Quan Mann
Dudley,England
Summary
Experienced kitchen manager with a strong background in kitchen management, staff training, and food safety compliance. Demonstrates expertise in hazard analysis and critical control points (HACCP), creative problem-solving, and adapting to kitchen challenges. Skilled in making food cost calculations, menu costing, and understanding dietary requirements. Committed to maintaining high standards of food safety and time management while striving for continuous improvement in culinary operations. Whilst also being trained as a member of the bar staff and currently undertaking my Personal License Level 2.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Sous Chef
The Summerhouse
Dudley
08.2023 - 11.2025
- Presented high-quality dishes in accordance with seasonal menus, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Managed kitchen operations alongside team to maintain optimal workflow.
- Ensured cleanliness and organisation of kitchen through effective teamwork.
- Conducted training for junior staff on food preparation and safety protocols.
- Assisted in managing inventory levels and restocking supplies efficiently.
- Trained new staff members on bar operations and customer service best practices.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Education
NVQ Level 2 - Professional Cookery
University College Birmingham
Birmingham, England 09.2023 - 06.2024
GCSEs - Functional Skills English Level 2
University College Birmingham
Birmingham, England 09.2023 - 06.2024
Skills
- Kitchen management
- Staff training
- Hazard analysis and critical control points (HACCP)
- Time management
- Creative problem-solving
- Food safety compliance
- Making food cost calculations
- Menu costing
- Adapting to kitchen challenges
- Dietary requirements understanding
Certification
- Health and Hygiene Level 3
- Allergen Awareness Level 2
- HACCP Level 2
Timeline
NVQ Level 2 - Professional Cookery
University College Birmingham
09.2023 - 06.2024
GCSEs - Functional Skills English Level 2
University College Birmingham
09.2023 - 06.2024
Sous Chef
The Summerhouse
08.2023 - 11.2025