Vaughn Fox
Bradford-On-Avon,Wiltshire
Summary
Experienced Chef Assistant at Merkins Farm Cafe in Bradford Leigh, Wiltshire, with a proven track record of supporting high-quality food preparation and presentation. Adept at maintaining kitchen hygiene, managing kitchen operations during busy periods. Demonstrating strengths in problem-solving and time management. Adapts to fast-paced environments through effective communication and active listening. Eager to learn in a mechanics enviroment and contribute to team success and enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef Assistant
Merkins farm cafe
Bradford leigh, Wiltshire
03.2022 - Current
- Prepared vegetables before service times, washing, peeling and chopping varieties used in dishes.
- Kept chef workspaces stocked with supplies during busy periods.
- Managed kitchen operations during head chef's absence, ensuring continuity of service.
- Supported chefs in managing food preparation to achieve high-quality, precise plating and presentation standards.
- Supported head chef in meal prep tasks, chopping vegetables, and preparing sauces for efficient service delivery.
- Assisted in the preparation of basic food items under chef supervision, adhering to recipes and quality standards.
- Maintained high levels of kitchen hygiene, including cleaning surfaces and equipment regularly.
- Maintained kitchen stations in line with health and safety standards.
- Kept kitchen equipment and knives in good working order through regular maintenance.
- Helped kitchen team prioritise and complete high-volume orders in busy restaurant environment.
- Monitored food temperatures during storage and cooking to comply with food safety regulations.
- Checked stock was stored at correct temperatures to limit spoilage.
- Managed kitchen cleaning duties to keep all areas and workstations organised, well-stocked and free from hazards.
Education
GCSEs - mathematics
the corsham school
Corsham, WIL 2018 - 2022
GCSEs - english
the corsham school
Corsham, WIL 2018 - 2022
GCSEs - spanish
the corsham school
Corsham, WIL 2021 - 2022
GCSEs - graphic design
the corsham school
Corsham, WIL 2021 - 2022
GCSEs - science-physics and chemistry
the corsham school
Corsham, WIL 2018 - 2022
IMI level 1 Diploma - Automotive Maintenance
wiltshire college trowbridge
Trowbridge, WIL 2022 - 2023
IMI Level 2 Subsidiary Diploma - Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technology
wiltshire college trowbridge
Trowbridge, WIL 2023 - 2024
IMI Level 2 Diploma - Auto Electrical and Mobile Electrical Principles
wiltshire college trowbridge
Trowbridge, WIL 2024 - 2025
Skills
- Food presentation
- Safe food handling
- Kitchen management
- Meal preparation
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Willingness to learn
- Calm under pressure
- Communication skills
- Active listening
- Health and safety awareness
- timekeeping skills
Certification
- certifications in perfect attendance throughout my years at Wiltshire college
- certificate of achievement for competing in the automotive southwest skills challenge being on e of the individuals representing Wiltshire college
Hobbies and interests
My hobbies include going out with my friends and doing activity's such as go carting, motorcycling, pool, darts and some pro active sports like football and swimming.
I am very interested in making mechanics (of any sort) my future.
Timeline
Chef Assistant
Merkins farm cafe
03.2022 - Current
GCSEs - mathematics
the corsham school
2018 - 2022
GCSEs - english
the corsham school
2018 - 2022
GCSEs - spanish
the corsham school
2021 - 2022
GCSEs - graphic design
the corsham school
2021 - 2022
GCSEs - science-physics and chemistry
the corsham school
2018 - 2022
IMI level 1 Diploma - Automotive Maintenance
wiltshire college trowbridge
2022 - 2023
IMI Level 2 Subsidiary Diploma - Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technology
wiltshire college trowbridge
2023 - 2024
IMI Level 2 Diploma - Auto Electrical and Mobile Electrical Principles
wiltshire college trowbridge
2024 - 2025