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Tom Wright

Tom Wright

Bridport,Dorset

Summary

A highly skilled culinary professional with knowledge of modern British and European cuisine. Skilled in crafting seasonal, high-quality dishes that highlight fresh, local ingredients. Adept at managing kitchen operations, maintaining high culinary standards, and creating memorable dining experiences. Thrives in fast-paced environments and is committed to innovation, teamwork, and delivering excellence in every plate.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work history

Sous chef

Illchester Arms
Symondsbury, Dorset
02.2025 - 09.2025
  • Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service and communication.
  • Assisted thehead chef in menu development, resulting in innovative dining experiences.
  • Managed inventory efficiently, minimising waste and optimising resource use.
  • Fostered a positive working environment through clear communication and team motivation.
  • Achieved top four in pub of the year, Food Lifestyle Awards 2025.

Chef de partie

The Anchor Inn
Seatown, Dorset
04.2024 - 12.2024
  • Supervised and trained junior chefs to cook assigned dishes.
  • Worked efficiently plating and cooking, serving over 300 orders in both lunch and dinner service.
  • Cleaned and serviced kitchen appliances, maintaining good working order of grills, stoves and ovens.
  • Enhanced customer experience by enforcing strict quality control procedures.
  • Oversaw storage and preparation of food items to correct recipe and portioning standards.
  • Executed efficient mise en place to facilitate smooth service.


Junior sous chef

Loders Arms Dorset
Loders, Dorset
08.2023 - 03.2024
  • Worked on kitchen food preparation while operating in a demanding, high-volume environment.
  • Helped to create recipes to maximise profit by delivering on target food costs per dish.
  • Demonstrated good food knowledge, from efficient ingredient preparation to creative plating.
  • Assisted with catered events with 25+ guests with specialised menus.
  • Sourced local ingredients to design seasonal menu items, specialising in modern British cuisine.

Customer assistant (deli)

Morrisons
Bridport, Dorset
08.2020 - 04.2022
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by offering tailored advice on deli products.
  • Served dishes and beverages in convenient packaging to maintain temperatures.
  • Upheld company policies on health and safety within the deli department.
  • Served customers at the counter, providing a friendly, efficient service.

Kitchen assistant, waiter

Bridport Arms Hotel
West Bay, Dorset
07.2019 - 08.2019
  • Prepared food and generally assisted in pub/restaurant kitchen
  • Carried out regular rubbish removal, mopping and sweeping, maintaining clean kitchen environments throughout service shifts.
  • Worked planned shifts and covered emergency duties when needed
  • Washed cutlery and crockery using industrial dishwashers and manual methods for a pristine finish.
  • Completed kitchen cleaning close down duties at end of day, readying areas for next shift.

Education

GCSEs -

Pangbourne College

A-Levels - Computing, Mathematics and photography

Pangbourne College
Reading

Skills

  • Works well under pressure
  • Shellfish preparation
  • Modern British and European cuisine
  • Positive and professional
  • Seasonal availability understanding
  • Dish costing
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills
  • Works well in teams

Interests

Sports including, Hockey at West Dorset hockey club, Skiing Snowboarding Sailing Climbing and many others Coding and Games design.

Completed DofE Bronze and on final stage of DofE Gold. CCF Royal Marine, and have completed the elite Marine competition, Pringle, twice. achieving 8th place and then 3rd. And was promoted to corporal 2019

Timeline

Sous chef

Illchester Arms
02.2025 - 09.2025

Chef de partie

The Anchor Inn
04.2024 - 12.2024

Junior sous chef

Loders Arms Dorset
08.2023 - 03.2024

Customer assistant (deli)

Morrisons
08.2020 - 04.2022

Kitchen assistant, waiter

Bridport Arms Hotel
07.2019 - 08.2019

GCSEs -

Pangbourne College

A-Levels - Computing, Mathematics and photography

Pangbourne College

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