Zbigniew Kuczynski
Slough,Slough
Summary
Experienced culinary professional with extensive background preparing meals for large-scale events including weddings, care homes, hotels, and VIP stadium functions. Skilled in managing high-volume food production while maintaining quality and safety standards. Holds valid Category B driving license and demonstrates strong interpersonal skills facilitating effective teamwork. Available full-time with flexible scheduling to meet operational demands.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
Barchester Chalfont Lodge
11.2013 - Current
- Oversaw culinary operations in a nursing home, ensuring high-quality meal preparation and service.
- Controlled food costs through expert ingredient sourcing and meal planning.
- Supervised work of cooks and kitchen helpers helping to keep kitchen running smoothly.
- Managed kitchen operations efficiently, coordinating with staff to maintain smooth service during peak hours.
- Ordered supplies based on expected demand to keep stock within optimum levels.
- Estimated food and labour costs and kept operations within budgets.
- Recruited and trained kitchen staff to meet high expectations for performance and quality.
- Organised staff rosters and work schedules, ensuring optimal staffing levels to meet service demands.
Breakfast chef
The Bull Inn
Gerrards Cross
10.2011 - 11.2013
Chef
Wise Catering
Southampton
01.2009 - 11.2011
- Participate in sports activities to maintain physical fitness.
Support team efforts through involvement in group sports.
Assist in preparing meals that promote healthy living.
Army Chef
Army
07.2000 - 12.2008
Education
A-Levels - Car Mechanic
Zasadnicza Szkoła Zawodowa (Vocational School)
Tuchola01-2000
Skills
- Staff leadership
- Kitchen management
- Food health and safety
- Food hygiene
- Cost control
- Menu development
- Employee training
- Kitchen hygiene
- Staff supervision
Languages
Polish
First Language
English
Intermediate
B1
Interests
- Gym
- Eating healthy
- Cycling
- Going on walks
Timeline
Head Chef
Barchester Chalfont Lodge
11.2013 - Current
Breakfast chef
The Bull Inn
10.2011 - 11.2013
Chef
Wise Catering
01.2009 - 11.2011
Army Chef
Army
07.2000 - 12.2008
A-Levels - Car Mechanic
Zasadnicza Szkoła Zawodowa (Vocational School)