Enthusiastic Sous Chef eager to develop high-quality menus for new and established restaurants. Reliable, hardworking and driven to give guests top-quality food and experiences. Adept at team collaboration for improved kitchen efficiency.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work history
Sous Chef,Senior Sous Chef
Ballintaggart:Hotel,Catering service, 2 rosette
Aberfeldy, Perth and Kinross
01.2023 - Current
Maintained total control to maximise guest satisfaction and team productivity.
Supported head chef with stock control and rotation, minimising waste with FIFO systems.
Deputised for head chef, successfully managing all aspects of kitchen operations during times of absence.
Plated food according to restaurant artistic guidelines for attractive presentation.
Sous Chef
Fonab Castle 5 s,tar luxury hotel 3 rosette
Pitlochry, Perth and Kinross
01.2022 - 11.2023
Delivered food to highest hygiene, quality and safety standards by strictly following regulations.
Created recipes to maximise profit by delivering on target food costs per dish.
Maintained total control to maximise guest satisfaction and team productivity.
Developed chefs to run stations efficiently during peak service periods.
Senior Sous Chef
The Spanish Butcher: Spanish steakhouse
Glasgow, Glasgow
08.2018 - 12.2021
Utilised excess stock by developing recipe adaptations and special menu items.
Coached 12 staff to deliver top quality food service, consistent with brand guidelines.
Streamlined kitchen operations with effective resourcing to minimise wait times.
Maintained guest safety, ensuring compliance with food handling, sanitation and storage standards to prevent cross-contamination.
Junior Sous Chef
Rossini Restaurant; Italian Fine dining
Glasgow, Glasgow City
07.2018 - 08.2019
Managed purchasing of supplies and ingredients for normal operations and special events.
Helped staff adhere to restaurant quality and service requirements through effective management and motivation.