Damian Matthews
Porirua
Summary
Adept Chef with a proven track record at Kafe Oranje, enhancing food quality and kitchen efficiency. Mastered food safety and sanitation, alongside fostering team collaboration. Known for innovative menu adaptations and exceptional food presentation, significantly elevating dining experiences without compromising on quality standards.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef / Cook
Kafe Oranje
06.2022 - Current
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Adapted menus seasonally, incorporating fresh produce to create visually appealing and flavorful dishes.
Chef/Grill
Supply Room
03.2021 - 12.2021
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Chef
Kaizen Cafe
02.2021 - 12.2021
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
- Upheld stringent food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant health department guidelines.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
Chef
Gear Homeatsted
08.2020 - 04.2021
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Adapted menus seasonally, incorporating fresh produce to create visually appealing and flavorful dishes.
Education
Chef
Wellington Institute of Technology
Wellington11.2020
Level 3 - Chef
Whitireia
Porirua, WGN11.2018
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Customer service
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Food presentation
- Meal preparation
- Attention to detail
- Effective communications
- Team collaboration
- Grilling techniques
Timeline
Chef / Cook
Kafe Oranje
06.2022 - Current
Chef/Grill
Supply Room
03.2021 - 12.2021
Chef
Kaizen Cafe
02.2021 - 12.2021
Chef
Gear Homeatsted
08.2020 - 04.2021
Chef
Wellington Institute of Technology
Level 3 - Chef
Whitireia
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