Jordan Corkery

Involved in all aspects of the kitchen from cooking, ordering, plating and maintaining cleanliness.

Oversaw kitchen porters ensuring work was done to the standard needed and drafting up weekly/monthly cleaning schedules

While working for Sodexo I was trusted to run my own kitchen I looked after all the ordering and administrative work for my unit. I played a key role in the training of new staff which I thoroughly enjoyed and got great pleasure in watching staff grow and improve under my guidance. I gained valuable experience in cooking for numbers that could be up to 500 people daily

I led the preparation and presentation of all starters and desserts. I also assisted in the preparation and presentation of the mains section while also coming up with specials for the weekend menu.I was delegated to oversee food deliveries and to ensure they were handled and stored in line with food safety regulations.

I was a part of a small kitchen team along with one other chef which allowed me to be heavily bring my level of cooking up to the Chefs incredibly high standard which I achieved and helped to ensure we retained our Michelin recommended status with the business also winning numerous awards throughout my tenure here

Although being interested in cooking from a young age here was when I decided that I would like a future in the industry. I began as a kitchen porter which gave me an invaluable insight into the operation of a kitchen from the ground up. After a conversation with the Head Chef, I was offered the opportunity of being trained as a chef which I jumped at and have always been grateful for. As a chef I oversaw the dessert section. Additionally, I would do barbecues for guests while also helping out with functions