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Work History
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Tim Barker

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

I have been working in kitchens since I was 18, I love my work and I’m always looking to challenge myself with every role that I take on.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef De Cuisine

Tokar Estate
Coldstream, VIC
01.2024 - 04.2024

Ran all kitchen operations in an interim Role.

Including menu writing, All ordering, planning for events, staff training and anything else that might come with such a role.

Sous Chef

Tokar Estate
Coldstream, VIC
12.2022 - 01.2024
  • Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
  • Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.

Sous Chef

Innocent Bystander
Healesville, VIC
05.2021 - 11.2022
  • Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.

Commis Chef

Lore Of The Land
Fitzrovia, London
01.2021 - 03.2021
  • Enhanced culinary skills by assisting in the preparation of various dishes under the guidance of experienced chefs.
  • Contributed to a well-organized and efficient kitchen by maintaining clean workstations and following sanitation guidelines.

Chef de Partie

The Recreation
Fitzroy, VIC
11.2020 - 02.2021
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Contributed to a positive kitchen atmosphere through effective communication and collaboration with team members.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization, ensuring a safe and efficient workspace.

Apprentice Chef

Altair Restaurant
Warrandyte, VIC
08.2018 - 01.2019
  • Set up food stations by following chef's orders.
  • Displayed adaptability by quickly learning new menu items as they were introduced into the rotation.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.

Chef's Apprentice

The Healesville Hotel
Healesville, VIC
01.2017 - 07.2018
  • Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
  • Prepped daily menu items to quickly deliver upon request.
  • Rotated through all prep stations to learn different techniques.

Skills

  • Food Safety
  • Knife Skills
  • Team Management
  • Knowledge of cooking equipment
  • Food presentation
  • Menu development
  • Cost Control and Budgeting

References

Chris Toogood- head chef tokar estate

+61 421 220 177

chris2good86@gmail.com

Mark ebbels- executive chef tokar estate

+61 431 005 211

Micheal Themel-head chef innocent bystander

0451 787 002

Timeline

Chef De Cuisine

Tokar Estate
01.2024 - 04.2024

Sous Chef

Tokar Estate
12.2022 - 01.2024

Sous Chef

Innocent Bystander
05.2021 - 11.2022

Commis Chef

Lore Of The Land
01.2021 - 03.2021

Chef de Partie

The Recreation
11.2020 - 02.2021

Apprentice Chef

Altair Restaurant
08.2018 - 01.2019

Chef's Apprentice

The Healesville Hotel
01.2017 - 07.2018
Tim Barker