Cooper Assink
Summary
Accomplished Chef De Partie at Inati Restaurant, adept in sanitation practices and team collaboration, enhanced kitchen efficiency and food safety. Excelled in high-pressure environments, mastering heavy lifting and special events catering, significantly improving performance and training staff for peak service excellence. High-performing Chef offering 3 years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef De Partie
Inati Restaurant
04.2023 - 08.2024
- 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.
Commis Chef
Grangers Taphouse & Kitchen
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Enhanced culinary skills by assisting in the preparation of various dishes under the guidance of experienced chefs.
- Contributed to a well-organized and efficient kitchen by maintaining clean workstations and following sanitation guidelines.
- Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Catering Chef
Rainbows End Theme Park LTD
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Cooked for large groups of people and managing various types of food for large events.
- Ordered food items and supplies needed to fulfill catering jobs.
- Crafted exciting catering options for clients.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary kitchen environment by adhering to strict health and safety regulations.
Kitchen Porter
MPKD Group Limited T/A Porterhouse Grill
06.2020 - 05.2021
- Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
- Boosted team efficiency by keeping kitchen areas organized, clean, and properly sanitized.
- Assisted chefs with food preparation tasks, resulting in timely service and high-quality dishes.
- Increased overall kitchen productivity through effective communication and collaboration with team members.
Education
Certificate in Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
Ignite Colleges
Auckland, NZ11.2023
Certificate in Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
Ignite Colleges
Auckland, NZ11.2022
Skills
- Sanitation Practices
- Recruiting and training
- Special Events
- Safety Management
- Performance Improvement
- Heavy Lifting
- Team Collaboration
- Cleaning and sanitation
Timeline
Chef De Partie
Inati Restaurant
04.2023 - 08.2024
Commis Chef
Grangers Taphouse & Kitchen
01.2022 - 02.2023
Catering Chef
Rainbows End Theme Park LTD
12.2021 - 05.2022
Kitchen Porter
MPKD Group Limited T/A Porterhouse Grill
06.2020 - 05.2021
Certificate in Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
Ignite Colleges
Certificate in Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
Ignite Colleges
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