Sous Chef
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I’m a highly motivated and passionate chef I spent 3 years at college studying catering getting a merit in my PCD LVL 3 catering diploma. I love to learn new cooking techniques and enjoy the buzz of a busy kitchen rush.
Sous Chef at The Shoulder of Mutton (2023-07 – Present)
Whilst being at the shoulder of mutton I have learnt my section and have taken more steps working closely with the head chef to help develop the menu. I've been working with costing, profit margins and working to a budget as well as reducing food waste by helping plan weekly specials using all potentially wasted products.
Chef de Partie at Panama Hatty's Grill (2022-08 – 2023-06)
On returning to my position here, I quickly fell back into my role on the stove, and took on more responsibilities in regards to stock rotation, prep, and food ordering.
Kitchen Manager at The Director's Box (2021-06 – 2022-04)
When I first started working here, I prided myself on learning all aspects of the kitchen, including stock orders and managing profit margins. The head chef left, and I proceeded to take on the role of kitchen manager. This involved me fully managing the kitchen in all aspects, as well as hiring and training new members of staff.
Kitchen Assistant at Wetherspoon's, The Wye Bridge Inn (2019-02 – 2021-05)
I provided food in a fast paced environment whilst maintaining an eye for detail and working to strict guidelines on stocks and wastage. It was here that I enhanced my skills whilst working on the pass co ordinating kitchen members and doing large amounts of covers.
Chef de Partie at Panama Hatty's Grill (2018-10 – 2019-09)
In my role, I was the sole chef delivering high quality meal on the grill section. In this fast paced environment, we served up to 200 covers in a day, and only used fresh and locally sourced ingredients.
Kitchen Assistant at Simply Thai (2017-03 – 2018-08)
Whilst working for Simply Thai, I assisted in the smooth running of the kitchen, and working my way up from kitchen porter to kitchen assistant.
Professional Catering Diploma – Buxton & Leek College (2017-09 – 2018-06)
Professional Catering Diploma – Buxton & Leek College (2016-09 – 2017-06)
