Allen Mccabe

Career Break

Talent

CoventryMember since October 14, 2026

Client-focused approach in understanding needs and preparing the right type of mExcellent leadership skills coordinating staff to complete tasks within short anGood knowledge of food hygiene, and health and safety standards.Works well in teams with excellent coordination and contribution.Organised and responsible, managing opening and closing of sites safely.Punctual and great time management.Preparing a wide range of dishes for a range of events – buffets, carveries, cur

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About

A hardworking and responsible individual who has worked as a kitchen manager for over 20 years progressing from working as a chef, preparing a range of buffets, sit-down dinners, and dishes for large scale events across the UK. Developed a strong understanding of food preparation and food hygiene practices to prepare high quality services based on clientele needs. Coordinating and managing a team of servers and kitchen porters to complete tasks within strict deadlines delivering fast-paced services for simultaneous events.

Fostering strong levels of trust being able to manage and operate a site. After completing a career break, looking to return to the catering industry.

Experience

Career Break

(2021-09)

Career break due to furlough and being a stay-at-home parent.

Successfully managed day-to-day household schedules.
Developed strong relationships with children, family, and staff that care for children.
Balanced multiple priorities in a fast-paced home environment.
Managed budgeting, organisation, and coordination with services.
Provided consistent support, care, and structure within the family environment.

Kitchen Manager - The Standard Triumph Club - Coventry

(1999-09 - 2021-09)

Managed the kitchen ensuring smooth daily operations.
Processed orders for a range of events, such as weddings, birthdays, and conferences.
Prepared the orders within strict deadlines, completing simultaneous orders to a high standard.
Managed staff coordinating servers and kitchen porters when food will come out.
Supported in keeping sites clean and tidy in line with food hygiene, and health and safety standards.
Owned the keys to the site and ensured that the site was locked up securely.

Early Career - Blackpool

Gained additional knowledge by completing work experience alongside grandparents’ Bed and Breakfast.
Started out as a chef within an agency and progressed across different venues across Blackpool, catering for various large clients.
Joined The Standard Triumph Club as a chef and got promoted to Kitchen Manager.