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I have a passion for music and poetry. I love telling a story that reflects our time that we live in
I have a passion for music and poetry. I love telling a story that reflects our time that we live in
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Xavier Salam

Cook And Musician
London

Summary

Resourceful Private Chef talented at preparing creative daily menus and meals. Imaginative and original to explore new cooking avenues. Superior knowledge of heat control and baking techniques. Committed to ensuring all meals are of quality and are professionally plated.

Passionate for creating and being part of an environment where people come together to share food, stories and their favorite drinks.

A flexible team player, happy in a front of house role receiving clients and making them feel welcome and very much enjoy being part of a dynamic kitchen or bar team too. Thriving on being part of a creative collective committed to providing their clients with a fantastic experience.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Freelance Chef

Self Employed
01.2020 - Current
  • Provided easy-to-read cooking preparation instructions for clients.
  • Created customized meal plans based on client dietary restrictions and preferences.
  • Shopped for ingredients.
  • Safely packaged and labeled each individual meal.
  • Prepared and cooked meals for private lunches and dinner parties
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.

Sales Agent

Premium Merchant Funding
09.2023 - 11.2023

I took part in a training program that was offered.

I worked on the phone following up sales leads calling small to mid size companies in the US and setting up follow up calls for the closing team.

This was only a temporary placement . I enjoyed learning and feel confident to continue as part of a sales team. Either on the phones or face to face within any environment.

Front of House Staff Member

Hannu Sushi
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Assisted with sushi preparation and bringing products forward for purchase.
  • Took orders and served clients.
  • Undertook Barista training
  • Kept track of stock taking .

Restaurant Waiter

Trieste
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Quickly reset and cleaned up tables after customers left to enable speedy turnaround and guest flow.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.

Line Chef

Hiro Yakamoto
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Restocked food items throughout shift to provide head chef with proper ingredients for dishes.
  • Operated fryer and cooked meats on grill.
  • Followed recipes and food presentation standards at Yakamoto Sushi.
  • Assisted head chef in preparing and serving food.

Education

Security And Conflict Deescalation

Laser And Trident Awards
Wimbledon
11.2022 - 12.2022

Level 3 Culinary Guild

Westminster Culinary School
London
09.2021 - 07.2022

Performance Arts And Character Study

Identity Drama School
London
01.2021 - 04.2021

Culinary Arts

Richmond College
London
09.2019 - 08.2020

GCSE

Saint Cecilia's
London
01.2015 - 07.2018

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

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Additional Information

During lockdown I worked as a technical support assistant for Databit LTD. Assisted in setting up at home work systems in accordance with regulations.

Helped provide continuous support during Covid.

I also took training to achieve my SIA badge in security and conflict de-escalation. I have full insurance, a first aid certificate and a clear DBS.

Interests

Cooking

Music

Poetry

Entertaining

Socialising

Debate

Comedy

Drama

Politics

Reading

Timeline

Sales Agent

Premium Merchant Funding
09.2023 - 11.2023

Security And Conflict Deescalation

Laser And Trident Awards
11.2022 - 12.2022

Level 3 Culinary Guild

Westminster Culinary School
09.2021 - 07.2022

Performance Arts And Character Study

Identity Drama School
01.2021 - 04.2021

Freelance Chef

Self Employed
01.2020 - Current

Culinary Arts

Richmond College
09.2019 - 08.2020

Front of House Staff Member

Hannu Sushi
01.2019 - 01.2020

Restaurant Waiter

Trieste
01.2019 - 01.2020

Line Chef

Hiro Yakamoto
01.2018 - 01.2019

GCSE

Saint Cecilia's
01.2015 - 07.2018

I have a passion for music and poetry. I love telling a story that reflects our time that we live in

I have grown up in South West London and experienced all sides of London life for young people. I started to rap as a way to connect and tell real life experiences.

I write daily, perform and collect stories to share.

I have a passion for music and poetry. I love telling a story that reflects our time that we live in

I have grown up in South West London and experienced all sides of London life for young people. I started to rap as a way to connect and tell real life experiences.

I write daily, perform and collect stories to share.

Xavier SalamCook And Musician