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Work history
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Certification
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Joseph Kearns

Barnsley,Sheffield

Summary

Accomplished culinary professional with a history of success in prestigious, high-traffic kitchens. Specializes in gastronomy, sautéing, and grilling, emphasizing waste reduction and allergen awareness. Proficient in knife techniques and recipe execution, eager to support innovative culinary initiatives.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Commis chef

Hotel Du Vin
York, North Yorkshire
05.2025 - 07.2025
  • Optimised kitchen operations through collaboration with team members.
  • Accelerated service delivery by supporting senior chefs in food preparation.
  • Facilitated execution of large-scale catering events for over 200 guests.
  • Ensured consistent dish quality by meticulously following recipes.
  • Streamlined kitchen efficiency through effective organisation and cleanliness.
  • Enhanced culinary skills through training under seasoned chefs.

Assistant Manager

Shambles Kitchen
York, North Yorkshire
05.2024 - 06.2025
  • Managed daily operations, ensuring smooth shop floor functionality.
  • Implemented promotional strategies to boost footfall during holiday seasons.
  • Maintained health and safety compliance, safeguarding a secure work environment.
  • Delegated tasks efficiently, enhancing overall productivity.
  • Oversaw stock control to prevent overstocking and shortages.

Chef

Greene King
York, North Yorkshire
04.2023 - 05.2024
  • Coordinated prep work, streamlined the cooking process.
  • Reduced food waste to improve profitability.
  • Adhered to strict hygiene standards, ensured a clean working environment.
  • Optimised workflow processes reduced time spent on administrative tasks.

Education

A-Levels - Physics, Engineering, Mathematics and Music Production

UTC Sheffield City Centre
Sheffield
09.2018 - 07.2022

Skills

  • Gastronomy understanding
  • Sauteing and grilling
  • Excelling under pressure
  • Outstanding culinary skills
  • Waste minimisation
  • Knife handling
  • Recipe interpretation
  • Allergen awareness
  • Strong work ethic

Affiliations

  • Hiking
  • Climbing
  • Mountaneering

Certification

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Commis chef

Hotel Du Vin
05.2025 - 07.2025

Assistant Manager

Shambles Kitchen
05.2024 - 06.2025

Chef

Greene King
04.2023 - 05.2024

A-Levels - Physics, Engineering, Mathematics and Music Production

UTC Sheffield City Centre
09.2018 - 07.2022
Joseph Kearns