Juan De Blas
Perth,Perth
Summary
Accomplished culinary professional with a strong foundation in food safety and kitchen management. Demonstrates expertise in grill mastery, adaptable cooking, and dish development, ensuring high standards of hygiene and health compliance. Skilled in food preparation and presentation, with a proven ability to manage shifts effectively. Committed to maintaining kitchen safety protocols while aspiring to innovate within the culinary industry.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Kitchen supervisor
Gordon Ramsey Street Burger
London, London
2023.02 - 2025.11
- Achieved high customer satisfaction through quality meal preparation.
- Negotiated supplier contracts for optimal prices on premium ingredients.
- Oversaw portion control measures, significantly reducing food waste.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, enhancing overall dining experience.
- Organised staff rota to guarantee adequate coverage during peak periods.
- Implemented stringent hygiene practices, elevating food safety standards.
- Maintained stock levels to prevent service disruptions.
- Trained new staff members, boosting team efficiency.
Commis chef
Bentley’s Oyster Bar & Grill
London, City of London
2022.03 - 2023.01
- Followed recipes meticulously, ensuring consistent dish quality.
- Assisted in large-scale catering events, ensuring successful execution.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely meal preparation.
- Provided support to senior chefs, improving speed of service delivery.
- Prepared ingredients for head chef to ensure efficient service.
- Participated in daily inventory checks to avoid ingredient shortages.
Kitchen trainee
Harrys Restaurant
London, City of London
2020.04 - 2022.01
- Ensured hygiene standards with regular cleaning of kitchen equipment.
- Learnt new culinary techniques for improving dish presentation.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining a clean and organised kitchen.
- Accommodated dietary requirements, resulted in increased customer satisfaction.
- Facilitated smoother operations by assisting in inventory management.
- Demonstrated flexibility, covered various roles during peak times.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Hospitality
Westminster Kingsway College – London, UK
London 2021.09 - 2023.10
Level 3 Certificate in Hospitality Supervision and - Hospitality
City & Guilds – London, UK
London 2022.02 - 2023.03
Skills
- Certified in food safety
- Grill mastery
- Adaptable cooking
- Hygiene standards adherence
- Kitchen safety protocols
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Food preparation
- Shift management
- Food presentation
- Dish development
Certification
Food Handler Certificate WA
Provide responsible service of alcohol (RSA)
Prepare to work safely in the construction industry (White Card - WA)
Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene for Catering
Languages
Spanish
Native
English
Proficient (C2)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Kitchen supervisor
Gordon Ramsey Street Burger
2023.02 - 2025.11
Commis chef
Bentley’s Oyster Bar & Grill
2022.03 - 2023.01
Level 3 Certificate in Hospitality Supervision and - Hospitality
City & Guilds – London, UK
2022.02 - 2023.03
Diploma of Higher Education - Hospitality
Westminster Kingsway College – London, UK
2021.09 - 2023.10
Kitchen trainee
Harrys Restaurant
2020.04 - 2022.01