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Work history
Education
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Hugh Irvine

Deal,Ken

Summary

Experienced culinary professional with a strong background in recipe development insight and food hygiene. Demonstrates exceptional adaptability to new recipes and cost control, ensuring efficient kitchen operations. Proven ability in running outside functions, delivering high-quality service in diverse settings. Committed to continuous improvement and excellence in the culinary field.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work history

Chef

Ripple Catering
Deal, Kent
2012.01 - Current
  • Followed health and safety guidelines to keep food storage safe, prevent spoilage and minimise cross-contamination risks.
  • Implemented cost-effective strategies in purchasing and inventory management.
  • Orchestrated seamless kitchen service during peak hours.
  • Trained junior chefs to enhance their professional skills.
  • Set up mobile kitchens and served large events

Chef/Manager

The Zetland Arms
Kingsdown, Kent
2003.01 - 2011.08
  • Proactively identified potential shortages of [Type] ingredients and instigated action to source adequate supplies.
  • Forecasted demand and orders optimum level of supplies to prevent spoilage.
  • Assisted in marketing efforts with attractive food presentations increasing footfall.
  • Arranged regular equipment maintenance and servicing, maintaining functional kitchen machinery.
  • Maintained stock levels for kitchen and bar
  • organised events to increase footfall

Head Chef

The Bowling Green
Deal, Kent
2002.05 - 2003.05
  • Followed health and safety guidelines to keep food storage safe, prevent spoilage and minimise cross-contamination risks.
  • Fostered a positive work environment, boosted team morale.
  • Reduced customer complaints by enforcing strict quality control procedures.
  • Cleaned and serviced kitchen appliances, maintaining good working order of grills, stoves and ovens.

Chef

Marquis Of Granby
Alkham, Kent
2001.08 - 2002.05
  • Followed health and safety guidelines to keep food storage safe, prevent spoilage and minimise cross-contamination risks.
  • Tracked ingredient use and portioning, identifying opportunities to reduce costs and improve profitability.
  • Forecasted demand and orders optimum level of supplies to prevent spoilage.
  • Monitored kitchen operations to spot and correct issues impacting team performance or quality.

Education

705 General Catering -

City & Guilds
Harlow
1990.09 - 1991.07

Skills

  • Recipe development insight
  • Food Hygiene
  • Adaptability to new recipes
  • Cost control
  • Running Outside Functions

Timeline

Chef

Ripple Catering
2012.01 - Current

Chef/Manager

The Zetland Arms
2003.01 - 2011.08

Head Chef

The Bowling Green
2002.05 - 2003.05

Chef

Marquis Of Granby
2001.08 - 2002.05

705 General Catering -

City & Guilds
1990.09 - 1991.07
Hugh Irvine