashier
Matilda Service Station
01.2011 - 11.2013
- Worked in fast-paced environment with sense of urgency to serve guests quickly.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, contributing to a positive and safe work environment.
- Cooked menu items according to specified instructions.
- Handled high-pressure situations gracefully, maintaining professionalism even during peak business periods.
Education
Multiple Levels of Hospitality
TAFE Queensland
Gympie, QLD11.2009
Hospitality Administration And Management
TAFE Queensland
Gympie, QLD07.2009
High School Diploma -
Gympie Tafe
Gympie, QLD01.2007
Timeline
Bartender
The Royal Hotel
02.2023 - 02.2024
Head Cook
The Royal Hotel
01.2023 - 03.2024
Fast Food Cook/Fast Food Team Leader
Sandys Fish And Chips
10.2020 - 01.2023
Barista/Trainer
Toast
04.2016 - 09.2018
Barista/Trainer
Matilda Service Station
01.2012 - 11.2013
Fast Food Cook/Fast Food Cashier
Matilda Service Station
01.2011 - 11.2013
Multiple Levels of Hospitality
TAFE Queensland
Hospitality Administration And Management
TAFE Queensland
High School Diploma -
Gympie Tafe
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