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Paul Donnellan

GAILLIMH,Galway

Summary

Dynamic Chef with strengths in kitchen management and team development. Drives performance improvement through effective staff training and mentoring. Delivers exceptional culinary experiences by implementing clear standards for cooking and presentation.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Chef

Gemelles restaurant
Galway, Ireland
09.1998 - 09.2025
  • Established clear standards for cooking, garnishing and presenting food.

Education

Degree in culinary arts - Culinary arts

Gmit
Galway
09.2005 - 09.2007

National cert in culinary arts - Culinary arts

Gmit
Galway
09.2001 - 05.2005

Skills

  • Cooking techniques
  • Food safety awareness
  • Kitchen management
  • Menu development
  • Food cost control
  • Staff training
  • Time management
  • Quality control
  • Adaptive problem solving
  • Team collaboration
  • Creative presentation
  • Supply chain management
  • Cooking
  • Food preparation
  • Passion for food presentation
  • Dedication to cleanliness
  • Food storage principles
  • Kitchen equipment operation
  • Grilling and deep frying skills
  • Food plating and presentation
  • Cleaning and sanitizing methods
  • Multitasking efficiency
  • Kitchen equipment and tools
  • Staff supervision
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Leadership proficiency
  • Menu planning competence
  • Time management mastery
  • Grill operation expertise
  • Training and mentoring talent
  • Sauce creation
  • HACCP guidelines familiarity

Timeline

Degree in culinary arts - Culinary arts

Gmit
09.2005 - 09.2007

National cert in culinary arts - Culinary arts

Gmit
09.2001 - 05.2005

Chef

Gemelles restaurant
09.1998 - 09.2025
Paul Donnellan