JACK AFONSO
Wembley
Summary
Enthusiastic Souse Chef eager to join for new and established restaurants. Reliable, hardworking and driven to give guests top-quality foods.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Chef
Gaucho's Argentinian Restaurant
08.2021 - Current
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Increased kitchen productivity by optimizing workflow processes and delegating tasks appropriately within the team.
- Ensured consistent quality control of all dishes leaving the kitchen, resulting in a reputation for excellence among patrons.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
Sous Chef
Pj's Bar & Grill(Maxwells Group)
03.2018 - 02.2020
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
- Ensured consistent quality control of all dishes leaving the kitchen, resulting in a reputation for excellence among patrons.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
Sous Chef
Beach Blanket Babylon
08.2017 - 01.2018
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
Head Griller
Kenzo 72
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Ensured customer satisfaction with timely and accurate order preparation.
- Streamlined grill station operations, effectively managing multiple orders simultaneously.
- Optimized workflow during peak hours by prioritizing tasks based on current order volumes.
Sous Chef
Mr. Mikes Stake House and Grill
03.2014 - 12.2015
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
Education
Hospitality
IIAS (Indian Institute of Advance Study)
India01.2005
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Kitchen leadership
- Food Safety
- Inventory Management
- Food Preparation
- Allergen awareness
- Supervising Food Prep
Certification
- Certified Level 3 Food Safety
Timeline
Sous Chef
Gaucho's Argentinian Restaurant
08.2021 - Current
Sous Chef
Pj's Bar & Grill(Maxwells Group)
03.2018 - 02.2020
Sous Chef
Beach Blanket Babylon
08.2017 - 01.2018
Head Griller
Kenzo 72
05.2017 - 08.2017
Sous Chef
Mr. Mikes Stake House and Grill
03.2014 - 12.2015
Hospitality
IIAS (Indian Institute of Advance Study)
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