Gregory Devine
Wigan,United Kingdom
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in organising and prioritising tasks, event management, and equipment operation and maintenance. Demonstrates proficiency in safe food handling and menu planning, ensuring high standards of service. Adept at multitasking in fast-paced environments, aiming to leverage skills towards enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. 45 Years experience in Catering industry.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
Work history
Cafe owner
Devine Intervention
Wigan
2024.04 - Current
- Resolved customer complaints, enhanced overall customer experience at the cafe.
- Reviewed sales performance regularly, identified areas requiring improvement.
- Trained new employees in cafe operations, resulted in improved service quality.
- Managed staff rota, ensured smooth operations during peak hours.
- Developed cafe menu for increased variety and customer engagement.
Caterer at Dean wood Golf club
Devine Intervention
Wigan, Greater Manchester
2020.01 - Current
- Head chef- Catering manager
- Day to day catering
- Visiting Parties/Golf Competitions
- Members functions/Weddings/Christenings
- All Major golf club functions/Captains dinner/Lady captains/Annual dinner
Caterer Ashton in Makerfield Golf Club
Devine Intervention
Wigan, Greater Manchester
2009.01 - 2020.01
- Same as above
NVQ Assessor
JLP Partnership
Wigan, Greater Manchester
2008.01 - 2009.01
- Assessing NVQ in hospitality
Head Chef
Colliers Arms
St Helens , Greater Manchester
2006.02 - 2008.01
Head chef
Wigan Pier
Wigan, Greater Manchester
2006.01 - 2008.01
Head Chef
Starlight & Pipedreams
Wigan, Greater Manchester
2005.10 - 2006.02
Chef -Catering Manager
Fishwick Hall Golf Club
Preston, Lancashire
2004.06 - 2006.02
Head Chef
Priory Wood Hotel
Orrell, Greater Manchester
2003.01 - 2004.06
Head Chef
Relief work
Wigan, Greater Manchester
2002.01 - 2003.01
Chef- Catering Manager Dean Wood Golf Club
GD Catering
Wigan, Greater Manchester
1994.01 - 2002.01
Second Chef
Bellingham Hotel
Wigan, Greater Manchester
1993.01 - 1994.01
Sous Chef
Park Hotel
Chorley, Lancashire
1990.01 - 1993.01
Head Chef
Charnock Motel
Chorley, Lancashire
1989.01 - 1990.01
Sous Chef
Trafalgar Hotel
Blackburn, Lancashire
1987.01 - 1989.01
Head Chef
Broken House Restaurant
Blackburn, Lancashire
1985.01 - 1987.01
Commis Chef
Samuel Whitbread Restaurant
Preston, Lancashire
1982.01 - 1985.01
Steward
Royal Air Force
1979.01 - 1981.01
Education
City & Guilds - 706/1 706/2 1201 Bakery & Health & Hygiene
Blackburn College ...
Blackburn, ABDCity & Guilds Equivalent - Valet, Reception, Silver Service Waiter, Bar Steward
Royal Air Force
Skills
- Organising and Prioritising
- Event Management
- Equipment Operation and Maintenance
- Safe Food Handling
- Menu Planning
- Multi Tasking
Timeline
Cafe owner
Devine Intervention
2024.04 - Current
Caterer at Dean wood Golf club
Devine Intervention
2020.01 - Current
Caterer Ashton in Makerfield Golf Club
Devine Intervention
2009.01 - 2020.01
NVQ Assessor
JLP Partnership
2008.01 - 2009.01
Head Chef
Colliers Arms
2006.02 - 2008.01
Head chef
Wigan Pier
2006.01 - 2008.01
Head Chef
Starlight & Pipedreams
2005.10 - 2006.02
Chef -Catering Manager
Fishwick Hall Golf Club
2004.06 - 2006.02
Head Chef
Priory Wood Hotel
2003.01 - 2004.06
Head Chef
Relief work
2002.01 - 2003.01
Chef- Catering Manager Dean Wood Golf Club
GD Catering
1994.01 - 2002.01
Second Chef
Bellingham Hotel
1993.01 - 1994.01
Sous Chef
Park Hotel
1990.01 - 1993.01
Head Chef
Charnock Motel
1989.01 - 1990.01
Sous Chef
Trafalgar Hotel
1987.01 - 1989.01
Head Chef
Broken House Restaurant
1985.01 - 1987.01
Commis Chef
Samuel Whitbread Restaurant
1982.01 - 1985.01
Steward
Royal Air Force
1979.01 - 1981.01
City & Guilds - 706/1 706/2 1201 Bakery & Health & Hygiene
Blackburn College ...
City & Guilds Equivalent - Valet, Reception, Silver Service Waiter, Bar Steward
Royal Air Force