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Belkys Abad
Senior Chef The Party
London ,UK
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Meticulous Job Title eager to create unique and delicious dishes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with good understanding of seamless dining experience for customers. Creative and dedicated to staying up-to-date with food trends. Seasoned Sous Chef specializing in Type cuisine. Successful Number year record in high-volume kitchens. Career achievements working with head chefs and kitchen staff to meet high standards for taste, presentation and service.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Chef De Partie
Ivy Asian Restaurant
Guildford , England
04.2022 - Current
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
- Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
Ward Host
NHS ( Compass Group)
Guildford , England
07.2020 - 03.2022
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Assisted managers with quickly resolving service- and food-related issues.
- Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
- Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
Catering Assistant
Guildford Royal Grammar School
Guildford , England
12.2019 - 09.2020
- Monitored food preparation to determine correct temperature and proper cooking before serving.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Monitored food temperature, discarding items not stored correctly.
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Maintained high personal grooming standards and uniform presentation.
- Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
- Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
- Removed trash and cleaned kitchen garbage containers.
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
- Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
Catering Assistant ( Cafe Training)
Richmond Fellowship
Guildford , Surrey
02.2017 - 09.2019
- Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
- Delivered catered food and supplies to facility for on-time set-up.
- Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
- Monitored food preparation to determine correct temperature and proper cooking before serving.
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Removed trash and cleaned kitchen garbage containers.
- Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
Chef
YO! Sushi
Guildford , England
04.2012 - 01.2017
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
Education
NVQ - Professional Cookery
Guildford College
Guildford 03.2017
Skills
Catering background
Plating
Food spoilage prevention
Menu memorization
Food preparation and safety
Safe handling
Food plating and presentation
Food inventories
Order delivery practices
Certification
Degree hospitality and business administration
Interests
Yoga
Work out
Walk
Music
Timeline
Senior Chef De Partie
Ivy Asian Restaurant
04.2022 - Current
Ward Host
NHS ( Compass Group)
07.2020 - 03.2022
Catering Assistant
Guildford Royal Grammar School
12.2019 - 09.2020
Catering Assistant ( Cafe Training)
Richmond Fellowship
02.2017 - 09.2019
Chef
YO! Sushi
04.2012 - 01.2017
NVQ - Professional Cookery
Guildford College