Jeremy Peter Knight
Prague 3,Prague
Summary
Talented Head Chef with sound knowledge of food preparation and restaurant management. Solid understanding of managing personnel activity in hospitality industry. Exceptional communication skills with ability to give clear instructions to subordinates. Organised and reliable with outstanding menu creation capabilities and satisfying customers.
Thrives in fast-paced environments while leading dynamic teams.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Head Chef and Manager of Housekeeping
Finnish embassy/residence
Sibeliova 6, Prague 6
2016.03 - Current
- Coordinated catering for official functions and guests of Ambassador.
- Managed shopping for residence and events, overseeing all purchasing activities.
- Oversee housekeeping operations in collaboration with gardeners and Diplomatic Service.
- Directed maintenance works at residence to ensure optimal functionality.
- Liaised with Ambassador’s PA to organise official events efficiently.
Head Chef and Housekeeper
Irish Embassy / Residence
Na Zatorce 19, Prague 6
2012.03 - 2016.03
- In addition to the same responsibilities as in the Finnish Embassy, I;
- Implemented new recipes for enhanced menu diversity.
- Developed seasonal menus to offer variety and freshness in dishes served.
Junior sous chef
Hotel Moevenpick
Prague 5
2010.01 - 2012.03
- designed new lunch menus and prepared recipes for over 100 different main courses and 60 starters, trained chefs on their preparation and presentation
- helped design, test and implement new banquet maps and new finger food in the Swiss catering brochure
- leading daily meetings on task distribution, staff training planning, food ordering, regular kitchen audits and stock control, preparing of time schedules, function maps, time keeping, etc.
Head chef
Culinaria
Skorepka 2, Prague 1
2008.09 - 2009.12
- designing and preparing daily menus, catering events, responsible for meeting quality, hygienic and safety standards and for food presentation
- menu planning, stock ordering and controlling, team leading and training of staff
Chef de Partie
Mandarin Oriental Hotel
Karmelitska 11, Prague 1
2006.08 - 2008.08
- Streamlined kitchen operations, leading to smoother service during busy periods.
- Supervised junior staff, ensuring efficient teamwork during service hours.
Full time Employment as a Chef
Ionion Travel, Kitzbuehel, Cliffs Pavillion Theatr
England, Greece, Austria and Prague
1992.01 - 2006.08
- Various full time Chef jobs to gain experience and travel.
- Banditos, Melounova 2, Prague 2 - Head chef
- Kitzbuehel, Austria - Head chef
- Thassos Island, Greece - Head chef/kitchen manager
- From Sous Chef to Head Chef
Education
City and Guilds 1 & 2 - Hospitality and Catering
Southend Technical College
Southend-on-Sea, Essex 1988.09 - 1990.07
HACCP - Hospitality and Catering
Southend Technical College
Southend-on-Sea, Essex 1988.09 - 1990.07
Skills
- Time management proficiency
- Seasonal ingredients utilisation
- Gourmet cuisine experience
- Forecasting and planning
- Signature dish creation
- Engaging leadership style
Affiliations
- Skating, Bicycling, Swimming, Music, Ukulele, Hiking and Snowboarding
Languages
English
Native
Czech
Intermediate
German
Elementary
References
References available upon request.
References
- H.E. Alison Kelly (ex-Ambassador of Ireland in CZ)
- Mr. Milan Cechura, (Executive Sous Chef Hotel Moevenpick),
- Mr. Ari Munandar, (ex Head Chef of Essensia restaurant, Mandarin Oriental),
- Mr. Aran Halvorsen, (Manager/Owner of Banditos)
Timeline
Head Chef and Manager of Housekeeping
Finnish embassy/residence
2016.03 - Current
Head Chef and Housekeeper
Irish Embassy / Residence
2012.03 - 2016.03
Junior sous chef
Hotel Moevenpick
2010.01 - 2012.03
Head chef
Culinaria
2008.09 - 2009.12
Chef de Partie
Mandarin Oriental Hotel
2006.08 - 2008.08
Full time Employment as a Chef
Ionion Travel, Kitzbuehel, Cliffs Pavillion Theatr
1992.01 - 2006.08
City and Guilds 1 & 2 - Hospitality and Catering
Southend Technical College
1988.09 - 1990.07
HACCP - Hospitality and Catering
Southend Technical College
1988.09 - 1990.07