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William Kirkwood

Luton,Bedfordshire

Summary

Chef by trade, with over three years of hands-on experience, and a strong commitment to continuous improvement. A diligent worker with a robust work ethic, demonstrated by maintaining a 25+ hour workweek at a Michelin-starred restaurant while completing my degree. My drive for growth and development is best exemplified by outcompeting full-time chefs with more than twice my experience to earn a management position at Hawksmoor in Chicago.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

SECTION STANDARDS MANAGER

Hawksmoor Chicago
Chicago
05.2024 - 05.2025
  • Trained new hires to ensure exceptional service standards, resulting in a smooth pace of service.
  • Maintained cleanliness across the kitchen, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
  • Implemented safe, hygienic practices, fostering a secure working environment.

CHEF DE PARTIE

Hawksmoor Liverpool
Liverpool
09.2023 - 05.2024
  • Ensured timely and accurate stock-takes and order lists for section operations.
  • Upheld food safety and preparation standards to optimise kitchen efficiency.
  • Streamlined processes to enhance service quality and customer satisfaction.

COMMIS CHEF

The Barn at Moorhall Aughton
Aughton
01.2023 - 07.2023
  • Ensured high cleanliness standards, meeting chef approval for food preparation tasks and organisation.
  • Contributed to seamless kitchen operations by completing stock takes efficiently.
  • Collaborated with team to uphold hygiene protocols, enhancing food safety and operational efficiency.

Education

BSC - Zoology

University of Liverpool
Liverpool
06.2024

ACCESS TO H.E. - Biomedical Sciences

Brighton Metropolitan College
Brighton
06.2021

Skills

Goal tracking and inventory management

  • Staff training and team leadership
  • Expert communication skills
  • Organisational skills
  • Time management and resilience
  • Attention to detail
  • Customer service excellence
  • Resilience

Languages

English (Native), Spanish (Novice)

References

Tanner, Whiteside, tanner_whieside@live.co.uk, +61 473 004 309, Hawksmoor Liverpool, Liverpool

Timeline

SECTION STANDARDS MANAGER

Hawksmoor Chicago
05.2024 - 05.2025

CHEF DE PARTIE

Hawksmoor Liverpool
09.2023 - 05.2024

COMMIS CHEF

The Barn at Moorhall Aughton
01.2023 - 07.2023

BSC - Zoology

University of Liverpool

ACCESS TO H.E. - Biomedical Sciences

Brighton Metropolitan College

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