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Joanne Sutherland

Scalloway,Shetland

Summary

I have a strong background in hospitality, beginning with completing my SVQ Level 2 in Hospitality through an apprenticeship at Scalloway Hotel. From there, I built over 14 years of experience working as Cook in Charge, followed by 7 months in a leadership and office-based Head Cook role. Throughout my career, I have developed strong leadership, organisational, and people skills. I am very resilient and can handle situations and tasks under pressure and on time of deadlines,

Through my experience, I have developed interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive working relationships. I am motivated, dependable, and committed to contributing positively to the community. I believe my leadership experience, organisational skills, and calm, supportive approach would allow me to make a valuable contribution to the Community Involvement & Development Officer role at Solarhus.

Overview

9
9
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Office/Leader/head cook

Shetland islands Council
Lerwick , Shetland
2011.08 - I currently work here

Experienced hospitality professional with over 14 years as cook in charge, did a leadership,mental health and resilience training in 2025 with muller assist for. I started a temporary post in Hayfield (7 months) doing supervision of school kitchens office work, including Cooking in schools when needed, I have built a good team management with staff. I am Passionate about supporting people, building positive relationships and

Education

SVQ Level 2 - Hospitality

Train Shetland
Lerwick , Shetland
1998.07 - 2000.11

Certificate in resilience mental health and Leadership -

Muller fm assist
Stirling , Fife
2025.02 - 2026.06

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - School

Scalloway school
Scalloway , Shetland
1994.08 - 1998.07

SVQ Level 3 - Hospitality

Shetland college
Shetland , Shetland
2014.08 - 2015.08

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Community engagement
  • Teamwork
  • Ability to work independently
  • Organisation
  • Leadership
  • Conflict resolution
  • Calm under pressure
  • Supporting vulnerable individuals

Timeline

Certificate in resilience mental health and Leadership -

Muller fm assist
2025.02 - 2026.06

SVQ Level 3 - Hospitality

Shetland college
2014.08 - 2015.08

Office/Leader/head cook

Shetland islands Council
2011.08 - I currently work here

SVQ Level 2 - Hospitality

Train Shetland
1998.07 - 2000.11

Scottish Qualifications Certificate - School

Scalloway school
1994.08 - 1998.07
Joanne Sutherland