James McDonnell

In a high pressure kitchen environment, where I am a part of a close knit team and work in busy high pressure situations. I prepare, work service, clean and organise the larder section of the kitchen.

• 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.
• Streamlined food preparation processes with proper mise en place, reducing waste and optimizing kitchen efficiency.
• Developed strong multitasking abilities by managing multiple cooking stations during peak hours, ensuring consistent quality output.

Worked under well known Chef Mark Hardstonge, where I was a key member of his team in large functions and meal services, always maintaining the highest quality. The job taught me valuable kitchen etiquette and practises and I was forced to work efficiently in a high pressure environment.

• Supported timely service by preparing ingredients for multiple dishes simultaneously, ensuring all components were ready for plating.
• Contributed to a well-organized and efficient kitchen by maintaining clean workstations and following sanitation guidelines.
• Gained comprehensive knowledge of various cooking techniques through hands-on experience and ongoing professional development opportunities.

• Followed orders closely to help prepare for jobs, ready sites, complete assignments and clean up work areas at completion.
• Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
• Utilized construction tools and machinery to effectively complete job site projects.
• Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
• Delivered materials needed for daily shift and loaded vehicles with equipment and supplies.
• Worked in the office - inputting data and computing accounts.

• Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
• Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
• Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.

This job also taught me the necessities of food hygiene and sanitation. Aswell as time management and working in a high pressure environment.