Emily Goodwin
Saint Albans,CAN
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate with strong organizational skills eager to secure any position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef De Partie
Bessie
Christchurch, CAN
07.2024 - Current
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Contributed to a positive kitchen atmosphere through effective communication and collaboration with team members.
- Complied with portion and serving sizes as per restaurant standards.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization, ensuring a safe and efficient workspace.
- Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.
- Ensured consistent dish quality by closely adhering to recipe guidelines and presentation standards.
- Improved customer satisfaction by attentively addressing dietary restrictions and special requests.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep work and implementing time-saving techniques.
- Sanitized all counters properly to prevent food-borne illness.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Ensured compliance with food safety regulations by maintaining proper storage protocols for perishable items and promptly addressing any potential hazards.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
Commis Chef
Bessie&Engineers Bar
Level 1/178 Saint Asaph Street, Christchurch Centr
06.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Supported timely service by preparing ingredients for multiple dishes simultaneously, ensuring all components were ready for plating.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to established safety protocols and promptly addressing potential hazards as they arose.
Junior Chef
Country Feasts
7600 Freyerg Road Burnham Camp
10.2017 - 01.2024
- Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
- Rotated through all prep stations to learn different techniques.
- Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
- Followed recipes and chef instructions to prepare food correctly.
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
- Unloaded food deliveries and stored items in proper locations for easy access.
- Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
Commis Chef
Jaba Grill & Bar
Lichfield Street
04.2023 - 11.2023
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations.
- Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency through effective staff management and delegation.
- Collaborated effectively with front-of-house team for seamless dining experience and positive customer feedback.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
Shelf Stocker
The Dunsandel Stop Shop
3426 Main South Road Dunsandel
04.2016 - 07.2016
- Maintained well-organized restocking areas to avoid blocking aisles or creating safety hazards.
- Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
- Placed products in correct storage locations to keep stock areas organized and inventory counts accurate.
Education
Diploma In Cookery Level 5 - Cookery
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Christchurch, CANCertificate In Cookery Level 4 - Level 4 Cookery
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Christchurch, CAN11.2023
Level 3 Certificate Of Bakery - Bakery Level 3
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Christchurch, CAN12.2022
NCEA Level 3 - Highschool
Ellesmere College
Leeston, CAN11.2022
Skills
- Basic Cooking Methods
- Waste Control
- Proper Storage Procedures
- Assist Customers
- Sauce Preparation
- Cutting Techniques
- Kitchen Assistance
- Standardized Recipes
- Food Allergies
- Measuring and Portioning
- Customer Experience
- Chef Consultations
- Meal Preparation
- Proper Food Storage
- Hospitality Management
- Cleanliness and Sanitation
- Kitchen Operations
- Procedure Preparation
- Safe Work Practices
- Work Area Maintenance
- Food Preparing, Plating and Presentation
- Frying and Sautéing
- Regulatory Standards
- Organization and Prioritization
- Ability to Speak Clearly
- Menu Item Preparation
- Timely Food Delivery
- Food Hygiene and Safety
- Temperature Checking
- Waste Storage
- Dietary Restrictions
- Sanitation
Timeline
Chef De Partie
Bessie
07.2024 - Current
Commis Chef
Bessie&Engineers Bar
06.2024 - Current
Commis Chef
Jaba Grill & Bar
04.2023 - 11.2023
Junior Chef
Country Feasts
10.2017 - 01.2024
Shelf Stocker
The Dunsandel Stop Shop
04.2016 - 07.2016
Diploma In Cookery Level 5 - Cookery
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Certificate In Cookery Level 4 - Level 4 Cookery
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Level 3 Certificate Of Bakery - Bakery Level 3
Ara Institute of Canterbury
NCEA Level 3 - Highschool
Ellesmere College