Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Awards
Timeline
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Cassandra Mortimer

Mount Maunganui

Summary

Adept Chef De Partie with a proven track record at Fife Lane, showcasing strong adaptability and multitasking skills. Excelled in food presentation and high-volume food preparation, significantly enhancing customer satisfaction through culinary creativity and effective team collaboration. Demonstrated expertise in fine-dining and a commitment to excellence in all kitchen operations.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef De Partie

Fife Lane
12.2020 - Current
  • Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by attentively addressing dietary restrictions and special requests.
  • Collaborated with fellow chefs de partie to create daily specials, showcasing culinary creativity and diversity.

Chef De Partie

Mount Ocean Sports Club
12.2015 - 10.2020
  • Contributed to a positive kitchen atmosphere through effective communication and collaboration with team members.
  • Collaborated with fellow chefs de partie to create daily specials, showcasing culinary creativity and diversity.
  • Supported head chef in menu creation, incorporating seasonal ingredients for innovative dishes.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.

Education

High School Diploma -

Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
null, NZ
07-2022

High School Diploma -

Tauranga Boys College
Tauranga
12-2015

Skills

  • Food presentation
  • Proper food handling
  • Time management abilities
  • Adaptability
  • Multitasking
  • Fine-dining expertise

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of Chefs in the development of Fife lane/pyramid valley wine makers menu.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and to complete satisfaction.

Awards

Winner of the 2022 Emerging Chef of the year at the BOP Hospitality awards.

Timeline

Chef De Partie

Fife Lane
12.2020 - Current

Chef De Partie

Mount Ocean Sports Club
12.2015 - 10.2020

High School Diploma -

Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology

High School Diploma -

Tauranga Boys College
Cassandra Mortimer