Paul Sargeant
Shoreham, Sevenoaks,Kent
Summary
Dedicated culinary professional with expertise in cold food preparation and efficient cleaning procedures. Demonstrates strong skills in hygiene consciousness, vegetable prepping, and health and safety compliance. Proficient in kitchen equipment operation, food storage techniques, and food safety and rotation. Committed to maintaining high standards of meal preparation and food preparation while ensuring adherence to health regulations. Aspires to further enhance culinary skills and contribute to a dynamic kitchen environment.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Gardener
Self employed
Sevenoaks, Kent
07.2016 - Current
- Performed regular lawn mowing to maintain a neat appearance.
- Enhanced property appeal by maintaining and nurturing plant life.
- Created compost heaps from garden waste, improving soil fertility over time.
- Removed weeds regularly, promoting healthier growth for desired plants.
- Planted seasonal flowers for a vibrant garden aesthetic.
- Maintained clean paths and patios for an organised outdoor space.
- Cultivated vegetables and herbs, encouraging sustainable living habits amongst clients.
- Organised work schedule effectively-all tasks completed in timely manner.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and bushes.
- Completed planning, digging and weeding of flower beds and borders.
- Mowed, trimmed and fertilised green spaces.
- Improved herbaceous borders through weeding, seasonal pruning and cutting back.
Grill chef
Hotel diner
Sevenoaks, Kent
10.2014 - 07.2016
- Prepared and grilled a variety of meats and vegetables to high culinary standards.
- Ensured compliance with food safety regulations and maintained a clean workstation.
- Operated grills and other kitchen equipment efficiently to meet service demands.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate meal timings and optimise service delivery.
- Prepared marinades to enhance flavour profiles of dishes.
- Worked under pressure during busy periods whilst maintaining a high standard of food preparation.
- Kept grill equipment clean, ensuring maximum efficiency and longevity of tools.
- Prepared grilled foods according to customers' specific requests, ensuring their satisfaction.
- Assisted in kitchen cleanup for an efficient work environment.
- Labeled and stored food items to promote orderliness.
- Sanitised and organised all line stations to support cleanliness and hygiene standards.
- Adhered to health and safety requirements for cleaning surfaces, cooking items and equipment.
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure adherence to food safety and hygiene standards.
Gardener
Fonthill enterprises
Sevenoaks, Kent
04.2006 - 07.2014
- Cultivated diverse plant species through careful selection and strategic placement.
- Implemented sustainable gardening techniques to promote ecological balance in landscape design.
- Managed seasonal planting schedules to ensure optimal growth and flowering periods.
- Maintained tools and equipment to uphold safety standards and operational efficiency.
- Removed weeds regularly, promoting healthier growth for desired plants.
- Took care of gardening equipment, prolonging its lifespan.
- Maintained client gardens whilst they were away on holiday-peace of mind ensured upon their return.
- Performed regular lawn mowing to maintain a neat appearance.
- Pruned overgrown shrubs, enhancing the garden's overall look.
- Performed routine grass cutting and general maintenance of green spaces and communal areas.
- Used wide range of hand tools, horticultural machinery and powered hand tools.
- Cleared weeds, leaves and snow, applying salt to hard surfaces when necessary.
- Improved herbaceous borders through weeding, seasonal pruning and cutting back.
- Operated tractors and horticultural machinery to safely transport goods and equipment.
Chef
Sevenoaks school
Sevenoaks, Kent
07.2002 - 12.2004
- Assisted in preparation of a wide range of dishes to ensure high-quality standards were consistently met.
- Ensured adherence to health and safety regulations, implementing best practices to maintain cleanliness and hygiene in kitchen.
- Assisted in planning and executing large-scale catering events, coordinating with other departments to deliver exceptional service.
- Monitored cooking processes and adjusted techniques to optimise flavour and presentation of each dish.
- Maintained high safety standards during food preparation and serving procedures.
- Adhered to strict hygiene standards, ensured a clean working environment.
- Followed health and safety guidelines to keep food storage safe, prevent spoilage and minimise cross-contamination risks.
- Cleaned and serviced kitchen appliances, maintaining good working order of grills, stoves and ovens.
- Handled and stored food with proper methods to eliminate illness risks and prevent cross-contamination.
- Oversaw chefs, cooks and kitchen support staff to run smooth operation.
Education
NVQ Level 2 - Chef catering
West kent college
Tonbridge, Kent 09.2002 - 06.2003
NVQ Level 1 and 2 - Painting and Decorating
West kent college
Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent 09.1992 - 05.1994
5 GCSEs -
Wildernesse school for boys
Sevenoaks, Kent 09.1987 - 03.1992
Skills
- Hygiene consciousness
- Cold food preparation
- Basic knife techniques
- Efficient cleaning procedures
- Vegetable prepping
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Meal preparation
- Food storage techniques
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Food safety and rotation
- Food preparation
Certification
NVQ Level 2
Timeline
Gardener
Self employed
07.2016 - Current
Grill chef
Hotel diner
10.2014 - 07.2016
Gardener
Fonthill enterprises
04.2006 - 07.2014
NVQ Level 2 - Chef catering
West kent college
09.2002 - 06.2003
Chef
Sevenoaks school
07.2002 - 12.2004
NVQ Level 1 and 2 - Painting and Decorating
West kent college
09.1992 - 05.1994
5 GCSEs -
Wildernesse school for boys
09.1987 - 03.1992