Susan Sly

• Created custom art pieces that fulfilled client specifications.
• Assisted fellow artists in preparing for successful exhibitions.
• Supported commissioned projects to deliver personalised artwork.

• Assisted in upholding hygiene standards in kitchen area.
• Supported compliance with health and safety regulations during kitchen operations.
• Collaborated with front-of-house staff for efficient service delivery.
• Prepared special dishes for events and holidays.

• Facilitated special requests to enhance customer satisfaction.
• Supported large parties to ensure enjoyable dining experiences for all guests.
• Maintained high levels of food hygiene
• Cooking on location and in private homes

• Supported apprentices through effective training in hospitality standards.
• Enhanced understanding of inclusion, mental health, and safeguarding via targeted mentoring efforts.
• Assisted in the creation of robust training materials for chef and front of house apprentices.

Highlights included cheffing alongside James Martin and John Torode

• Mounted artwork to enhance visual appeal.
• Collaborated with clients to develop bespoke design ideas for frames.
• Created aesthetic harmony between artwork and frames with attention to detail.
• Utilised acid-free materials for mounting to preserve art integrity.
• Assisted with special events as archivist, including Neil Young's Bridge School Benefit and oil/water light show projections at Fillmore.

Assisted in performing various administrative and community-focused tasks during evolution from local gallery to non-profit art centre.

Supported gallery management and curation efforts, fostering local artist development in initial community gallery space.

• Helped manage facility expansion and relocation to larger venue, ensuring smooth transition to Michael Nesmith's former sound stage warehouse.
• Facilitated non-profit transition by navigating legal and administrative processes for 501(c)(3) status.
• Contributed to educational programming by developing and offering art classes to local community.
• Assisted in event production and creative direction, transforming gallery into multidisciplinary venue for music and film.
• Supported launch of Three Spirits Circus tour.
• Aided in establishment of Monterey Rock & Art Festival.
• Built strong relationships with clients, enhancing brand loyalty.
• Analysed market trends for strategic planning purposes.
• Increased customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service.
• Coordinated staff schedules for optimal work distribution.

trained by world class restauranter Pierre Bain