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Jnasys Lane - Afamasaga

AUK,Auckland

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in fast-paced environments, including a notable tenure at Corner Burger. Excelled in team leadership and kitchen organization, significantly reducing food waste and enhancing customer satisfaction. Skilled in food safety and customer service, adept at driving efficiency and maintaining high standards of food presentation and quality.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef

Corner Burger
02.2022 - Current
  • Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.

House Renovations

Sativa Seumanutafa
01.2015 - 01.2026
  • Enhanced overall project efficiency through expert usage of power tools, hand tools, and various construction equipment.
  • Adapted quickly to changing client preferences during renovation projects, demonstrating flexibility and commitment to meet their needs.
  • Maintained strong relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and cost-effective purchasing decisions.
  • Implemented quality control measures during renovation projects, ensuring all work met or exceeded industry standards.

Manager

Sharkeys Takeaways
07.2017 - 02.2022
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.

Pick Packer

A & S Kumara Farm
12.2016 - 01.2022

Planting Kumara plants which involved cutting, sorting and watering, this was my second job along with management elsewhere.

  • Contributed to warehouse efficiency by collaborating with teammates on load planning, space optimization, and material handling procedures.

Education

Culinary Arts - Culinary

Auckland University of Technology
Auckland
12.2024

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Kitchen leadership
  • Food safety
  • Inventory management
  • Safe food handling
  • Food presentation
  • Menu planning
  • Customer service
  • Kitchen organization
  • Supervising food prep
  • Knife skills
  • Ingredient knowledge

Timeline

Sous Chef

Corner Burger
02.2022 - Current

Manager

Sharkeys Takeaways
07.2017 - 02.2022

Pick Packer

A & S Kumara Farm
12.2016 - 01.2022

House Renovations

Sativa Seumanutafa
01.2015 - 01.2026

Culinary Arts - Culinary

Auckland University of Technology
Jnasys Lane - Afamasaga