Hi, I’m
lucas teixeira
LONDON,England
Summary
Enthusiastic individual seeks opportunity in fast-paced kitchen to develop chef skills. Creative and skilled in food preparation and presentation for quality results. Organised with excellent timekeeping skills to meet demands of busy service environments. Aspiring Chef with passion, knowledge and ambitions in high-end food preparation and service. Confident team player with excellent communication skills, aiding team morale and motivation.
Overview
2
years of professional experience
Work history
the blues kitchen LONDON, England
Junior Sous Chef
02.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Supervised all kitchen food preparation while operating in demanding, high-volume environment.
- Developed chefs to run stations efficiently during peak service periods.
- Devised special menus and food services for events at restaurant and customer locations.
- Performed at peak levels at all times to give team members goal to achieve.
- Checked food portioning for optimal presentation and cost control.
- Supported head chef with stock control and rotation, minimising waste with FIFO systems.
- Utilised excess stock by developing recipe adaptations and special menu items.
- Trained junior kitchen staff in food preparation and hygiene practices.
stk londonLONDON, England
Senior Chef De Partie
08.2022 - 02.2023
Job overview
- Designed and documented [Number] high quality [Type] recipes.
- Demonstrated proficiency in [Skill] and [Skill] to perform [Task].
- Cultivated [Type] menu in line with company style to produce [Result].
- Worked confidently in [Number] sections including [Type], [Type] and [type].
- Followed recipe specifications strictly to produce high volume of food orders.
- Collaborated with head chef to create innovative, seasonal menus for special events.
gordon ramsay restaurats LONDON, England
Chef De Partie
12.2021 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Plated completed meals with meticulous attention to presentation and portion control.
- Monitored line production to achieve consistent quality.
- Prepared, produced and packed food in tight timescales.
- Managed food usage by First-In, First-Out (FIFO) rules, avoiding unnecessary waste.
- Monitored kitchen equipment to gauge functionality.
Big EasyLONDON, England
Chef De Partie
02.2021 - 12.2021
Job overview
- Removed expired food from kitchen areas, composting waste and recycling packaging.
- Plated completed meals with meticulous attention to presentation and portion control.
- Monitored line production to achieve consistent quality.
- Prepared, produced and packed food in tight timescales.
Skills
- Food allergy understanding
- Recruiting and training
- Hospitality
- Food preparation techniques
- Fine-dining expertise
- Food inventories
- Food plating and presentation
Languages
English
Advanced
Portuguese
Native
Spanish
Native
Italian
Intermediate
French
Intermediate
Timeline
Junior Sous Chef
the blues kitchen
02.2023 - Current
Senior Chef De Partie
stk london
08.2022 - 02.2023
Chef De Partie
gordon ramsay restaurats
12.2021 - 08.2022
Chef De Partie
Big Easy
02.2021 - 12.2021
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