Joseph Parker
Portsmouth ,Hampshire
Summary
Skilled and reliable mechanic with hands-on experience in vehicle maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Strong background in troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, performing preventative maintenance, and ensuring safety and efficiency in all work. Known for precision, problem-solving, and dedication to high-quality service. Additional experience as a chef demonstrates adaptability, time management, and the ability to perform under pressure. Committed to delivering dependable results and contributing to a professional, team-oriented environment.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work history
Car mechanic
Self employed
Portsmouth, Hampshire
2012.02 - Current
- Delivered high-quality craftsmanship which led to increased client retention rate.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues quickly, reducing downtime for clients.
- Assisted customers in understanding their vehicle's needs resulting in improved client relations.
- Collaborated with team members to complete major repairs swiftly.
- Replaced worn-out parts to prolong vehicle life span.
- Maintained clean work area, promoting efficiency and safety.
- Installed new vehicle features following manufacturer guidelines precisely.
- Purchased new parts and monitored inventory.
Chef Assistant
The gaiety
Portsmouth
2022.03 - 2025.02
- Kept kitchen equipment and knives in good working order through regular maintenance.
- Washed, peeled, chopped, cut and cooked food within tight deadlines and without supervision.
- Maintained kitchen stations in line with health and safety standards.
- Prepared ingredients for cooking, completing tasks such as chopping vegetables, butchering meat or cleaning seafood.
Chef De Partie
Bonitas
Portsmouth
2021.04 - 2022.02
- Upheld standards by assessing ingredient quality and final products.
- Designed new ways to present and enhance dishes.
- Sliced fruit and vegetables for various menu items and stored for later use at proper temperatures.
- Developed menus and created new dishes based on trends and seasons.
Head Chef
Number 73 bar and kitchen
Waterlooville , Hampshire
2019.12 - 2021.04
- Developed recipes and menus to meet consumer demand and align with culinary trends.
- Assisted restaurant ownership with pricing by providing information about ingredient costs and correct portioning.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and proper food handling techniques.
- Approved and polished dishes before delivery to customers to maintain signature reputation.
- Directed quality, presentation and proper quantities of plated food from line activities.
- Supervised preparation of specialty items and customer requests to verify accuracy in production.
- Oversaw hiring, training and development of kitchen employees.
- Experimented new dish creations by incorporating customer recommendations and feedback.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to ensure overall safety and proper food handling techniques.
Line Chef
Four London road
Horndean, Hampshire
2017.12 - 2019.12
- Grilled various cuts of meat and seafood items to meet customer specifications and food handling standards.
- Supported other kitchen team members when needed.
- Monitored kitchen productivity and assessed overall efficiency.
- Cleaned grills and other kitchen tools and areas.
- Reviewed quality standards and ensured continuous application throughout the kitchen environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organisation of all line workstations.
- Restocked inventory and ingredients to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
Bartender
Royal maritime club
Portsmouth, Hampshire
2012.05 - 2015.03
- Made product recommendations to customers based on preference, food pairings and special promotions.
- Conducted ID checks on those looking under the age of 25, following challenge 25 rules and regulations.
- Kept close track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area seamlessly, providing pleasant dining experience to customers and smoothing process for wait staff.
- Received beverage orders from wait staff and delivered beverages to guests.
- Processed cash, credit card and voucher payments.
- Oversaw bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders.
- Maintained full knowledge of all menu items, contents and preparation methods.
- Broke down bar after events and returned leftover spirits, glassware and banquet trolleys.
- Maintained neat personal appearance.
Mechanic
North harbour garage limited
Portsmouth, Hampshire
2005.03 - 2012.03
- Repaired punctured tyres to restore mobility swiftly.
- Provided top-notch customer service through clear communication about vehicle problems and solutions.
- Delivered reliable results in challenging situations with problem-solving skills.
- Performed diagnostic tests for identifying mechanical issues promptly.
- Installed new car parts for extended vehicle longevity.
- Enhanced vehicle functionality by performing comprehensive engine repairs.
- Ensured smooth operation of vehicles by regularly maintaining and overhauling transmissions.
- Upheld excellent workshop safety standards by adhering to all company policies and procedures.
- Diagnosed malfunctions, resolved underlying problems quickly and efficiently.
- Serviced air conditioning systems for enhanced cabin comfort during summer months.
- Improved customer satisfaction with efficient and thorough servicing tasks.
- Achieved safety assurance by conducting meticulous brake system checks.
- Replaced faulty spark plugs to boost engine efficiency.
- Checked fluid levels, prevented potential overheating or failure occurrences avoided expertly.
- Adjusted headlights, facilitated safer night-time driving conditions created successfully.
- Completed oil changes for improved engine health and performance.
- Repaired brakes and changed fluids to deliver safe vehicles.
- Inspected exhaust systems, ensured lower emission levels achieved effectively.
- Addressed engine, transmission and fuel system issues and diagnosed faults to inform repair plans.
- Assembled mechanical components following specifications.
- Handled heavy equipment and tools, from multi-purpose jacks to mobile column lifts.
- Completed service orders and invoices to support proper documentation.
- Used automated testing methods to carefully diagnose vehicle faults.
- Worked with customers to assess vehicle issues and document vehicle symptoms.
- Communicated repair needs and issues to customers, explaining complex concepts to help with decision-making.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Drove vehicles to determine problems and test repairs.
Education
BTEC - Music
South downs college
Waterlooville, HampshireHigher National Diploma - Music
South downs college
Waterlooville, HampshireGCSEs - Various
Crookorn community school
Waterlooville, HampshireSkills
I have a good eye for detail and pride myself on presentation, I have a good work ethic, am clean, tidy and good at working to deadlines Punctual, and a good team worker, outgoing and enjoy meeting new people
Timeline
Chef Assistant
The gaiety
2022.03 - 2025.02
Chef De Partie
Bonitas
2021.04 - 2022.02
Head Chef
Number 73 bar and kitchen
2019.12 - 2021.04
Line Chef
Four London road
2017.12 - 2019.12
Bartender
Royal maritime club
2012.05 - 2015.03
Car mechanic
Self employed
2012.02 - Current
Mechanic
North harbour garage limited
2005.03 - 2012.03
BTEC - Music
South downs college
Higher National Diploma - Music
South downs college
GCSEs - Various
Crookorn community school