Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Interests
Timeline
Hobbies and Interests
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Marcella Dodanis

st heliers,AUK

Summary

Culinary professional with track record of delivering exceptional menu items and maintaining rigorous food safety standards. Adept at fostering collaborative kitchen environment and consistently achieving culinary excellence. Known for reliability and adaptability to dynamic kitchen needs, with strong skills in recipe development and culinary techniques.

Experienced with high-pressure kitchen environments, ensuring consistency and quality in every dish. Utilizes keen eye for detail to maintain food safety and presentation standards. Track record of fostering teamwork and efficient kitchen operations, contributing to overall success.


Professional culinary artist with proven track record in high-pressure kitchen environments. Adept at creating innovative dishes, ensuring quality, and maintaining high hygiene standards. Strong emphasis on teamwork and adaptability, consistently delivering excellent results in dynamic settings. Skilled in menu planning, inventory management, and staff training.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

CDP

Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron
08.2025 - Current
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

CDP

Prego Restaurant
11.2024 - 08.2025
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Sous chef

Winona forever
07.2024 - 11.2024
  • 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.

CDP

Paname social
05.2024 - 07.2024

Management of stock and levels for ordering

  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.


CDP

Atelier
05.2022 - 07.2024
  • French cooking of many varieties learned here
  • Management of stock, as well as fellow chefs training from time to time
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.

Commis chef

Soul bar and bistro
10.2018 - 05.2022
  • Enhanced culinary skills by assisting in the preparation of various dishes under the guidance of experienced chefs.
  • Contributed to a well-organized and efficient kitchen by maintaining clean workstations and following sanitation guidelines.
  • Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.

Commis chef

Good Neighbour
06.2014 - 01.2019
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Streamlined food preparation processes with proper mise en place, reducing waste and optimizing kitchen efficiency.
  • Supported timely service by preparing ingredients for multiple dishes simultaneously, ensuring all components were ready for plating.

Junior chef

Café botannix
08.2013 - 01.2014
  • Adapted quickly to new recipes, techniques, and equipment changes within the kitchen environment.
  • Implemented time management strategies to ensure that each dish was prepared accurately and served promptly.
  • Supported catering events by assisting with food preparation, plating, and serving as needed for large-scale functions.

Kitchen hand

Valentines Hamilton
03.2013 - 08.2013
  • Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies.

Fast food kebab maker

Kebab on Queens Hamilton
10.2011 - 11.2011
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and offering recommendations based on preferences.
  • Contributed to a positive workplace culture by consistently demonstrating professionalism, teamwork, and respect for colleagues.

Kitchen Hand

Pasta Italia Auckland
01.2011 - 01.2011
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • 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.

Cinema Attendant

Skycity Cinemas Hamilton
04.2008 - 01.2009
  • On sold tickets, food and special promotions
  • Maintained a clean and tidy workplace
  • Handled cash, credit card payments, accurately gave back change

Education

Food Certifcates Levels 3,4,5 - Culinary

Service IQ
Auckland, NZ
12-2022

Diploma in 2d animation level 6 - undefined

Freelance Animation School
01.2010

Certificate in mixed media arts and community participation - undefined

Artmakers

Flight attendant star course - undefined

Sir George Seymour college

Comprehensive first aid certificate - undefined

St John

NCEA levels 1&2 - undefined

Hamilton girl’s high school
01.2006

Skills

  • Positive attitude
  • Kitchen cleaning and maintenance
  • Customer service
  • Team collaboration
  • Food preparation
  • Dishwashing
  • Equipment cleaning
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Kitchen organization

Accomplishments

  • Re-designed kitchen stations and equipment placement which increased productivity and enhanced workflow processes.
  • Selected to create and prepare unique dishes for private parties with well-known celebrities.
  • Increased productivity by revamping workflow and restructuring line.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and to complete satisfaction.
  • Have been apart of many resturants as they achieve their Hat status for example prego and soul bar
  • Best french resturant 2023 with Atelier

Certification

  • Culinary Certificates, Soul bar and bistro - 2018 to 2022 , Levels 3,4.5

Interests

  • I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
  • Crafting and DIY Projects
  • Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
  • I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
  • Strategy Games and any sort of games with friends

Timeline

CDP

Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron
08.2025 - Current

CDP

Prego Restaurant
11.2024 - 08.2025

Sous chef

Winona forever
07.2024 - 11.2024

CDP

Paname social
05.2024 - 07.2024

CDP

Atelier
05.2022 - 07.2024

Commis chef

Soul bar and bistro
10.2018 - 05.2022

Commis chef

Good Neighbour
06.2014 - 01.2019

Junior chef

Café botannix
08.2013 - 01.2014

Kitchen hand

Valentines Hamilton
03.2013 - 08.2013

Fast food kebab maker

Kebab on Queens Hamilton
10.2011 - 11.2011

Kitchen Hand

Pasta Italia Auckland
01.2011 - 01.2011

Cinema Attendant

Skycity Cinemas Hamilton
04.2008 - 01.2009

Diploma in 2d animation level 6 - undefined

Freelance Animation School

Certificate in mixed media arts and community participation - undefined

Artmakers

Flight attendant star course - undefined

Sir George Seymour college

Comprehensive first aid certificate - undefined

St John

NCEA levels 1&2 - undefined

Hamilton girl’s high school

Food Certifcates Levels 3,4,5 - Culinary

Service IQ

Hobbies and Interests

I am very interested in cooking, animation and drawing, I really enjoy spending time with family and friends., In my spare time I also enjoy console gaming
Marcella Dodanis