Swaylee Marks
Bournemouth,Dorset
Summary
Dedicated culinary professional with expertise in food preparation and cooking, menu development, and portion control. Demonstrates strong knowledge of food hygiene, allergen awareness, and health and safety compliance. Proven ability to excel in high-pressure service environments while maintaining exceptional customer service and cash handling skills. Adept at stock rotation, kitchen organisation, and fostering strong teamwork and communication. Committed to enhancing culinary operations with a focus on quality and efficiency.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work history
Owner / Operator
Wings N Tings Food Truck
2024.01 - 2026.01
- Lead all cooking, menu development and daily kitchen operations.
- Produce high-quality dishes with consistent flavour and presentation.
- Maintain strict hygiene, allergen controls and safety standards.
- Manage stock, suppliers and cost control to maximise profitability.
- Deliver friendly, professional customer service and build repeat trade.
- Operate at markets, events and private bookings with adaptable service setups.
- Handle cash, card payments and financial records.
- Maintain a clean, organised and compliant mobile kitchen environment.
Chef
Novikov Restaurant & Bar, Mayfair, London
London
2023.08 - 2024.12
- Worked within a high-volume, premium kitchen producing high-quality dishes.
- Supported senior chefs across multiple stations during fast-paced service.
- Maintained exceptional food presentation and consistency.
- Followed strict hygiene, allergen and safety procedures.
- Contributed to smooth kitchen operations through strong teamwork.
- Dates available if required
Chef
The Ivy Collection, London
London
2021.03 - 2023.08
- Prepared and cooked dishes to the brand’s high standards.
- Worked across various sections during busy services.
- Maintained excellent food hygiene and allergen awareness.
- Ensured efficient prep, stock rotation and kitchen organisation.
- Delivered consistent performance in a high-pressure environment.
- Dates available if required
Senior sous chef
64th & Social Cocktail Bar
2010.04 - 2011.06
- Led kitchen operations during shifts, ensuring smooth service.
- Prepared and cooked menu items to a consistent professional standard.
- Oversaw food prep, stock rotation and kitchen organisation.
- Maintained excellent hygiene and safety standards.
- Supported front-of-house during busy periods.
- Part-Time
Education
LEVEL 3 FOOD HYGIENE -
NCASS
Skills
- Food preparation and cooking
- Menu development and portion control
- Food hygiene and allergen awareness
- Health and Safety compliance
- Stock rotation and kitchen organisation
- High-pressure service performance
- Customer service and cash handling
- Strong teamwork and communication
References
Available on request.
Timeline
Owner / Operator
Wings N Tings Food Truck
2024.01 - 2026.01
Chef
Novikov Restaurant & Bar, Mayfair, London
2023.08 - 2024.12
Chef
The Ivy Collection, London
2021.03 - 2023.08
Senior sous chef
64th & Social Cocktail Bar
2010.04 - 2011.06
LEVEL 3 FOOD HYGIENE -
NCASS