Joshua Collop
Wellington,WGN
Summary
I am a Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
I aim to further my skills in the kitchen, while also taking on valuable knowledge from those who I work alongside. In order to grow and become the best possible chef I can become.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef Supervisor
Compass group
Kelburn , Wellington
01.2024 - 11.2024
- Ensured kitchen staff adhered to safety and sanitation regulations.
- Supervised and coordinated activities of cooks and other food preparation workers.
- Inspected supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure conformance to established standards.
- Reviewed customer feedback data to improve service delivery.
- Supervised kitchen food preparation in demanding, high-volume environments.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Liaised closely with kitchen and front-of-house personnel.
- Plated food according to restaurant artistic guidelines to promote attractive presentation.
- Monitored food products, driving quality, freshness and integrity.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
Kitchen Hand
Mexico
Wellington CBD, Wellington
07.2023 - 10.2024
- Cleaned dishes, pots, pans and utensils.
- Swept and mopped floors to maintain cleanliness in the kitchen area.
- Assisted cooks in preparing meals by washing vegetables and fruits, cutting meats and other tasks as needed.
- Maintained a neat work station throughout shift hours.
- Followed all health code guidelines when handling food items.
- Sanitized surfaces with approved cleaning solutions after each task was completed.
- Acquired new skills to support team and further accommodate customer needs.
- Partnered with chef to cook food and comply with food preservation guidelines.
- Followed recipes and customer requests to prepare meals.
Kitchen Hand
Havana Bar
Wellington CBD, Wellington
07.2022 - 11.2023
- Cleaned dishes, pots, pans and utensils.
- Swept and mopped floors to maintain cleanliness in the kitchen area.
- Disposed of garbage according to health regulations.
- Received deliveries of food items and stored them properly.
- Removed trash and cleaned kitchen garbage containers.
- Restocked cupboards, refrigerators and service stations with new food items or supplies.
Apprentice Chef
Fidels cafe
Wellington CBD, Wellington
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Operated kitchen equipment such as mixers, blenders, slicers, ovens, grills and fryers.
- Maintained cleanliness and hygiene standards in the kitchen area.
- Organized workstations with necessary ingredients and cooking equipment.
- Helped experienced chefs prepare dishes for customers.
- Took direction from head chef on menu items and preparation techniques.
- Trained in proper food handling procedures while adhering to health codes.
- Plated dishes according to instructions provided by head chef or sous chef.
Education
High School Diploma -
New Plymouth Boys' High School
New Plymouth, NZ12.2020
Level 4 Cookery -
Weltec
WellingtonSkills
- Salad Preparation
- Cooking Equipment Maintenance
- Sauce Preparation
- Inventory Oversight
- Pantry Organization
- Stock Rotation
- Ingredient Preparation
- Equipment Cleaning
- Basic Recordkeeping
- Workplace Health and Safety
- Punctual and Reliable
Timeline
Chef Supervisor
Compass group
01.2024 - 11.2024
Kitchen Hand
Mexico
07.2023 - 10.2024
Apprentice Chef
Fidels cafe
02.2023 - 08.2023
Kitchen Hand
Havana Bar
07.2022 - 11.2023
High School Diploma -
New Plymouth Boys' High School
Level 4 Cookery -
Weltec
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