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TJAY BICKERSTAFFE

Armthorpe, Doncaster,South Yorkshire

Summary

Dedicated and dynamic culinary professional with expertise in sous-chef assistance, sauces preparation, and advanced culinary techniques. Demonstrates exceptional composure during rush hours, leadership potential, and proficiency in portion control within high-volume restaurant settings. Skilled in plating presentation, innovative menu planning, station setup and management, as well as food stock control and ordering. Passionate about cuisine and committed to health and safety standards while delivering excellence for special events and large scale functions. Aspires to contribute to dynamic kitchen environments by leveraging creativity and precision to elevate dining experiences.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
2020
2020
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chef de partie

Mount Pleasant Hotel
Doncaster, South Yorkshire
04.2022 - Current
  • Commis Chef promoted to a Chef de partie.
  • Assisting Head Chef/Sous Chef in delivering quality dishes within tight deadlines and taking charge in their absence.
  • Adapting quickly under high-pressure situations to deliver consistent results in a very busy restaurant environment.
  • Adhering strictly to food hygiene regulations, ensuring safe preparation at all times.
  • Prepared sauces, stocks and soups whilst following traditional recipes. With experience on the pastry section and larder section for approximately 18 months and then progressed onto the sauce section.
  • To practice Mise en place - exhibiting great discipline and organisation in the kitchen.
  • Maintaining inventory control without compromising on food quality or taste/ensuring stock is ordered/monitored correctly.
  • Gained expertise in a variety of cuisines from around the world.
  • Developing new dessert recipes resulting in positive customer feedback.
  • Collaborating with other chefs for special events and banquets for upwards of 150 guests.
  • Improved presentation of dishes by incorporating innovative plating techniques.
  • Managing portion control effectively, reducing waste significantly.
  • Handled special customer requests to meet dietary needs and mitigate allergen risks.
  • Planning menus every 3 months with diverse and seasonal dishes using sustainable, locally sourced produce.

Taco Bell

Taco Bell
Doncaster, South Yorkshire
07.2020 - 02.2021
  • Delivered food to highest hygiene, quality and safety standards by strictly following regulations and checking food for flavour and appearance prior to serving.
  • Cleaned/organised kitchen workstations to maintain smooth operations and minimise delays. Completing cleaning close down duties at end of day.
  • Operated cash point as required, handling/recording payments.
  • Took orders/portioned food for restaurant or drive-through. Upselling products to increase sales.
  • Received/unpacked incoming deliveries, rotated existing stock and put away new items.

Labourer

Kev's Carpets
Doncaster, South Yorkshire
10.2019 - 05.2020
  • Consulted with clients to evaluate carpeting needs, measuring room sizes/calculating stock prices to provide clients with quotation.
  • Safeguarded client's property during installation process, demonstrating respect and professionalism.
  • Assisted in moving furniture safely and with care prior to carpet installation, contributing to overall customer service excellence.
  • Followed all safety procedures for accident-free working conditions.
  • Delivered high-quality workmanship with attention to detail in every project.



Education

GCSEs - GCSE in Hospitality and Catering, GCSE in Engineering, Maths:5 English:4 English literature:

Outwood Academy Danum
Doncaster

Diploma of Higher Education - Level 2 - Professional Cookery in Hospitality and Catering

Doncaster College
Doncaster

Diploma of Higher Education - Level 3 - Advanced Professional Cookery (kitchen and larder) in hospitality and catering

Doncaster College
Doncaster

Skills

  • Sous-Chef & Head Chef assistance
  • Sauce, pastry & larder preparation
  • Advanced culinary techniques
  • Great knife skills allowing efficient food preparation
  • Health and safety consciousness
  • Portion control proficiency
  • Composure during rush hours
  • Plating presentation
  • Passionate about cuisine and very creative
  • Special Events & Large Functions
  • Innovative menu planning
  • Station setup and management
  • Food stock control and ordering
  • Leadership potential

Certification

Allergen awareness valid from January 2023 – January 2026


A high quality, interactive training course dedicated to help food handlers recognise how to label allergens correctly and provide customers with accurate allergen information.

Affiliations

  • Walking. Socialising with friends. Football. Enjoy all aspects of cooking with passion.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Chef de partie

Mount Pleasant Hotel
04.2022 - Current

Taco Bell

Taco Bell
07.2020 - 02.2021

Labourer

Kev's Carpets
10.2019 - 05.2020

GCSEs - GCSE in Hospitality and Catering, GCSE in Engineering, Maths:5 English:4 English literature:

Outwood Academy Danum

Diploma of Higher Education - Level 2 - Professional Cookery in Hospitality and Catering

Doncaster College

Diploma of Higher Education - Level 3 - Advanced Professional Cookery (kitchen and larder) in hospitality and catering

Doncaster College

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