Charlie Huxley
Ashford,Kent
Summary
A culinary professional with extensive expertise in grilling techniques and commercial kitchen operations. Demonstrates proficiency in food preparation, sauces preparation, and roasting mastery, ensuring high standards of hygiene and allergen awareness. Skilled in multi-tasking within fast-paced, deadline-driven environments, with a strong focus on health and safety. Committed to recipe research and development, enhancing food presentation through innovative cooking techniques. Career goals include advancing culinary passion by exploring new culinary trends and refining kitchen maintenance practices.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Chef assistant
Hooden Smokehouse and Grill
Ashford, Kent
2022.08 - Current
- Carried out daily food prep, reduced waste and cost.
- Facilitated smooth running of the kitchen by assisting with all areas of food production.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication skills.
- Managed cooking equipment maintenance, ensured longevity and functionality.
- Adapted quickly during busy periods to maintain service speed.
- Provided support in catering events ensuring timely delivery of meals.
- Helped create seasonal menus using locally sourced ingredients for unique offerings.
- Contributed in stock management for better inventory control.
- Collaborated with head chef for improved recipe development.
- Coordinated with team members for seamless kitchen operations.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Catering and Hospitality
Towers School and Sixth Form
2022.09 - 2025.07
Skills
- Grilling expertise
- Use of kitchen appliances
- Supply ordering efficiency
- Multi-Tasking capability
- Grilling techniques
- Commercial kitchen operation
- Stock making
- Roasting mastery
- Food storage management
- Sauces preparation
- Culinary passion
- Hygiene consciousness
- Food preparation
- Recipe research
- Recipe development
- Cooking techniques
- Health and safety awareness
- Kitchen maintenance
- Allergen awareness
- Food presentation
- Fast-paced and deadline-driven
- Knife handling
- Kitchen equipment usage
- Accurate stock counts
- Food storage procedures
- Waste disposal
- Food hygiene understanding
Affiliations
- Cooking
- Gaming
- Watching films
- Socialising with friends
Certification
I have level 2 in food hygiene and a allergen certificate
Timeline
NVQ Level 3 - Catering and Hospitality
Towers School and Sixth Form
2022.09 - 2025.07
Chef assistant
Hooden Smokehouse and Grill
2022.08 - Current