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Vince Erickson MORALES

London

Summary

A culinary professional with a strong foundation in culinary education and a commitment to adherence to hygiene standards. Demonstrates exceptional culinary creativity and expertise in recipe execution, utilising kitchen utensils effectively. Proficient in food storage principles, ensuring optimal freshness and safety.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work history

Grill chef

Sticks n Sushi
Wimbledon, Merton
10.2023 - 08.2025
  • Followed recipes meticulously resulting in consistently excellent dishes.
  • Kept grill equipment clean, ensuring maximum efficiency and longevity of tools.
  • Cooperated well within a team environment, facilitating smooth running of the kitchen operation.
  • Prepared grilled foods according to customers' specific requests, ensuring their satisfaction.
  • Worked under pressure during busy periods whilst maintaining a high standard of food preparation.
  • Trained new staff members to maintain consistent quality of dishes.

Commis chef

Roehampton
Roehampton, Wandsworth
09.2021 - 08.2023
  • Ensured proper portion control reducing unnecessary wastage.
  • Provided support to senior chefs, improving speed of service delivery.
  • Prepared ingredients for head chef to ensure efficient service.
  • Participated in daily inventory checks to avoid ingredient shortages.
  • Improved kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organised work area.
  • Mastered various cooking techniques with ongoing practice and mentorship from senior chefs.
  • Assisted in large-scale catering events, ensuring successful execution.
  • Cooked and presented dished in line with standardised recipes.

Catering assistant

Ibstock Place School
Roehampton, Wandsworth
02.2020 - 02.2021
  • Collaborated with other team members for smooth catering operations during events.
  • Adhered to portion control guidelines whilst serving meals, maintaining cost effectiveness.
  • Upheld presentation standards by arranging food items attractively on serving trays and tables.
  • Ensured freshness of ingredients by properly storing them according to food hygiene standards.
  • Maintained cleanliness of kitchen area to ensure health and safety regulations were met.
  • Received and unpacked incoming deliveries, rotated existing stock and put away new items.
  • Prepared simple food items, freeing up cooks to focus on complex work.

Commis sushi chef

Nobu Berkeley Street
Mayfair, City of Westminster
09.2018 - 12.2019
  • Showcased deep understanding of diverse seafood varieties used in sushi making.
  • Specialised in sashimi slicing techniques, resulted in visually appealing presentations.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency through streamlined ingredient prep processes.
  • Prepared traditional Japanese sushi dishes to enhance customer experience.

Commis pastry chef

Nobu Berkeley Street
Mayfair, London
10.2018 - 02.2019
  • Assisted Head Pastry Chef with preparation of desserts, contributing to smooth service delivery.
  • Delivered high-quality baked goods using precise baking techniques.

Education

GCSEs -

Richard Challoner School
London
/2009 - /2013

Skills

  • Culinary education
  • Adherence to hygiene standards
  • Culinary creativity
  • Recipe execution
  • Use of kitchen utensils
  • Food storage principles

Timeline

Grill chef

Sticks n Sushi
10.2023 - 08.2025

Commis chef

Roehampton
09.2021 - 08.2023

Catering assistant

Ibstock Place School
02.2020 - 02.2021

Commis pastry chef

Nobu Berkeley Street
10.2018 - 02.2019

Commis sushi chef

Nobu Berkeley Street
09.2018 - 12.2019

GCSEs -

Richard Challoner School
/2009 - /2013
Vince Erickson MORALES