Ivo Kutakovs
Coventry,United Kingdom
Summary
Culinary professional with extensive kitchen operations experience, specializing in stock control and vendor management. Demonstrated ability to uphold high food hygiene and sanitation standards in fast-paced environments. Expertise in innovative menu planning and recipe development, emphasizing flavor pairing and presentation. Strong leadership skills foster teamwork and enhance culinary team performance.
Punctual and efficient Delivery Driver known for reliability, route planning and excellent customer interactions. Motivated to provide prompt, friendly and professional service at all times.
Responsible Driver adept at navigation and efficient, on-time deliveries. Possess comprehensive visual memory and excellent sense of direction.
Reliable and motivated individual seeking role as Delivery Driver. Possesses strong organisational skills and keen ability to navigate routes efficiently. Aims to ensure timely and accurate deliveries, contributing to customer satisfaction and operational success.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work history
Delivery driver
Workchain LTD
2026.02 - 2026.04
- Picking up and delivering packages on time
- Planning and following the most efficient delivery routes
- Providing friendly and professional customer service
Chef de partie
Michells & Butlers Retail
2025.05 - 2025.12
- Ensuring all food is prepared according to recipes and quality standards
- Ensuring proper food storage, handling and hygiene standards
- Assisting in menu preparation and food presentation
- Monitoring stock levels
- Supervising and training junior staff
LLOP driver
Co-op distribution, Coventry, UK
Coventry
2024.07 - 2025.04
- Operated LLOP to safely pick and move stock.
- Followed pick sheets and handled scanner instructions to collect items.
- Worked as a part of a team to meet daily targets and ensure on-time dispatch.
Head chef
Pasha’s pub, Daventry, UK
Daventry
2023.04 - 2023.11
- Managed full kitchen operation, including staff supervision, menu planning and food preparation.
- Monitored food costs, stock levels and supplier orders to stay within budget.
- Ensured full compliance with food safety, hygiene and health regulations.
- Worked closely with front-of-house to ensure smooth service and customer satisfaction.
PPT/ Long distance van driver
Great bear Distribution, Northampton, UK
Northampton
2022.12 - 2023.04
- Operated long wheelbase van for nationwide deliveries.
- Maintained accurate delivery records, paperwork and logs for each trip.
- Delivered high levels of customer service.
Sous-chef
Alacati grill, Daventry, UK
Daventry
2022.08 - 2022.12
- Supported Head chef in daily kitchen operations, including food prep, cooking and plating.
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff, ensuring high standards of hygiene, quality and teamwork.
- Managed kitchen inventory and ordering supplies.
- Assisted in developing new seasonal menus and daily specials.
Delivery driver
Amazon, Northampton, UK
Northampton
2020.10 - 2022.07
- Safely and efficiently deliver packages to residential and business locations.
- Use handheld device to manage routes, scan packages and update delivery status in real time.
- Provide friendly and professional customer service.
Sous Chef
Justin chef Hashtag restaurant, Northampton, UK
Northampton
2019.03 - 2020.08
- Plated food according to restaurant artistic guidelines for an attractive presentation.
- Supervised all kitchen food preparation, operating in demanding, high-volume environment.
- Oversaw kitchen employee scheduling, meeting all coverage needs and avoiding wasted labour.
Head Chef
Truva charcoal grill, Towcester, UK
Towcester
2018.06 - 2019.02
- Approved and polished dishes before delivery to customers to maintain signature reputation.
- Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
- Incorporated customer recommendations and feedback to modify and update menu.
- Produced or amended menus and item selections in conjunction with restaurant manager.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure high-quality and excellent value produce.
Head Chef
Mosaic grill, Daventry, UK, United Kingdom
Daventry
2017.02 - 2018.05
- Incorporated customer recommendations and feedback to modify and update menu.
- Produced or amended menus and item selections in conjunction with restaurant manager.
- Supervised preparation of specialties and customer requests to verify accuracy in production.
- Directed quality, presentation and proper quantities of plated food from line activities.
- Controlled and directed food preparation and service in high volume kitchen.
Grill Chef
Chilli Village, Northampton, UK, United Kingdom
Northampton
2017.06 - 2017.12
- Managed and trained grill cooks to practice quality standards and good work ethic.
- Led a team of grill chefs during high-volume service periods, delegating tasks effectively to meet stringent deadlines without compromising quality.
- Labeled and stored food items in containers to avoid confusion and promote orderliness.
- Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the grill area, complying with health and safety regulations to safeguard public health.
Grill Chef
San Sebastian Tapas and Wine bar, Trondheim, Norway, Norway
Trondheim
2016.03 - 2017.05
- Cooked all food to order ensuring adherence to company quality standards.
- Marinated food items according to corporate-provided instructions and recipes.
- Prepared a variety of meats and vegetables using different grilling techniques to meet customer preferences.
Chef Assistant
Scandic Hotel, Trondheim, Norway, Norway
Trondheim
2015.04 - 2016.02
- Washed, peeled, chopped, cut and cooked food within tight deadlines and without supervision.
- Maintained kitchen stations in line with health and safety standards.
- Prepared ingredients for cooking, completing tasks such as chopping vegetables, butchering meat or cleaning seafood.
Chef Assistant
Peter Brewhouse Gastro Pub, Riga, Latvia, Latvia
Riga
2014.08 - 2015.03
- Prepared dishes for serving by arranging plates as instructed by chefs.
- Maintained cleanliness in kitchen areas, including utensils and equipment, to uphold hygiene standards.
- Coordinated with service staff to ensure smooth operation and timely delivery of dishes.
Chef Assistant
Bryggen Asian Cooking, Trondheim, Norway, Norway
Trondheim
2012.09 - 2014.06
- Maintained excellent head chef relationships by providing proactive and helpful service.
- Conducted stock counts of ingredients and supplies, preventing service disruptions.
- Disposed of unused food and waste into appropriate disposal systems.
Grill Cook
Blue Cow Restaurant, Riga, Latvia, Latvia
Riga
2011.10 - 2012.08
- Cooked all food to order ensuring adherence to company quality standards.
- Delivered soiled dishes and pots and pans to washing areas and assisted in cleaning and drying all items.
- Implemented a cleaning schedule for the grill area, surpassing health inspection standards.
Head Chef
Sakura Restaurant, Burgas, Bulgaria, Bulgaria
Burgas
2010.10 - 2011.09
- Approved and polished dishes before delivery to customers to maintain signature reputation.
- Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
- Developed recipes and menus to align culinary trends.
Grill Chef
Blue Cow Restaurant, Riga, Latvia, Latvia
Riga
2010.02 - 2010.09
- Cooked all food to order ensuring adherence to company quality standards.
- Marinated food items according to corporate-provided instructions and recipes.
- Implemented a cleaning schedule for the grill area, surpassing health inspection standards.
Chef de partie
Ciros Pomidoro, Riga, Latvia, Latvia
Riga
2009.05 - 2010.01
- Supervised kitchen staff, delegating tasks efficiently to maintain high productivity levels.
- Monitored cooking processes, adjusting temperatures and seasoning for perfect dish execution.
- Established food presentation guidelines, ensuring dishes were visually appealing.
Wok Chef
Sakura Restaurant, Burgas, Bulgaria, Bulgaria
Burgas
2008.07 - 2009.04
- Completed regular inspections of work and food quality to verify conformance with specifications.
- Controlled food costs through expert ingredient sourcing and meal planning.
Chef de partie
Sonno Restaurant, Sigulda, Latvia, Latvia
Sigulda
2008.01 - 2008.06
- Monitored cooking processes, adjusting temperatures and seasoning for perfect dish execution.
- Collaborated with the front-of-house team to ensure seamless service delivery.
Asian Chef
Asian Chef Wok Bar, Riga, Latvia, Latvia
Riga
2007.07 - 2007.12
- Developed specialty foods and complex dishes using interesting season mixes.
- Enforced health and safety standards for food storage, preparation and handling.
Banquet Chef
Banquet Services 16 Korpuss, Riga, Latvia, Latvia
Riga
2006.10 - 2007.05
- Negotiated with vendors for better pricing, improving kitchen profitability.
- Conducted food safety inspections, maintaining strict hygiene standards in the kitchen.
Grill Chef
Steiku Haoss Restaurant, Riga, Latvia, Latvia
Riga
2003.12 - 2006.09
- Streamlined grill station workflows, introducing efficient cooking methods that reduced order preparation times and enhanced kitchen productivity.
- Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the grill area, complying with health and safety regulations.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - CertHE Business Studies with Foundation
Canterbury Christ Church University
Canterbury 02/2026 -
Affiliations
- fishing
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Russian
Proficient (C2)
Latvian
Proficient (C2)
Bulgarian
Beginner
Timeline
Delivery driver
Workchain LTD
2026.02 - 2026.04
Chef de partie
Michells & Butlers Retail
2025.05 - 2025.12
LLOP driver
Co-op distribution, Coventry, UK
2024.07 - 2025.04
Head chef
Pasha’s pub, Daventry, UK
2023.04 - 2023.11
PPT/ Long distance van driver
Great bear Distribution, Northampton, UK
2022.12 - 2023.04
Sous-chef
Alacati grill, Daventry, UK
2022.08 - 2022.12
Delivery driver
Amazon, Northampton, UK
2020.10 - 2022.07
Sous Chef
Justin chef Hashtag restaurant, Northampton, UK
2019.03 - 2020.08
Head Chef
Truva charcoal grill, Towcester, UK
2018.06 - 2019.02
Grill Chef
Chilli Village, Northampton, UK, United Kingdom
2017.06 - 2017.12
Head Chef
Mosaic grill, Daventry, UK, United Kingdom
2017.02 - 2018.05
Grill Chef
San Sebastian Tapas and Wine bar, Trondheim, Norway, Norway
2016.03 - 2017.05
Chef Assistant
Scandic Hotel, Trondheim, Norway, Norway
2015.04 - 2016.02
Chef Assistant
Peter Brewhouse Gastro Pub, Riga, Latvia, Latvia
2014.08 - 2015.03
Chef Assistant
Bryggen Asian Cooking, Trondheim, Norway, Norway
2012.09 - 2014.06
Grill Cook
Blue Cow Restaurant, Riga, Latvia, Latvia
2011.10 - 2012.08
Head Chef
Sakura Restaurant, Burgas, Bulgaria, Bulgaria
2010.10 - 2011.09
Grill Chef
Blue Cow Restaurant, Riga, Latvia, Latvia
2010.02 - 2010.09
Chef de partie
Ciros Pomidoro, Riga, Latvia, Latvia
2009.05 - 2010.01
Wok Chef
Sakura Restaurant, Burgas, Bulgaria, Bulgaria
2008.07 - 2009.04
Chef de partie
Sonno Restaurant, Sigulda, Latvia, Latvia
2008.01 - 2008.06
Asian Chef
Asian Chef Wok Bar, Riga, Latvia, Latvia
2007.07 - 2007.12
Banquet Chef
Banquet Services 16 Korpuss, Riga, Latvia, Latvia
2006.10 - 2007.05
Grill Chef
Steiku Haoss Restaurant, Riga, Latvia, Latvia
2003.12 - 2006.09
Certificate of Higher Education - CertHE Business Studies with Foundation
Canterbury Christ Church University
02/2026 -