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Izaak Lacy

Palmerston North,Awapuni

Summary

Adept at basic cooking methods and showcasing exceptional adaptability, I honed my skills at Little Savanna, mastering efficient vegetable cuts and meat preparation. My ability to maintain high hygienic standards and effective communication significantly enhanced kitchen productivity and safety. Achievements include cross-training across multiple stations, ensuring top-notch food plating and storage. I am currently age 16.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Trainee Chef

Little Savanna
09.2023 - 08.2024
  • Mastered proper knife skills to efficiently complete vegetable cuts, meat trimming, and filleting tasks.
  • Prepared mise en place prior to service hours for seamless execution of menu items during peak times.
  • Learned essential time-management strategies while working under pressure in fast-paced kitchen environments.
  • Observed head chefs and how each prepared different specialties to gain knowledge in cooking techniques.
  • Demonstrated versatility by cross-training in multiple kitchen stations, increasing overall team productivity.
  • Maintained proper food handling procedures to ensure safe and sanitary food service operations.
  • Adhered to strict hygiene standards while working with raw ingredients such as poultry and seafood, reducing contamination risks.

Kitchen Hand

Gengys Palmerston North
05.2022 - 09.2023

Mastered all kitchen stations

  • Supported chefs in food preparation tasks such as chopping ingredients, peeling vegetables, and marinating meats.
  • Collaborated with other kitchen staff members to ensure smooth workflow during peak dining hours.
  • Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
  • Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
  • Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces.

Skills

  • Basic cooking methods
  • Vegetable Cutting
  • Effective Communication
  • Cleanliness and sanitation
  • Adaptability in kitchen
  • Kitchen Safety
  • High hygienic standards
  • Food Plating
  • Food storage knowledge

Timeline

Trainee Chef

Little Savanna
09.2023 - 08.2024

Kitchen Hand

Gengys Palmerston North
05.2022 - 09.2023
Izaak Lacy