KEVIN MCDONALD
Liverpool,Merseyside
Summary
Dedicated Baker with 15 years of experience. Demonstrated history of meeting company goals and promoting best practices. Thrives under pressure and adapts to challenges with ingenuity and resilience.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work history
Offshore Chef / Night Cook Baker
SODEXO Remote Sites
Aberdeen
2003.01 - 2026.02
- Provide high-quality day-chef and night baker services internationally. Ensure strict compliance with COSHH, COSWP, HACCP and offshore safety standards. Adapt quickly to different rigs and consistently receive excellent feedback. Shadowing Catering Manager to build leadership capability.
- Optimised workflow processes reduced time spent on administrative tasks.
- Reduced food waste to improve profitability.
- Adhered to strict hygiene standards, ensured a clean working environment.
- Maintained high safety standards during food preparation and serving procedures.
Offshore Day Chef
Atlantic Resources
Aberdeen
2002.07 - 2003.01
- Operated across multiple North Sea rigs, building a reputation for reliability and professionalism among crew and management.
- Maintained strict hygiene standards, contributing to a consistently clean and safe working environment.
Co-Head Chef
Waterside Seafood Restaurant
Liverpool
2001.07 - 2002.07
- Assisted in coordinating staff training sessions and managing stock levels.
- Supported budgeting activities and roster planning tasks.
- Contributed to menu preparation in a fast-paced environment.
- Helped maintain hygiene standards in kitchen areas.
- Promoted a positive atmosphere to enhance team morale.
Chef
Blue Arrow Agency
Liverpool
1999.12 - 2001.07
- Gained comprehensive experience in dynamic environments, managing tasks in hospitals, prisons, sporting events, pubs, and restaurants, demonstrating strong versatility and adaptability.
Head Chef
Philharmonic Public House
Liverpool
1998.11 - 1999.12
- Managed food quality, menus, stock, staff training, and weekly budgeting.
2nd Chef
Charlie Parkers
Liverpool
1993.11 - 1998.11
- Promoted from dishwasher to 2nd Chef. Covered Head Chef regularly and produced fresh international dishes and desserts.
Skills
- Kitchen team leadership
- Leadership proficiency
- Passion for food presentation
- Time-Efficient cooking
Additional information
- Clean UK & Thailand licences; strong team skills; adaptable; international experience; family in Thailand.
- References available on request.
Timeline
Offshore Chef / Night Cook Baker
SODEXO Remote Sites
2003.01 - 2026.02
Offshore Day Chef
Atlantic Resources
2002.07 - 2003.01
Co-Head Chef
Waterside Seafood Restaurant
2001.07 - 2002.07
Chef
Blue Arrow Agency
1999.12 - 2001.07
Head Chef
Philharmonic Public House
1998.11 - 1999.12
2nd Chef
Charlie Parkers
1993.11 - 1998.11