Teodor Lache

Experienced professional with a Bachelor's degree in Business Management from the University of East London, United Kingdom. I have extensive international work experience in the United Kingdom and Greece, across different professional environments. Adaptable, reliable, and detail-oriented, with a strong work ethic, a practical approach to tasks, and a commitment to quality, teamwork, and following workplace procedures.

Chef - Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Farnham, United Kingdom

(2024-01 - 2026-06)

National UK restaurant chain (approx. 50 locations across the UK)

• Took full responsibility for preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality dishes in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Managed an individual section efficiently, ensuring consistent standards during high-volume service.
• Followed recipes accurately, handled fresh ingredients, and maintained strict hygiene and food safety standards.

Chef — Fish Section - Côte Restaurants - Farnham, United Kingdom

(2020-01 - 2023-10)

One of the largest French restaurant chains in the UK (over 75 locations)

• Held full responsibility for preparation, cooking, and presentation of all fish and seafood dishes.
• Filleted, portioned, and cooked a wide variety of fresh fish and shellfish to a consistently high standard.
• Maintained quality, consistency, and hygiene standards across every service.

Chef — Salad Section - Pazzia Restaurant - Royal Ascot, United Kingdom

(2018-02 - 2019-10)

• Prepared and presented a range of cold dishes, including composed salads, dressings, starters, and garnishes.
• Used fresh, seasonal ingredients while maintaining high standards of presentation, flavour, and hygiene.

Machine Operator — PVC Windows - Windows Plus - Coventry, United Kingdom

(2017-01 - 2018-01)

• Measured, cut, and assembled PVC window frames in a factory production environment, with precision and attention to detail.
• Used electronic measuring tools and worked from technical drawings and work sheets in English.
• Produced units to specification, ensuring proper sealing and high-quality finishing before dispatch.
• Operated power tools and machinery in line with health and safety regulations.

Laminating Machine Operator - CEWE Ltd - Leamington Spa, United Kingdom

(2015-01 - 2016-12)

• Set up, operated, and monitored laminating machinery to produce laminated materials to specification.
• Controlled alignment, pressure, temperature, and speed settings across different materials.
• Carried out quality checks to catch defects before materials moved further down the line.

Chef - Lindos Mare Hotel - Rhodes, Greece

(2013-04 - 2014-10)

• Prepared and presented fresh, seasonal dishes inspired by Greek and Mediterranean cuisine in a hotel à la carte restaurant.
• Managed daily kitchen operations, ensuring every plate met high standards of taste, presentation, and hygiene.

Pizza Maker - Hotel Forum Beach - Rhodes, Greece

(2011-05 - 2012-12)

• Prepared and presented pizzas for hotel guests, managing the full process from dough preparation to baking and final presentation.
• Operated pizza ovens with precision, maintaining consistent quality throughout service.

PVC Joinery Machine Operator - S.C. Rauplast S.R.L. - Ploiești, Romania

(2005-11 - 2010-11)

• Worked across the full PVC joinery production process — from the 6-metre profile bar through cutting, steel reinforcement insertion, corner welding, corner cleaning, drainage and hardware milling, to glazing and final assembly.
• Operated cutting, welding, and assembly machinery for the production of PVC doors, windows, and frames.
• Measured, cut, and shaped PVC profiles precisely according to technical drawings and project specifications.
• Set up and calibrated machinery, and carried out quality checks on finished profiles.

Cook - S.C. Giulia S.R.L. - Ploiești, Romania

(2003 - 2005)

• Prepared salads, plated dishes, and worked on grills and cooking specialities in a restaurant kitchen.
• Maintained consistent presentation and quality standards across daily service.

Stock Controller - Kaufland Romania - Ploiești, Romania

(2001 - 2003)

• Tracked incoming and outgoing goods and kept inventory records accurate through regular stock counts.

Bachelor's Degree - Business Management - University of East London, United Kingdom (2021 - 2025)

Certificate of Higher Education - Electronic Technician - "Elie Radu" Energy Technological High School — Ploiești, Romania (2002 - 2005)

Certificate of Higher Education - Industrial Metallic Locksmith - Anghel Saligny Technological High School — Romania (1996 - 2001)