Ben Chadburn
HARLOW,England
Summary
Seasoned Senior Sous Chef with knack for elevating kitchen operations and enhancing culinary offerings. Led teams to create innovative menus, resulting in positive customer feedback and increased repeat dining. Known for maintaining high standards of food quality and hygiene, while mentoring junior chefs to achieve their full potential.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Senior sous chef
The Hand and Crown
Sawbridgeworth
09.2022 - Current
- Led daily prep routines, improving kitchen productivity levels significantly.
- Contributed significantly towards achieving positive restaurant reviews on popular online platforms.
- Initiated staff training programmes for improved culinary skills.
- Demonstrated excellent leadership skills in overseeing the smooth operation of kitchen activities during busy periods.
- Improved menu variety with introduction of innovative recipes.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining workflow processes using new apps and websites
- Handled catering requests for special events successfully.
- Acted as head chef when required, maintaining continuity of service and quality.
- Supervised junior chefs, ensuring adherence to recipe instructions and quality control measures.
Chef
Hand and Crown
Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire
02.2018 - 09.2022
- Adhered to strict hygiene standards, ensured a clean working environment.
- Transformed under-utilised ingredients into special menu items.
- Streamlined kitchen operations for enhanced efficiency.
- Implemented cost-effective strategies in purchasing and inventory management, finding new suppliers reducing cost by 14%
- Participated in local food festivals, elevated restaurant's reputation within the community.
- Improved customer satisfaction by creating innovative and appetising menu items.
- Reduced food waste to improve profitability.
- Followed health and safety guidelines to keep food storage safe, prevent spoilage and minimise cross-contamination risks.
Education
NVQ Level 2 - Hospitality and Catering
Westminster Kingsway College
London 09.2016 - 07.2018
Skills
- Recipe innovation
- Staff training
- Recipes and menu development
- Kitchen safety adherence
- Documentation
- Commanding leadership style
- Budget management
Certification
Food Hygiene and Safety Level 3
First Aid Training
HACCP Training
Timeline
Senior sous chef
The Hand and Crown
09.2022 - Current
Chef
Hand and Crown
02.2018 - 09.2022
NVQ Level 2 - Hospitality and Catering
Westminster Kingsway College
09.2016 - 07.2018