MARIIA DAVYDOVA
London
Summary
Highly organized and dedicated professional with a strong
background in Organization and Administration Management, and extensive experience in team leadership. Currently excelling as a Chef within the company, I am seeking to transition into the Hotel Kitchen Manager role. I combine a deep understanding of our kitchen operations with 12 years of experience in managing people, meeting
stringent targets, and maintaining high standards of reporting and documentation. Proven track record of improving performance through structured planning and clear communication.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Chef / Kitchen Team Member
Premier Inn Sidcup
London
2025.12 - Current
● Operational Excellence: Consistently deliver high-quality dishes in
a fast-paced, high-volume hotel kitchen environment, ensuring strict adherence to brand standards and recipes.
● Health & Safety Compliance: Maintain 100% compliance with Food Safety (HACCP) and Health & Safety regulations, conducting daily station checks and maintaining impeccable hygiene standards.
● Inventory & Waste Management: Actively participate in stock counts and inventory rotation (FIFO) to minimize waste and optimize kitchen food costs.
● Problem Solving: Proactively identify and resolve operational bottlenecks to maintain a smooth transition between prep and service.
History teacher
Kharkiv Lyceum No. 17
Kharkiv, Ukraine
2016.08 - 2026.01
- Collaborated with colleagues for holistic development of curriculum.
- Offered extra help during office hours, ensuring individual attention for all students.
- Helped struggling students by providing one-on-one instruction,.
- Introduced new learning materials, enhancing students' engagement.
History teacher
Municipal institution "Lypetsky lyceum of Lypetsky
village Liptsy, Ukraine
2013.01 - 2015.08
- Participated in school events, fostering community spirit among pupils and staff members alike.
- Constructed comprehensive lesson plans that met syllabus objectives effectively and efficiently.
- Fostered a love for history by creating engaging lesson plans.
Education
culinary
Ukrainian Culinary Academy
Kiev/Ukraine 2025.10 - 2026.03
Diploma of Higher Education - Organization and administration management
Kharkiv national pedagogical university
Kharkiv/Ukraine 2013.09 - 2015.06
Diploma of Higher Education - History
Kharkiv national pedagogical university
Kharkiv/Ukraine 2008.09 - 2013.06
Skills
● Leadership & Team Management: Proven ability to manage groups and maintain discipline, transitioned from educational leadership to kitchen operations
● Operational Administration: Skilled in schedule maintenance, reporting, and documentation
● Compliance & Standards: Deep understanding of food safety protocols and quality control
● Performance Tracking: Experienced in evaluating progress, identifying barriers to efficiency, and setting clear targets
● Documentation
● Tutoring experience
● Quality education
● Handling kitchen stress
● Schedule creation and maintenance
Timeline
Chef / Kitchen Team Member
Premier Inn Sidcup
2025.12 - Current
culinary
Ukrainian Culinary Academy
2025.10 - 2026.03
History teacher
Kharkiv Lyceum No. 17
2016.08 - 2026.01
Diploma of Higher Education - Organization and administration management
Kharkiv national pedagogical university
2013.09 - 2015.06
History teacher
Municipal institution "Lypetsky lyceum of Lypetsky
2013.01 - 2015.08
Diploma of Higher Education - History
Kharkiv national pedagogical university
2008.09 - 2013.06