Jonathan Finch
Liverpool,Merseyside
Summary
Accomplished culinary professional with extensive expertise in grilling and food preparation, complemented by strong leadership and adaptability in kitchen environments. Proven track record in quality control implementation and regulatory compliance, consistently meeting high standards. Skilled in purchasing, inventory management, and maintaining efficient operations. Committed to advancing culinary excellence and operational efficiency within dynamic kitchen settings.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work history
Head chef
Almost Famous
Liverpool
2024.11 - 2025.01
- Trained and managed kitchen staff, issuing disciplinary action and conducting performance reviews.
- Achieved targets for staff safety, kitchen sanitation and proper food handling and storage.
- Achieved a 72% GP average throughout my time as Head chef
Sous chef
Almost Famous
Liverpool
2023.10 - 2024.11
- Delivered food to the highest hygiene, quality and safety standards by strictly following regulations.
- Followed health and safety guidelines to keep food storage safe, prevent spoilage and minimise cross-contamination risks.
- Supported head chef with stock control and rotation, minimising waste with FIFO systems.
- Trained junior kitchen staff in food preparation and hygiene practices.
Jr Sous Chef
Almost Famous
Liverpool
2023.06 - 2024.10
- Worked with front-of-house team to coordinate fast, fresh deliveries in line with professional reputation.
- I continued my personal development as a chef, bettering my knife skills, speed of service
- Acted as head chef when required, maintaining continuity of service and quality.
- Helped in increasing AF hygiene rating from 4 to 5 stars
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Computer Security
Liverpool John Moores University
Liverpool 2020.09 - 2021.06
Skills
- Adaptability in kitchen
- Grilling expertise
- Purchasing and inventory
- Quality control implementation
- Leadership
- Food preparation
- Inventory management
- Regulatory compliance
Timeline
Head chef
Almost Famous
2024.11 - 2025.01
Sous chef
Almost Famous
2023.10 - 2024.11
Jr Sous Chef
Almost Famous
2023.06 - 2024.10
Diploma of Higher Education - Computer Security
Liverpool John Moores University
2020.09 - 2021.06