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Vlad-Constantin Cimpu

Aylesbury,UK

Summary

Accomplished professional with extensive experience in culinary operations, restaurant management, and hospitality. Demonstrates expertise in team management, cost control, and food safety, with a proven track record of enhancing guest relations and driving profitability. Skilled in inventory management, scheduling, and training & development to optimise kitchen efficiency and staff performance. Adept at implementing HACCP standards and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. Proficient in Microsoft Office and equipped with strong organisational skills to manage change effectively within dynamic environments. Committed to delivering exceptional customer service while fostering a motivated and high-performing team.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Kitchen Skills Trainer

Whitbread PLC
Aylesbury, UK
02.2024 - 03.2025

• Deliver effective training to new site openings, site refurbishment and other brand conversion projects.
• Deliver the pre prescribed training plan.
• Through effective training, implement brand & operational excellence.
• Through effective training exemplary NSF and Risk Standards are achieved in each project.
• Provide timely & relevant support for projects to drive improvements and deliver activities within the brands.
• Delivery of all pre agreed levels of training activity to achieve the required training plan outcomes.
• Working closely with the Project Lead/Manager to provide insight should any training activity be off plan or require ongoing/further support.
• Utilise experience and responsibilities of the role to drive own personal development.

  • Delivered hands-on coaching sessions, bolstering staff's practical skill set.
  • Ensured compliance with industry standards by constantly updating training content.
  • Identified gaps in current training methods for better resource allocation.

Kitchen Manager

The Crows Nest Beefeater
Tring, UK
03.2023 - 02.2024
  • Trained new hires on kitchen procedures, ensuring seamless integration into the team.
  • Led regular staff meetings; encouraged open communication and problem-solving initiatives.
  • Developed a superb rapport with staff to encourage better teamwork and productivity.
  • Delegated tasks wisely amongst staff members; created balance and harmony in the workplace.
  • Organised staff rotas to ensure adequate coverage during all operating hours.
  • Maintained cleanliness of kitchen area, meeting health and safety regulations consistently.
  • Conducted regular inventory checks for more accurate stock control.
  • Improved kitchen efficiency by implementing new organisational strategies.
  • Introduced energy-saving practices in the kitchen, contributing towards sustainability goals.
  • Managed daily kitchen operations efficiently whilst maintaining high quality standards.

Kitchen Manager

The Charter Table Table
Aylesbury, UK
03.2020 - 03.2023
  • Conducted regular inventory checks for more accurate stock control.
  • Adhered to budget constraints when ordering supplies, effectively managing expenses.
  • Maintained cleanliness of kitchen area, meeting health and safety regulations consistently.
  • Improved kitchen efficiency by implementing new organisational strategies.
  • Organised staff rotas to ensure adequate coverage during all operating hours.
  • Developed a superb rapport with staff to encourage better teamwork and productivity.
  • Implemented waste reduction measures resulting in cost savings and environmental benefits.
  • Managed daily kitchen operations efficiently whilst maintaining high quality standards.

Kitchen Manager/Head Chef

Miller and Carter
Rickmansworth
10.2019 - 03.2020

Kitchen Manager

Whitbread PLC
Luton
06.2019 - 10.2019

Kitchen Manager

Whitbread PLC
Bridlington, UK
01.2018 - 06.2019

Kitchen Manager

Whitbread PLC
Enfield Lock, UK
08.2016 - 01.2018

Kitchen Manager

Whitbread PLC
Dunstable
05.2014 - 08.2016

Education

NVQ Level 4 - Hospitality

Food Beverage Level 4 Apprenticeship
United Kingdom
02.2023 -

Skills

  • Baking
  • Feedback delivery
  • Motivational aptitude
  • Cost Control
  • Guest relations
  • Management
  • Ordering
  • Schedule Management
  • Time Management
  • Microsoft Office
  • Chef
  • Team management
  • Culinary Experience
  • Kitchen
  • Supervising experience
  • Cooking
  • Retail Sales
  • Heavy lifting
  • Hospitality
  • HACCP
  • Training & development
  • Scheduling
  • Inventory Management
  • Leadership
  • Inventory Control
  • Kitchen Experience
  • Food management
  • Restaurant experience
  • Customer service
  • Presentation skills
  • Driving
  • Restaurant management
  • Profit & loss
  • Food safety
  • Hotel experience
  • Organisational skills
  • Change management experience
  • powerpoint expertise
  • Multitasking capability

Certification

Progressing into Kitchen Management, 06/01/17, Present

Additional Information

Well organised with a lot of experience in catering.

Languages

Greek
English
Russian

Personal Information

  • Industry: Hospitality & Tourism
  • Willing To Relocate: Anywhere

Custom

Yes

Timeline

Kitchen Skills Trainer

Whitbread PLC
02.2024 - 03.2025

Kitchen Manager

The Crows Nest Beefeater
03.2023 - 02.2024

NVQ Level 4 - Hospitality

Food Beverage Level 4 Apprenticeship
02.2023 -

Kitchen Manager

The Charter Table Table
03.2020 - 03.2023

Kitchen Manager/Head Chef

Miller and Carter
10.2019 - 03.2020

Kitchen Manager

Whitbread PLC
06.2019 - 10.2019

Kitchen Manager

Whitbread PLC
01.2018 - 06.2019

Kitchen Manager

Whitbread PLC
08.2016 - 01.2018

Kitchen Manager

Whitbread PLC
05.2014 - 08.2016
Vlad-Constantin Cimpu