Proven Kitchen Manager with a successful background at Bupa Aged Care, acknowledged for leadership and teamwork. Skilled in food safety regulations and inventory oversight, delivering quality meals that accommodate various dietary preferences. Award-winning chef with strong communication skills, dedicated to elevating culinary experiences in high-pressure situations.
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JIBIN JOLLY
Porirua,New Zealand
Summary
Overview
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Bupa Aged Care – Whitby
Kitchen Manager
05.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Oversee daily kitchen operations ensuring dietary standards for aged care.
- Manage inventory, ordering, and staff scheduling.
- Consistently recognized as Best Team Player (2019–2024).
- Winner of Bake Off Challenge (Asia-Pacific, Bupa).
- Central Region Plating Winner.
Flame Grill Burgers
Sous Chef
12.2020 - 08.2021
Job overview
- Managed kitchen team and ensured timely meal preparation.
- Maintained food hygiene standards and quality control.
Recon Security
Noise Control Officer & Mobile Officer
04.2020 - 01.2021
Job overview
- Enforced local council noise regulations.
- Managed community relations and conflict resolution.
- Awarded Security Officer of the Month.
- Monitored CCTV cameras to detect any suspicious activities or persons.
- response quickly to alarm activities and other emergencies.
- Conducted regular patrols of the facility to ensure safety and security protocols were being followed.
Orange Catering NZ Ltd
Chef
07.2019 - 01.2020
Job overview
- Prepared high-volume event catering.
- Specialized in buffet and plated meal service.
Prima Deli Pvt Ltd
Chef
09.2017 - 01.2020
Job overview
- Prepared a wide range of baked goods, savory dishes, and sandwiches for all over NZ.
Paella Pan Events & Catering, AucklandAuckland
Chef
07.2019 - 12.2019
Job overview
- Cooked authentic Spanish cuisine for private and corporate events.
Cordis AucklandAuckland
Internship (Work Experience – 40 Hours)
11.2017 - 11.2017
Job overview
- Assisted senior chefs in a professional kitchen setting.
- Gained hands-on experience with mise-en-place and fine dining service.
Radisson Blu, Kuwait, Kuwait
Chef
11.2014 - 12.2016
Job overview
- Worked in a 5-star hotel kitchen.
- Specialized in international cuisine and banquet service.
Gateway of Taj, Calicut, KeralaCalicut, Kerala
Industrial Exposure Training – Kitchen Department
08.2013 - 01.2014
Job overview
- Coordinated mise-en-place while optimizing daily kitchen activities.
Vivanta by Taj, Kumarakom, KeralaKumarakom, Kerala
Kitchen Training Intern
07.2012 - 08.2012
Job overview
- Assisted in mise-en-place and supported daily kitchen operations.
Education
NSIAAuckland City
Diploma from Culinary Arts – Level 4 & 5
01.2019
University Overview
- NZ Certificate in Cookery (Level 4)
- NZ Diploma in Cookery – Advanced (Level 5)
- City & Guilds Level 2 Certificates:
- Food Safety & Catering
- Culinary Arts Principles
- Diploma in Food Preparation and Cooking
- Professional Development Courses: Management Essentials Program-2023
- health & safety representative course-29315- June 2022
- Chemical Safety by Hancroft nz- october 20,2017
Munnar Catering CollegeKerala, India
Bachelor’s Degree from Hotel Management
01.2014
University Overview
Skills
- Experience with aged care dietary requirements
- Professional knife skills
- Food hygiene and safety knowledge
- Strong communication and teamwork
- Fast learner and adaptable in high-pressure environments
- Knowledge of food and beverage production
- Inventory management
- Food safety compliance
- Menu development
- Quality control
- Culinary techniques
- Event catering
- Staff supervision
- Conflict resolution
- Leadership skills
- Time management
- Cost controls
- Recruitment
- Safe food handling
- Safety audits
- Health and safety knowledge
References
References
- Karin, Hall, Care Home Manager, karin.hall@bupa.co.nz, 027 237 4570, Bupa Whitby
- Jilvin, J, Chef de Partie, jilvinjo@gmail.com, 022 198 9536, Koru Lounge, Air New Zealand
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Best Team Player Award (2020–2024)
- Bupa Asia-Pacific Bake Off Challenge winner
- Central Region Plating Competition winner
- Security officer of the month
- 2021, 2022, 2023 Nestlé dessert competition winner
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridTimeline
Sous Chef
Flame Grill Burgers
12.2020 - 08.2021
Kitchen Manager
Bupa Aged Care – Whitby
05.2020 - Current
Noise Control Officer & Mobile Officer
Recon Security
04.2020 - 01.2021
Chef
Orange Catering NZ Ltd
07.2019 - 01.2020
Chef
Paella Pan Events & Catering, Auckland
07.2019 - 12.2019
Internship (Work Experience – 40 Hours)
Cordis Auckland
11.2017 - 11.2017
Chef
Prima Deli Pvt Ltd
09.2017 - 01.2020
Chef
Radisson Blu, Kuwait
11.2014 - 12.2016
Industrial Exposure Training – Kitchen Department
Gateway of Taj, Calicut, Kerala
08.2013 - 01.2014
Kitchen Training Intern
Vivanta by Taj, Kumarakom, Kerala
07.2012 - 08.2012
NSIA
Diploma from Culinary Arts – Level 4 & 5
Munnar Catering College
Bachelor’s Degree from Hotel Management
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