Guy Caron
St Davids,Pembrokeshire
Summary
Motivated and hardworking Junior Sous Chef bringing 6+ years of Gourmet experience. Proficient in cleaning, sanitising and food handling procedures, as well as customer service strategies and health code requirements. Expert verbal communication skills with authoritative style and ability to take over any station in kitchen.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work history
Junior Sous Chef
Grub Kitchen
St Davids, Pembrokeshire
2018.04 - Current
- Supported chefs in high-pressure, time-sensitive tasks during peak service periods to ensure timely meal delivery.
- Led the kitchen team in Head Chef's absence, ensuring continuity of service and standards.
- Monitored kitchen cleanliness, enforcing adherence to procedures aligned with company policies and HACCP plan to maintain hygiene standards.
Photographer
Guy Caron Photography
St Davids, Pembrokeshire
2022.04 - Current
- Executed photo shoots with professionalism and composure, ensuring a positive client experience.
- Planned photoshoots based on specific client briefs.
- Set-up professional cameras, equipment and accessories in outdoor locations.
- Took portraits of individuals and groups in studio and exterior locations.
- Edited and retouched photographs to enhance visual impact and meet client expectations.
Kitchen assistant
Twr Y Felin
St Davids, Pembrokeshire
2025.11 - Current
- Supported chefs with meal preparations to enhance service efficiency during peak hours.
- Maintained cleanliness throughout the kitchen for improved hygiene standards.
- Followed safety procedures whilst using kitchen equipment to prevent accidents on duty.
Commis chef
Really Wild Emporium
St Davids, Pembrokeshire
2022.01 - 2024.07
- Set clear standards for cooking, garnishing, and presenting food to ensure consistency and quality.
- Plated food according to restaurant artistic guidelines for an attractive presentation.
- Prepared food ingredients for each shift by chopping vegetables, mixing marinades, and stocking garnish stations for seamless service.
- Maintained high standards of food hygiene and safety, adhering to legal and company policies.
Chef
Bagel and Brews
St Davids, Pembrokeshire
2022.05 - 2024.01
- Monitored food quality and presentation to uphold highest standards for customer satisfaction.
- Enforced health and safety standards for food storage and preparation, reducing risk of contamination.
- Plated food according to restaurant artistic guidelines for an attractive presentation.
Waiter
Mr Funks
St Davids, Pembrokeshire
2022.05 - 2024.06
- Delivered friendly and fast service to process high-volume food and drink orders at peak times.
- Delivered meals and drinks with professionalism and care, ensuring timely service to uphold high standards.
- Welcomed new customers, addressed initial inquiries, and efficiently took drink orders.
Education
A-Levels - Travel and Tourism
Pembrokeshire College
St Davids, Pembrokeshire 2022.05 - 2023.05
Skills
- Culinary techniques
- Menu planning
- Quality control
- Food safety compliance
- Inventory management
- Kitchen management
- Time management
- Customer service
Hobby and interests
- Photography
- Cooking
- Surfing
- Outdoors
Timeline
Kitchen assistant
Twr Y Felin
2025.11 - Current
Chef
Bagel and Brews
2022.05 - 2024.01
Waiter
Mr Funks
2022.05 - 2024.06
A-Levels - Travel and Tourism
Pembrokeshire College
2022.05 - 2023.05
Photographer
Guy Caron Photography
2022.04 - Current
Commis chef
Really Wild Emporium
2022.01 - 2024.07
Junior Sous Chef
Grub Kitchen
2018.04 - Current