Michael A J Woodrow
Margate,Kent
Summary
Resourceful culinary professional with expertise in hot kitchen cooking, knife skills, and budget management. Certified in food hygiene and first aid, ensuring safety and quality standards. Experienced in data analysis and tropical marine ecology, with solid biological practical skills. Aiming to apply comprehensive skill set to enhance organisational outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of post-secondary education
5
5
years of professional experience
Work history
Chef de partie
The George and Heart
Margate, Kent
2025.01 - Current
- Adapted quickly situations to deliver consistent results.
- Ensured cleanliness in the kitchen to maintain health and safety standards.
- Practiced in traditional cooking methods including baking and grilling.
- Supervised junior staff, ensuring efficient teamwork during service hours.
- Demonstrated versatility by preparing both hot and cold meals as required.
Sous Chef
The Lantern Inn
The St. Martin, Dover, Kent
2024.12 - 2024.12
- Working under George Bellamy-Adams
- Kitchen management and Administration
- Assisted head chef in menu development, resulting in innovative dining experiences.
- Part of a small team with highly specialised skills
Line Cook
Riparo Lounge Cafe & Bar
Westwood Cross, Broadstairs, Kent
2024.09 - 2024.11
- Experience with all sections on a Line
- Working from an extensive menu with both Allergen and Gluten free options
- Assisted in inventory management for efficient replenishment of kitchen supplies.
Hot Kitchen Chef
The Modern Boulangerie
Ramsgate, Kent
2023.04 - 2024.08
- Trained in classical French cooking techniques under George Bellamy-Adams
- Cooking a variety of meals in accordance with our seasonal menu
- Level 2 Food Hygiene and Safety
- Actively fill needed roles in the kitchen
- Shift work and unsocial hours
- Mentoring students
- Communication
Support worker
National Care Group
Broadstairs, Kent
2021.12 - 2023.03
- Providing professional care and support to vulnerable adults with learning difficulties.
- Supporting individuals that present challenging behaviours.
- Maintaining a healthy standard of living for the people we support.
- Problem solving
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
Swansea University
Swansea, Wales 2016.09 - 2019.06
International Baccalaureate Diploma -
Dane Court Grammar School
Broadstairs, Kent 2014.09 - 2016.07
7 GCSEs -
Dane Court Grammar School
Broadstairs, Kent 2014.09 - 2016.07
Skills
- Hot Kitchen Cooking
- Knife skills
- Food Hygiene Certificate
- First Aid certification
- Budget management
- Data analysis
- Biology practical skills
- Tropical marine ecology
- Medical training
Volunteer Experience
Kerry’s Boutique, Volunteer Cameraman, Broadstairs, Kent, England, 2021-06, 2021-11
Affiliations
- TCGs
- Dungeons and Dragons
- Model Building and Painting
References
Job References and Character References on request
Certification
Level 2 Food and Safety
Timeline
Chef de partie
The George and Heart
2025.01 - Current
Sous Chef
The Lantern Inn
2024.12 - 2024.12
Line Cook
Riparo Lounge Cafe & Bar
2024.09 - 2024.11
Hot Kitchen Chef
The Modern Boulangerie
2023.04 - 2024.08
Support worker
National Care Group
2021.12 - 2023.03
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
Swansea University
2016.09 - 2019.06
International Baccalaureate Diploma -
Dane Court Grammar School
2014.09 - 2016.07
7 GCSEs -
Dane Court Grammar School
2014.09 - 2016.07