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Shannon Henry

Geelong

Summary

Experienced hospitality manager with over 15 years of leadership in dynamic, high-pressure environments, now pivoting toward a career in conservation and land management. Proven expertise in team coordination, stakeholder engagement, operational planning, and resource allocation—skills directly transferable to land care, ecological project delivery, and environmental stewardship. I have studied in Conservation and Land Management, combining practical field training with a deep personal commitment to sustainability and responsible land use. Passionate about fostering community connections and working collaboratively to preserve and restore Australia’s unique natural environments.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Chef / GM

Loco's
12.2023 - 06.2024
  • Designed appetizers, entrees, desserts, cocktails, and special items.
  • Directed staff efforts for optimal performance in peak periods.
  • Enhanced staff skills through comprehensive training.
  • Guaranteed regulatory compliance in cleanliness procedures.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure competitive prices for goods.
  • Consistently surpassed KPIs, driving successful COGs and labor cost reduction.

Head Chef / GM

Edina Waterfront Café
01.2023 - 10.2023

Head Chef

Jack Rabbit Winery - House
09.2022 - 12.2022

Head Chef / Kitchen Manager

Piano Bar
11.2021 - 09.2022

Head Chef / Kitchen Manager

Blackman's Brewery
04.2020 - 09.2021

Various

Various
07.2005 - 02.2020

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Conservation And Land Management

The Gordon

Diploma of Visual Art -

The Gordon
01.2010

MBA - Business Administration and Management

Monash

Skills

  • Plant identification
  • Ecosystem preservation
  • Forest inventory
  • Fisheries management

Timeline

Head Chef / GM

Loco's
12.2023 - 06.2024

Head Chef / GM

Edina Waterfront Café
01.2023 - 10.2023

Head Chef

Jack Rabbit Winery - House
09.2022 - 12.2022

Head Chef / Kitchen Manager

Piano Bar
11.2021 - 09.2022

Head Chef / Kitchen Manager

Blackman's Brewery
04.2020 - 09.2021

Various

Various
07.2005 - 02.2020

Diploma of Visual Art -

The Gordon

MBA - Business Administration and Management

Monash

Some College (No Degree) - Conservation And Land Management

The Gordon
Shannon Henry