Nicholas Henderson
Aylesbury,Buckinghamshire
Summary
I am a motivated and hardworking individual. Driven to work well in highly stressful and fast-paced environments within part of a strong and tightly knit team. Adaptable, Professional and able to handle diverse challenges under pressure.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Head Chef
Moor Park Golf Club
Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire
09.2024 - Current
- Maintained exemplary hygiene standards in the kitchen area.
- Implemented new recipes for enhanced menu diversity.
- Delivered consistently tasty meals by adhering to recipe instructions.
- Monitored inventory levels, ensured timely replenishment of stock.
- Managed all aspects of the kitchen, ensuring smooth operation.
Head Chef
Moor Park Golf Club
Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Trained junior chefs in required culinary techniques, improving overall kitchen productivity and performance.
- Planned popular promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
- Trained and managed kitchen staff, issuing disciplinary action and conducting performance reviews.
Junior Sous Chef/Sous Chef
The Harrow, Langdon Estates
Bishopstone, Buckinghamshire
10.2019 - 07.2022
- Coached several members of staff to deliver top quality food service, consistent with the Head Chefs standards and instruction.
- Acted as head chef when required, maintaining continuity of service.
Junior Sous Chef
Haddenham Garden Centre
Haddenham, Buckinghamshire
07.2019 - 11.2019
- Supervised all kitchen food preparation while operating in demanding, high-volume environment.
- Trained junior kitchen staff in food preparation and hygiene practices.
Junior Sous Chef
The Oxfordshire Golf Hotel and Spa
Thame, Oxfordshire
05.2019 - 07.2019
- Plated completed meals with meticulous attention to presentation and portion control.
- Executed efficient mise en place to facilitate smooth service.
Junior Sous Chef
Restaurant 23, The Pier Restaurant Ltd
Tring, Hertfordshire
04.2017 - 05.2019
- Delivered food to highest hygiene, quality and safety standards by strictly following regulations.
- Assisted cooks to determine freshness and quality of dishes.
Chef De Partie
The Green Dragon
Haddenham, Buckinghamshire
06.2018 - 03.2019
- Aided management to practice food hygiene standards.
- Followed recipe specifications strictly to produce high volume of food orders.
Commis Chef/Chef De Partie/Junior Sous Chef
The Three Crowns
Askett, Buckinghamshire
11.2015 - 06.2018
- Cleaned and organised kitchen workstations to maintain smooth operations and minimise delays.
- Ordered and received deliveries of ingredients, storing appropriately to avoid product spoilage.
- Trained junior kitchen staff in food preparation and hygiene practices.
Apprentice Chef
Hardings Restaurant, Aylesbury College
Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
07.2014 - 07.2016
- Worked in conjunction with my NVQ Level 3 and NVQ Level 2 in Hospitality and Catering in the fully licensed Hardings Restaurant and Hardings Deli at Aylesbury College.
- Also worked FOH making sure that the restaurant was always clean and ready to accept customers and getting equipment ready for the outside functions we catered for.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Hospitality and Catering
Aylesbury College
Aylesbury07.2016
NVQ Level 2 - Hospitality and Catering
Aylesbury College
Aylesbury07.2015
NVQ Level 1 - Hospitality and Catering
Aylesbury College
Aylesbury07.2014
Certification
Food Safety and Hygiene Level 3
Food Safety Allergen Awareness
Timeline
Head Chef
Moor Park Golf Club
09.2024 - Current
Head Chef
Moor Park Golf Club
09.2022 - 05.2023
Junior Sous Chef/Sous Chef
The Harrow, Langdon Estates
10.2019 - 07.2022
Junior Sous Chef
Haddenham Garden Centre
07.2019 - 11.2019
Junior Sous Chef
The Oxfordshire Golf Hotel and Spa
05.2019 - 07.2019
Chef De Partie
The Green Dragon
06.2018 - 03.2019
Junior Sous Chef
Restaurant 23, The Pier Restaurant Ltd
04.2017 - 05.2019
Commis Chef/Chef De Partie/Junior Sous Chef
The Three Crowns
11.2015 - 06.2018
Apprentice Chef
Hardings Restaurant, Aylesbury College
07.2014 - 07.2016
NVQ Level 3 - Hospitality and Catering
Aylesbury College
NVQ Level 2 - Hospitality and Catering
Aylesbury College
NVQ Level 1 - Hospitality and Catering
Aylesbury College
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