Ben Beale-Mason
Otaki,WGN
Summary
I have worked in high pressure kitchens and have the ability to be quick when required but also take my time where needed. I am a team player, reliable and I consistently produce well presented and amazing tasting food. I am enthusiastic and always willing to learn from professionals more experienced than me.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Dockside LTD
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Created and tested new dishes and then implemented them into the menu.
- Leading service.
- Running all sections.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Stock rotation and ordering.
- Maintaining food health and safety procedures.
Chef De Partie
Seashore Cabaret
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Prep and service across all sections. Including the bakery section.
- Assisted with stocktakes and ordering.
- Acted as sous chef without the presence of either sous or head chef.
- Maintaining food health and safety.
Casual Chef
Lashings
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Sole charge of kitchen.
- Making baked goods and cabinet foods.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Chef De Partie
Dockside LTD
07.2020 - 06.2021
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
- Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.
- Operated all kitchen equipment safely to prevent injuries.
- Worked Dessert and larder sections, alongside my sous chef.
Education
Diploma - Hospitality Management
Weltec
Cuba Street, Wellington12.2021
NCEA Level 4 - Cookery
Weltec
Cuba Street, Wellington11.2020
Skills
- Team player
- Quick to learn and adaptable
- Calm under pressure
- Fast and efficient
- Knife skills
Timeline
Sous Chef
Dockside LTD
06.2022 - 07.2023
Chef De Partie
Seashore Cabaret
01.2022 - 06.2022
Casual Chef
Lashings
04.2021 - 08.2021
Chef De Partie
Dockside LTD
07.2020 - 06.2021
Diploma - Hospitality Management
Weltec
NCEA Level 4 - Cookery
Weltec
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