Martin Horseman
Norton
Summary
Experienced in culinary management with focus on leading high-performing kitchen teams. Consistently deliver quality dining experiences by streamlining operations and implementing innovative menu strategies. Skilled in cost control, staff training, and maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
Overview
7
7
years of post-secondary education
30
30
years of professional experience
Work history
Kitchen manager
Billingham Rugby Club
Billingham, Stockton-on-Tees
2024.07 - Current
- Catering for Large sports groups and business functions on a daily basis.
- Managed supply orders within budget limits and controlled everyday expenses.
- Updated menus seasonally to deliver fresh dining options and better service.
- Cleaned kitchen areas regularly while meeting health and safety requirements.
- Follow food safety standards to reduce risk of foodborne illness.
Kitchen Manager
Lion Sports Bar and Grill
Billingham, Cleveland
2015.06 - 2024.06
- Hired and managed all kitchen staff.
- Resolved customer concerns with food preparation in a timely manner.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Coordinated and organised all restaurant inventory.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and availability, minimising kitchen spending.
- Trained and managed kitchen staff, issuing disciplinary action and conducting performance reviews.
Kitchen Manager
The Kings Arms
Billingham, Cleveland
2003.06 - 2015.06
- Hired, managed and trained kitchen staff, maintaining competent service teams.
- Resolved customer concerns with food preparation in a timely manner.
- Coordinated and organised all restaurant inventory.
- Maximised quality assurance by completing frequent checks of the line.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Arranged regular equipment maintenance and servicing, maintaining functional kitchen machinery.
Business Owner
Springs Health Club Kitchen
Hartlepool, Durham
2001.04 - 2003.06
- Researched and identified potential business opportunities in untapped markets to drive revenue.
- Oversaw budget management to keep to financial targets.
- Attended and hosted networking events, establishing solid relationships with other business professionals.
- Planned expansions to service and product offering based on client feedback.
- Optimised flow and scheduling of daily operations for maximum productivity.
Head Chef
The Travellers Rest
Hartlepool, Durham
1998.08 - 2001.04
- Planned popular promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
- Obtained fresh ingredients from local farms, maximising kitchen sustainability.
- Trained and managed kitchen staff, issuing disciplinary action and conducting performance reviews.
- Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Properly handled and stored raw ingredients, minimising illness and cross-contamination risks.
- Arranged regular equipment maintenance and servicing, maintaining functional kitchen machinery.
Commis Chef
The Mayfair Centre
Hartlepool, Durham
1996.09 - 1998.07
- Complied with food safety regulations.
- Periodically cleaned kitchen stations in line with sanitation regulations.
- Cooked and presented dished in line with standardised recipes.
- Maintained immaculately clean and tidy working areas in line with food hygiene legislation.
- Accurately measured dish ingredients to support precise portioning.
- Controlled and minimised food waste.
Education
NVQ Level 2 - Catering
Hartlepool College of Further Education
Hartlepool 1996.09 - 1998.06
GCSEs - GCSE
Brierton Comprehensive School
Hartlepool 1990.09 - 1995.07
NVQ Level 2 - Personal Track Safety
Stockton Riverside College
Stockton2025-09
NVQ Level 2 - OLEC 1
Stockton Riverside College
Stockton2025-09
NVQ Level 2 - Rail Engineering Underpinning Knowledge
Stockton on Tees
Stockton2025-09
NVQ Level 2 - Rail Engineering Track Maintenance
Stockton Riverside College
Stockton 2024-09
Skills
- Certified in hygiene standards
- Food safety certification
- Familiar with menu development
- Stock control expertise
- Leadership proficiency
- Fire Awareness
- Manual Handling
- Workflow planning
Timeline
Kitchen manager
Billingham Rugby Club
2024.07 - Current
Kitchen Manager
Lion Sports Bar and Grill
2015.06 - 2024.06
Kitchen Manager
The Kings Arms
2003.06 - 2015.06
Business Owner
Springs Health Club Kitchen
2001.04 - 2003.06
Head Chef
The Travellers Rest
1998.08 - 2001.04
Commis Chef
The Mayfair Centre
1996.09 - 1998.07
NVQ Level 2 - Catering
Hartlepool College of Further Education
1996.09 - 1998.06
GCSEs - GCSE
Brierton Comprehensive School
1990.09 - 1995.07
NVQ Level 2 - Personal Track Safety
Stockton Riverside College
NVQ Level 2 - OLEC 1
Stockton Riverside College
NVQ Level 2 - Rail Engineering Underpinning Knowledge
Stockton on Tees
NVQ Level 2 - Rail Engineering Track Maintenance
Stockton Riverside College