Chef postion wanted
Martin Alexis
The Hinds Head
Reading, RG7 4LX
Tel: 07979001535
E-Mail martyfrench@hotmail.com
Profile
A hardworking and reliable Chef with over ten years of experience working in large kitchens providing a high standard of quality service. Good team member with exceptional communication skills and a sound working knowledge of good health and safety practice. Ensures food is served to customers at the correct temperature and to their satisfaction.
Personal Strengths and Key Skills
· Good communication skills
· Works well as part of a team but able to use own initiative when necessary
· Well organised and quick thinking
· Ability to remain calm and working well under pressure
· Good record keeping skills
· Experienced at dealing with deliveries
· Excellent Training and Supervisory skills
Employment History
2006-Present Second Chef: The Hinds Head, Reading.
Assists the Head chef, cooking starters, main meals and desserts. Running the kitchen on head chef's day off.
2004-2006 Chef De Partie: The Diggers Rest, Exeter.
In control of all starters and desserts. Ensured customer satisfaction, while often working under intense pressure
maintaining a high standard of good quality home cooked food in a busy village pub.
2002-2004 Chef/Head Chef: The Monkey Tree, Cornwall.
In charge of preparing hot and cold meals, while also managing the restaurant side and bar of catering.
1994-2002 Commis Chef: The Crown Pub, Worcester.
Cooking various meals and preparing own specials for the blackboard.
1986-1994 Lobby Host: McDonalds, Halifax.
Responsible for the hosting of children's parties. In charge of all cleaning on the restaurant floor.
Education & Training
In House Training
Basic Food Hygiene Certificate 2004
Health & Safety at Work Certificate 2004
School
The Clare Hall School, Halifax, West Yorkshire 1982-1986
Interests
I enjoy socialising, meeting new people, watching movies, playing darts and magic.
References available on request
Phone: 07979001535
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