MATTHEW WOODHEAD-DAY
WADDINGTON
Summary
Knowledgeable about creating delicious and nutritious breakfast dishes with strong organisational and multitasking skills. Experienced in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and working effectively under pressure. Ready to use and develop culinary techniques, time management, and customer service skills in [Desired Position] role.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Breakfast chef
Whitbread
Newark
2023.06 - Current
- Implemented new cooking techniques for improved food quality.
- Adapted quickly to changing demands and dietary requirements from customers.
- Introduced seasonal ingredients into dishes, providing fresh and unique flavours.
Laboratory technician
Specsavers
Lincoln
2004.04 - 2023.07
- Enhanced accuracy of test results with meticulous record keeping.
- Managed and organised inventory to ensure constant availability of necessary supplies.
- Adhered strictly to quality control standards for reliable test outcomes.
Waiter
Bentley Hotel
Lincoln
2002.10 - 2003.06
- Delivered excellent customer service through friendly and polite interaction.
- Handled payment transactions to guarantee smooth customer checkout process.
- Explained dish components clearly to inform customers' decisions.
Education
GCSEs -
St peter & st pauls Catholic high school
Lincoln07.1997
Skills
- Patience under pressure
- Kitchen safety adherence
- Restaurant pos system usage
- Use of catering software
- Commercial kitchen experience
- Hygiene consciousness
- Preparation of english breakfasts
- Customer Service
- Breakfast catering
- Adherence to recipes
- Health and Safety regulations
- Customer service-oriented
- Hospitality etiquette
- Chef station management
- Strong work ethic
- Food hygiene practices
- Positive attitude
- Exceptional communication
- Resilience under pressure
- Initiative taking
Certification
Expert grill chef
Timeline
Breakfast chef
Whitbread
2023.06 - Current
Laboratory technician
Specsavers
2004.04 - 2023.07
Waiter
Bentley Hotel
2002.10 - 2003.06
GCSEs -
St peter & st pauls Catholic high school