Linda Smyth
London,City of London
Summary
Organised and dependable chef with 20 years of experience. Successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude.
I am seeking a part time role either a couple of days a week or 3-4 hours a day.
I am open to any new challenges and would be happy to be able to try my hand at a new line of work.
I am a peoples person so even if working in a supermarket I would give 100% to ensuring great customer service.
I am a teamplayer, very hard working and always looking for a new challenge
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Health and Safety Co-ordinator
Oceania Healthcare
Tauranga, New Zealand
2014.06 - 2022.08
- Conducted site inspections to determine hazard-free environment.
- Responded to enquiries and concerns of employees by providing safety instructions.
- Prepared reports outlining achievement of Health, Safety and Environmental KPIs.
- Documented incidents to verify causes of worker compensation claims.
- Oversaw emergency procedures for staff organisation, fire drills and alarm response.
- Oversaw training program for all staff
Chef
Oceania Healthcare
Tauranga, New Zealand
2013.12 - 2022.08
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current food trends to assist with planning innovative menus to drive business.
- Prepared all baking requirements daily for 150 people
- Cleaned and organised kitchen workstations to maintain smooth operations and minimise delays.
- Liaised with wait staff to ensure service of dishes within 5-minutes of plating, optimising customer satisfaction.
- Minimised kitchen waste through effective recycling, composting and disposal systems.
- Collaborated effectively with kitchen and waiting staff to facilitate smooth, efficient service outcomes.
- Monitored kitchen staff and environments to ensure appropriate safety procedures were implemented.
- Maintained strict food health, hygiene and safety standards for ongoing kitchen compliance.
- Prevented allergen cross-contamination through meticulous food preparation, cooking and plating.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator temperatures regularly, maintaining produce quality and safety.
- Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
Cafe owner
self employed
Katikati, New Zealand
2002.02 - 2012.07
- Oversaw business budget planning, accounting functions, purchasing and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
- Baked from scratch daily all cabinet food, including hot lunches prepared daily.
- A la carte dining daily
- Function orders as required
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Business studies major accounting
2009.02 - 2013.05
level 1,2,3 - Health and Safety
/1991 - /1993
Skills
- Safety, Health and Environment training
- Experienced in kitchen procedures
- Experienced in preparing and cooking for 150 people
- Experienced in successfully running my own business
- Hard working
- Dedicated team player
- Over 10 years experience in age care cooking
Languages
English
Native
Timeline
Health and Safety Co-ordinator - Oceania Healthcare
2014.06 - 2022.08
Chef - Oceania Healthcare
2013.12 - 2022.08
Massey University - Diploma of Higher Education, Business studies major accounting
2009.02 - 2013.05
Cafe owner - self employed
2002.02 - 2012.07
Impac NZ - level 1,2,3, Health and Safety
/1991 - /1993