Tristan Bliss
Staveley, Cumbria
Summary
Career trajectory reflects steady advancement through ranks, gaining extensive experience across all facets of catering industry, fostering a deep understanding of sector dynamics.
Leader in kitchens. Promoted several times. Known for creating a team and developing processes that reach consistent, high standards of food delivery.
Dealing with General Managers and Board Members, financial management, staff management, supplier management, systems introduction, introduction of new processes.
Extensive experience collaborating with diverse individuals from various nations and engaging with external agencies.
Proven ability to build strong teams and deliver exceptional service. Demonstrated dedication to completing tasks efficiently and effectively within a collaborative environment. Recognized for punctuality, reliability, and a strong work ethic.
Actively pursuing an Executive Head Role to leverage expertise in managing large-scale operations and driving excellence.
I am ready for a new Executive Head Role because I have effectively managed two large businesses and kitchens.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
19
19
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Executive head chef
Inn Collection Group
Ambleside , Cumbria
03.2025 - Current
Promoted to Managing kitchens of Waterhead and Wateredge Inn after
Enhancing food quality, consistency and profit margins.
Head chef
Inn Collection Group
Ambleside , Cumbria
03.2023 - 03.2025
Promoted to Head of the Wateredge kitchen after having shown the ability to deliver at the highest levels of kitchen management and execution of tasks under pressure.
Managed a busy kitchen plaiting food for up to 1000 covers daily.
Catered to large events, including a private hire for the co-op group charity rowing event.
Sous chef
Inn Collection Group
Ambleside , Cumbria
03.2022 - 03.2023
Promoted to Sous Chef of the Wateredge kitchen after having spent time developing unique flavor profiles for signature dishes, enhancing customer satisfaction. In addition streamlined kitchen processes by implementing effective time management strategies and delivered food to highest hygiene, quality and safety standards by strictly following regulations.
Worked as Sous Chef at a multi site level while the Wateredge for a year working at the Regent hotel as well as delivering food at a rosette level for the Wordsworth hotel kitchen.
Junior sous chef
Inn Collection Group
Bowness , Cumbria
09.2021 - 03.2022
Promoted to Junior Sous of the Angel inn kitchen after having shown resolve into bettering my skills as a chef and striving to further my personal development
Chef de partie
Inn Collection Group
Bowness , Cumbria
05.2021 - 09.2021
Performed butchery tasks, contributing to cost-saving measures in meat usage.
Prepared sauces, stocks and soups whilst following traditional recipes.
Maintained inventory control without compromising on food quality or taste.
Assisted head chef in delivering quality dishes within tight deadlines.
CDP Chef/Shift supervisor
White lion Ambleside – Mitchell's & Butlers
Ambleside, Cumbria
02.2019 - 05.2021
- Managed inventory control, reducing waste and ensuring freshness of ingredients.
- Handled special dietary requests professionally resulting in increased customer satisfaction rates.
- Implemented new recipes which resulted in an expanded menu offering.
Barista/front of house
Hiedi's Grasmere Lodge and Cafe
09.2018 - 09.2018
Blacks Retail
04.2018 - 05.2018
Activity instructor/group leader
PGL
09.2016 - 08.2016
Paddle sports instructor
01.2015 - 01.2016
Education
Bachelor of Science - Ecology
University of Cumbria
Ambleside 09.2016 - 04.2019
American school of the Hague
01.2000 - 07.2002
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Outdoor Adventure
Sparsholt College
Winchester 09.2014 - 06.2016
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British school of Milan
08.2012 - 09.2014
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Bayvew elementary Canada
08.2007 - 08.2009
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College Du Leman Geneva
08.2009 - 08.2012
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College Du Leman Geneva
08.2004 - 08.2007
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Saint Georges school Rome
07.2002 - 08.2004
Skills
- Food safety
- Fire safety lvl2
- Accommodation & law
- Managing electronic leisure
- Managing security and licensing
- Employee Relations
- Kitchen hygiene maintenance
- Recipe modification
- High pressure environment handling
- Portion control methods
- Inspiring motivation
- Comprehensive plating artistry
- Proficient in pos systems
- High volume production capabilities
- HACCP certified
- Knowledge of international cuisines
- Multi-Cuisine proficiency
- Restaurant operations understanding
Languages
English
Native
French
Native
Italian
Advanced
Certification
- 7 IGCSE's including Math, English and Science(biology)
- NNAS Nav Award
- BTEC lvl 3 Outdoor Education
- National Powerboat Certificate lvl 1
- Paddle Sports lvl 1 Coach
- GB Fencing Instructor
- Mountain bike lvl 1 Coach
- John Muir Award, environmental award scheme that encourages people to connect with, enjoy and care for wild places.
- Certificate of higher education
Accomplishments
Awarded the Head Chef of the year in 2025 with the Inn Collection Group after a year of record breaking sales and figures.
Interests and Achievements
Avid enjoyer of rock climbing and various outdoor activities having climbed in many different countries.
Keen interest in a variety of arts and music including photography.
A strong love of wood carving and working with my hands, from bespoke briarwood carvings to wooden spoons.
Employment courses
- Accommodation & law
- Building maintenance
- Cash stock and labour
- Employee relations
- Fire health and safety lvl2
- Food safety lvl2
- Managing electronic leisure
- Managing security and licensing
References
- Terry Lumb
General Manager, The Waters, Inn Collection Group
Borrans Rd, Waterhead, Ambleside, LA22 0EP.
lumb.terry@gmail.com
+447949576027
- Richard Downes
MD St John's Staff Hire
St John's Lodge Lake Road
Windermere LA232EQ
rich@staff-hire.co.uk
07827 941669
Timeline
Executive head chef
Inn Collection Group
03.2025 - Current
Head chef
Inn Collection Group
03.2023 - 03.2025
Sous chef
Inn Collection Group
03.2022 - 03.2023
Junior sous chef
Inn Collection Group
09.2021 - 03.2022
Chef de partie
Inn Collection Group
05.2021 - 09.2021
CDP Chef/Shift supervisor
White lion Ambleside – Mitchell's & Butlers
02.2019 - 05.2021
Barista/front of house
Hiedi's Grasmere Lodge and Cafe
09.2018 - 09.2018
Blacks Retail
04.2018 - 05.2018
Activity instructor/group leader
PGL
09.2016 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Ecology
University of Cumbria
09.2016 - 04.2019
Paddle sports instructor
01.2015 - 01.2016
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Outdoor Adventure
Sparsholt College
09.2014 - 06.2016
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British school of Milan
08.2012 - 09.2014
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College Du Leman Geneva
08.2009 - 08.2012
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Bayvew elementary Canada
08.2007 - 08.2009
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College Du Leman Geneva
08.2004 - 08.2007
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Saint Georges school Rome
07.2002 - 08.2004
American school of the Hague
01.2000 - 07.2002