Keiran Healey
A talented and self-motivated Chef with a successful track record of impressing customers with high quality meals and creative decorative food displays.
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A talented and self-motivated Chef with a successful track record of impressing customers with high quality meals and creative decorative food displays. Able to expertly instruct cooks and other kitchen workers in the preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation of food to the highest standards. Experienced in the planning, directing, and supervising of food preparation and cooking activities in a busy environment.
Looking for a suitable Chef position with an exciting and innovative restaurant in the local area.
Experience
Head Chef/Kitchen Manager/executive chef at Multiple sites. The clay hall hotel, the red lion hotel. South Holland centre-Spalding preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation of food to the highest standards and negotiating with suppliers to acquire ingredients at the best price. Experienced in the planning, directing, and supervising of food preparation and cooking activities in a busy environment.
Private Chef at Private Chef (2018-03 – 2020-05)
- Designed and prepared bespoke, high-quality meals tailored to individual client preferences, dietary requirements, and nutritional goals.
- Planned seasonal menus using fresh, locally sourced ingredients, ensuring variety, balance, and creativity.
- Managed all aspects of kitchen operations including sourcing ingredients, budgeting, stock control, and supplier relationships.
- Delivered exceptional fine dining experiences within a private home setting, maintaining restaurant-level standards of presentation and service.
- Adapted menus for specific dietary needs such as gluten-free, vegan, keto, and allergen-sensitive diets.
- Maintained strict food hygiene and safety standards in line with regulations.
- Provided meal prep services, including batch cooking and ready-to-heat meals for busy schedules.
- Catered for private events, dinner parties, and special occasions, often creating themed or tasting menus.
- Built strong, professional relationships with clients, ensuring discretion, reliability, and personalised service.
- Continuously researched food trends and techniques to enhance menus and client satisfaction
- Experience working with high-profile or VIP clients
- Wine pairing knowledge and beverage service
- International cuisine specialisation (e.g., French, Mediterranean, Asian fusion)
Personal Trainer at Everybody's gym-Spalding, Lincolnshire (2018-09 – 2019-11)
Head Chef at Baytree Garden Centre (2017 – 2019)
Head Chef at The Moorings (2011 – 2017)
Chef at The Ship Albion (2008 – 2011)
Trainee Engineer at COVERIS-Spalding, Lincolnshire (2007-07 – 2008-08)
Education
NVQ Level 3 in Professional Cookery – Peterborough Regional College (2006 – 2008)
GCSE – Thomas Cowley High School (2006)
Level 3 in Sport & Exercise Science (personal trainer and nutritionist) – Spalding, Lincolnshire (2015-01)