Joshua Kingham
Stoke on Trent ,Staffordshire
Summary
Accomplished Head Chef with 5 years of comprehensive experience working in hospitality food service industry. Adept at strictly monitoring kitchen activities and meeting health code standards. Specialising British cuisine. Exceptional organisational, leadership and management skills.
Hard-working Labourer adept in effectively and efficiently managing electrical labouring activities in line with stringent guidelines. Happy to assist with various duties to ensure positive team progress.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work history
Head chef
Butchers Arms Greene king
Stoke Blackpool , Staffordshire
2016.01 - 2024.05
- Incorporated customer feedback in experimentation and creation of new signature dishes.
- Monitored linework processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and availability, minimising kitchen spending.
- Obtained fresh ingredients from local farms, maximising kitchen sustainability.
- Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Arranged regular equipment maintenance and servicing, maintaining functional kitchen machinery.
- Trained and managed kitchen staff, issuing disciplinary action and conducting performance reviews.
- Trained junior chefs in required culinary techniques, improving overall kitchen productivity and performance.
- Prepared selected dishes and ingredients in advance, improving efficiency during peak service hours.
- Maintained well-organised mise en place, ensuring efficient and consistent kitchen workspaces.
- Achieved targets for staff safety, kitchen sanitation and proper food handling and storage.
- Forecasted kitchen supply needs, accurately estimating quantities to reduce wastage.
- Produced high volumes of fresh, quality plates, meeting peak restaurant demand.
- Properly handled and stored raw ingredients, minimising illness and cross-contamination risks.
- Prevented cross-contamination by thoroughly cleaning and sanitising utensils, pans and surfaces.
- Developed and delivered exciting, memorable dishes, increasing repeat business.
- Collaborated with catering teams to create fresh, delicious meals for large events serving up to [Number] guests.
- Planned popular promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
Electrician labourer
Chris smith
Blackpool , Lancashire
2019.01 - 2020.02
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and repair requirements.
- Tested electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using various testing devices.e
- Liaised with clients to determine scope of work and individual project requirements.
- Complied with BS 7671 standards to complete electrical installations.
- Maintained clean, safe working environments, minimising risk to staff and visitors.
- Enthusiastically picked up various labouring and construction tasks across site to aid team success.
- Helped to set forms and wall panels.
- Worked efficiently to help teams complete construction projects ahead of deadlines.
Education
Electrical installation - Electrical installation
Blackpool Clyde college
Lancashire 09/2017 - 07/2019
Diploma of Higher Education - Electrical installation level 3
rebus training
Stoke on Trent 09/2023 -
Skills
- Fine-dining expertise
- Employee training and development
- Signature dish creation
- Communication skills
- Problem-solving
Languages
English
Fluent
Timeline
Electrician labourer
Chris smith
2019.01 - 2020.02
Head chef
Butchers Arms Greene king
2016.01 - 2024.05
Electrical installation - Electrical installation
Blackpool Clyde college
09/2017 - 07/2019
Diploma of Higher Education - Electrical installation level 3
rebus training
09/2023 -