Tamzin Bowden

I took on an exciting role as a chauffeur for 10 weeks driving round actors for a Film Set.

I was given this opportunity through my daughter in the Film industry. I thoroughly included getting to mix with all different types of people.

I became a stay at home Mum in 2003 And in 2011 I decided to take on the volunteer role as Canteen convener at Mike Hatchers junior motorcycle club where my son raced motorbikes

I had full control of the kitchen down to ordering preparation cooking cleaning and customer service

I loved the 11 years that I volunteered at the Canteen to sad unforeseen circumstances I had to give up my position in December 2022

• Sandwich and wrap preparation. Hot food , drinks and till.

Worked here as a casual chef doing split shifts

Mostly buffet Work

And cooking on open grills in front of customers

• Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
• Buffet work fast paced breakfast lunch and dinner
• Room service menus
• Breakfast

• Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
• When I first started at Hota I worked in the function kitchen downstairs then I was moved up to the cafe upstairs and was running cafe arts for over a year while also training an apprentice
• Very fast paced environment Quite often not having much turn around time to feed customers between shows so having your prep organised and being on your toes with a very high priority in this job

Worked as a lunch and dinner chef cooking Tavern meals basic prep work fast paced split shifts Busy environment

• Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
• Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
• Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
• Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
• Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
• Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
• Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
• Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

• Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
• Developed organisational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
• Sandwich and wrap preparation.