Dylan Adams
Toddington,Bedfordshire
Summary
Passionate about cooking with 4 years of kitchen experience, including 2 years in diverse kitchen environments. Proven ability to manage multiple stations and oversee team operations in the absence of management. Strong work ethic and commitment to expanding culinary skills across various cuisines and menus. Eager to learn from experienced chefs and enhance culinary knowledge.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certification
Work history
Chef
The Fancott Arms
Toddington, Central Bedfordshire
2022.03 - Current
- Supervised work of cook and kitchen workers helping to keep the team and business running smoothly
- Ran shifts while delegating positions and addressing customer and staff issues.
- Coordinated prep work, streamlined the cooking process.
- Managed food orders based on stock levels, bookings, and menu changes to ensure proper inventory.
- Optimised workflow processes to minimise time on administrative tasks.
- Monitored kitchen operations to identify and resolve issues affecting quality.
- Enforced health and safety standards for food storage, preparation and handling
- Assessed health and safety risks, implementing measure to mitigate hazards
- Implemented waste reduction strategies, to decrease food waste and save money
- Assisted teams at various sites, providing support during busy periods.
Kitchen assistant
The Plough
Wingfield
2023.01 - 2023.05
- Kept kitchen and pot washing areas spotless clean and tidy, maintaining hygienic food preparation environments
- Washed and organised cookware, utensils, and dishes to maintain operational efficiency
- Sorted dishes before washing, increasing operational efficiency.
- Supported kitchen team during peak times by ensuring continuous availability of clean dishes
- Undertook regular deep-cleaning tasks, resulting in an immaculate work area.
- Removed rubbish and recycling to maintain a clean and safe workspace
- Ensure floors and work surfaces are kept dry and free from hazards, reducing the risk of slips and falls
- Managed waste disposal responsibly, contributing towards an eco-friendly workplace environment.
- Executed all tasks efficiently during each shift to ensure smooth operations.
Education
A-Levels - Computer science, Maths, History
Harlington Upper School
Harlington, Central BedfordshireSkills
- Leadership and communication
- Problem solving and decision making
- Time management and prioritization
- Working under pressure
- Staff supervision and task delegation
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
Certification
- Level 2 food hygiene and safety for catering
- FSA food allergy and intolerance training
References
References upon request
Interests
- I have also been part of a diverse number of clubs.
- I was part of the computer science club to try to further develop my skills with the physical and software parts of computers at school.
- I also did jujitsu at school and outside.
- Along with being part of the chess club at school.
- I played football for 5 years till the age of 12.
- I love cars, racing and go karting.
- Gaming.
- Shooting club where I won a competition at a young age.
- Cooking.
- Golf.
- I was also part of beavers, cubs, scouts and explorers.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Kitchen assistant
The Plough
2023.01 - 2023.05
Chef
The Fancott Arms
2022.03 - Current
A-Levels - Computer science, Maths, History
Harlington Upper School