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Imogen  Harris

Imogen Harris

Dunedin

Summary

Adept at menu creation and plating, I elevated dining experiences at Dada Manifesto by crafting innovative dishes and reducing food waste, showcasing my strong time management and creativity. My time at Geneva Healthcare honed my customer service skills, and taught me new skills like preparing food for a strict diet, administering medicines, and monitoring client health.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

Geneva Healthcare
07.2024 - Current
  • Provided comprehensive personal care to client, including assistance with daily activities such as washing, dressing, and general personal care.
  • Administered prescribed medications, monitored client health, and maintained accurate records to ensure proper care.
  • Assisted with meal preparation, feeding, and managing special dietary requirements to promote health and nutrition.
  • Operated a large van, providing safe and reliable transportation for client to medical appointments, errands, and recreational outings.
  • Created a caring and supportive environment for my client through companionship and emotional support.
  • Monitored changes in clients' physical and emotional conditions and communicated updates to family members.
  • Performed housekeeping duties like washing clothing and sheets and cleaning client's room.

Junior Chef

No.7 Balmac
03.2024 - 07.2024

- Managed a section including food preparation, monitoring stock of prepared food and ingredients

- Adapted quickly to new techniques, recipes and equipment

- Prepared dishes to high standards during busy service, with careful timing to coordinate with other chefs

Chef De Partie

Dada Manifesto
03.2023 - 02.2024
  • Efficiently prepped for and managed a section making all prep and producing high quality dishes in service .
  • Over the time working this included first a salad section, then grill section and then pass section.
  • Reduced food waste by carefully monitoring inventory levels and adjusting orders accordingly.
  • Supported head chef in menu creation, incorporating seasonal ingredients for innovative dishes.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization, ensuring a safe and efficient workspace.

Cook

Mussel Inn
12.2021 - 04.2022
  • Efficiently delivered consistent and visually appealing food.
  • Reduced food waste by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
  • Streamlined service with effective delegation and communication with team.
  • Managed all prep for both day and night at the restaurant, including baking for the cabinet, pre-made soups and sauces, and portioning meat and fish

Kitchen Hand/ Waitress

Mussel Inn
12.2019 - 12.2021


  • Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies.
  • Supported cooks in food preparation tasks such as chopping ingredients, peeling vegetables, and making salads and side dishes during service.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations by efficiently handling multiple responsibilities simultaneously under pressure.
  • Provided a high level of customer service, taking orders, making coffee and pouring drinks.
  • Used a POS system to input orders and process payments

Dishy

Mussel Inn
12.2018 - 12.2019
  • Learned quickly and worked effectively through extremely busy summers
  • Helped with food preparation
  • Kept a high level of cleanliness and organisation in own section and in the kitchen

Education

Botany - Bachelor of Science

Otago University
Dunedin
11.2025

High School Diploma -

Golden Bay Highschool
Golden Bay
2022

Skills

  • Plating and Presentation
  • Menu creation
  • Safe food handling
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Time management
  • Customer service

Timeline

Caregiver

Geneva Healthcare
07.2024 - Current

Junior Chef

No.7 Balmac
03.2024 - 07.2024

Chef De Partie

Dada Manifesto
03.2023 - 02.2024

Cook

Mussel Inn
12.2021 - 04.2022

Kitchen Hand/ Waitress

Mussel Inn
12.2019 - 12.2021

Dishy

Mussel Inn
12.2018 - 12.2019

Botany - Bachelor of Science

Otago University

High School Diploma -

Golden Bay Highschool
Imogen Harris