MATTHEW BOVE
AUCKLAND,AUK
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
KI MAHA RESTAURANT
02.2025 - Current
APPRENTICE PLUMBER
BASSETT PLUMBING & DRAINAGE
05.2023 - 02.2025
- CONTINUED PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN PLUMBING, FOCUSING ON ADVANCED DRAINAGE TECHNIQUES AND SYSTEMS.
- COLLABORATED WITH EXPERIENCED PLUMBERS TO EXECUTE COMPLEX INSTALLATIONS, ENHANCING TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY.
- ENGAGED IN CUSTOMER SERVICE, ADDRESSING CLIENT INQUIRIES PROMPTLY AND PROFESSIONALLY.
APPRENTICE PLUMBER
PLUMBWORX
01.2021 - 05.2023
- ACQUIRED FUNDAMENTAL PLUMBING SKILLS THROUGH HANDS-ON TRAINING, INCLUDING INSTALLATION AND REPAIR OF PLUMBING SYSTEMS.
- ASSISTED IN DIAGNOSING PLUMBING ISSUES, CONTRIBUTING TO TIMELY AND EFFECTIVE SOLUTIONS FOR CLIENTS.
- MAINTAINED A SAFE AND ORGANISED WORK ENVIRONMENT, ADHERING TO INDUSTRY SAFETY STANDARDS AND REGULATIONS.
CHEF DE PARTIE
HIPGROUP (STORE ON BRITOMART/AMAANO/ORTOLANA)
12.2018 - 05.2020
- LED STATION OPERATIONS WHILE MANAGING A TEAM, SUCCESSFULLY DELIVERING EXCEPTIONAL MEALS DURING PEAK HOURS.
- OPTIMISED KITCHEN WORKFLOW, RESULTING IN A 20% REDUCTION IN SERVICE TIME WITHOUT COMPROMISING QUALITY.
- MENTORED JUNIOR CHEFS, ENHANCING THEIR SKILLS AND FOSTERING A COLLABORATIVE KITCHEN ENVIRONMENT.
CHEF DE PARTIE
RYDGES HOTEL
06.2016 - 12.2018
- ENGINEERED SEASONAL MENUS INCORPORATING LOCALLY SOURCED INGREDIENTS, RESULTING IN INCREASED CUSTOMER SATISFACTION.
- SUPERVISED KITCHEN STAFF ACTIVITIES, ENSURING COMPLIANCE WITH HEALTH AND SAFETY REGULATIONS.
- ACHIEVED CONSISTENTLY HIGH RATINGS IN GUEST FEEDBACK FOR FOOD QUALITY AND SERVICE EXCELLENCE.
COMMIS CHEF/CHEF DE PARTIE
GOODE BROTHERS
02.2010 - 05.2016
- ASSISTED IN THE PREPARATION AND PRESENTATION OF HIGH-QUALITY DISHES, ENSURING ADHERENCE TO CULINARY STANDARDS.
- COLLABORATIVELY WORKED WITH KITCHEN STAFF TO STREAMLINE FOOD SERVICE OPERATIONS, ENHANCING TEAM EFFICIENCY.
- PARTICIPATED IN MENU PLANNING, CONTRIBUTING INNOVATIVE IDEAS THAT ELEVATED DINING EXPERIENCES.
Education
AUCKLAND CHEF TRAINING SCHOOL LEVEL 3 - COOKERY LEVEL 4
AUCKLAND CHEF TRAINING SCHOOL
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Quality control
- Kitchen operations management
- Menu planning and development
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Cultural awareness
- Flexible and adaptable
- First Aid/CPR
Certification
- AUCKLAND CHEF TRAINING SCHOOL LEVEL 3, CITY & GUILDS PASS WITH EXCELLENCE
- UNIT STANDARDS 167 & 168, COOKERY LEVEL 4
Languages
English
First Language
Italian
Elementary (A2)
A2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
KI MAHA RESTAURANT
02.2025 - Current
APPRENTICE PLUMBER
BASSETT PLUMBING & DRAINAGE
05.2023 - 02.2025
APPRENTICE PLUMBER
PLUMBWORX
01.2021 - 05.2023
CHEF DE PARTIE
HIPGROUP (STORE ON BRITOMART/AMAANO/ORTOLANA)
12.2018 - 05.2020
CHEF DE PARTIE
RYDGES HOTEL
06.2016 - 12.2018
COMMIS CHEF/CHEF DE PARTIE
GOODE BROTHERS
02.2010 - 05.2016
AUCKLAND CHEF TRAINING SCHOOL LEVEL 3 - COOKERY LEVEL 4
AUCKLAND CHEF TRAINING SCHOOL