Jane Chalmers
Prince and Princess of Wales Hospice
Glasgow
15
Years of experience
Forward-thinking professional offering more than 25 years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Excellent and proven FOH skills. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Work History
Chef
3 Years 6 Months- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
Inbound Sales Advisor
1 Year- Renewed existing customers broadband contracts in a target driven environment.
- Upsold products like TV packages and EE mobiles.
- Solved customer issues and complaints with management or other departments to ensure customer retention and satisfaction.
Owner/Head Chef
4 Years 2 Months- Set up the restaurant from scratch; finding premises, getting change of use and an alcohol license, sourcing equipment, restaurant design, hiring and training staff.
- Responsible for the running of the kitchen; running service, preparing all menu items, ensuring high standards maintained at all times.
- Created all recipes for the menu including our own dough recipe and special items.
- Found suppliers and maintained good relationships with them to keep the restaurant well stocked with good quality produce.
- Made sure hygiene and food safety standards were met at all times and all records kept up to date.
Restaurant Manager
2 Years 7 Months- Ran bookings and service to make sure the restaurant ran smoothly at all times.
- Responsible for cashing up and balancing cashflow every day.
- Responsible for ordering stock and maintaining good relationships with suppliers.
- Dealt with any customer queries or complaints
- Responsible for hiring and training FOH staff.
- Regularly updated computer systems with new pricing and daily food specials.
- Ensured proper cleanliness was maintained in all areas of bar and front of house.
Chef
1 Year 7 Months- Responsible for daily running of the kitchen.
- Prepped all menu items and added occasional special menu items.
- Worked with the owner to come up with special menus for winetasting evenings and other events.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and food safety.
Education
Master of Science - Development Studies
Master of Arts(Hons) - History and Film and Television Studies
Skills
WSET Wine and Spirits Advanced Certificate: Passed with Merit
WSET Wine and Spirits Intermediate Certificate: Passed with Distinction
Full
clean diving license
Education
other,other
Timeline
Chef
Prince and Princess of Wales Hospice
03.2023 - CurrentRead More
Inbound Sales Advisor
BT Consumer
03.2022 - 03.2023Read More
Owner/Head Chef
Basta Pizza
09.2016 - 11.2020Read More
Restaurant Manager
Panevino
10.2013 - 05.2016Read More
Chef
Enoteca Supertuscan
02.2012 - 09.2013Read More
University of Glasgow
Master of Science from Development Studies
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University of Glasgow
Master of Arts(Hons) from History and Film and Television Studies
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