Matthew Prince-Taylor
Wellington
Summary
Born & Raised in Island Bay, Wellington. I went to a Montessori pre-school and primary school, WHS for High School and Graduated EIT with a Cert. in Agriculture. My biggest passion in life would be animals, of all kinds but especially birds. I could list off my favourite breed of just about every class of livestock. I’ve always had a real drive to work with animals and have them in my life. I’ve also had an ambition since young, to be self-sufficient. This meant learning to farm the land, cook the food and build and maintain the house and infrastructure. I’m well on my way to achieving that, with a lot of the necessary skills under my belt I’m now looking to really refine them and become a valuable partner for my Employer, Customer, Community, Family and Friends.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Carpenter
Kept In
01.2020 - Current
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Specialized in specific carpentry tasks such as framing, finish work, or restoration projects to provide clients with tailored services and high-quality results.
- Measured materials to determine sizes and quantity required for construction project.
Chef De Partie
Sixes & Sevens, Taranaki St
01.2013 - 06.2019
- Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.
Jr. Shepherd
Farm-A-Bull
01.2012 - 11.2012
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities related to sheep and cattle management techniques, technology advancements, or relevant industry trends.
- Promoted sustainable agricultural practices within the grazing lands by balancing flock sizes with available resources and minimizing environmental impact.
- Collaborated with senior shepherds to implement best practices in animal husbandry techniques and farm management practices.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Carpentry
BCITO
Lower Hutt, NZ03-2025
Associate of Science - Agriculture
Eastern Institute of Technology
Napier City, NZ11-2011
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Power tools proficiency
- Stockmanship
- ATV Competent
- Sense of Humour (you be the judge)
Certification
Certificate in Carpentry from BCITO
Certificate in Agriculture & Horticulture Science from EIT
Becoming Head Chef from School of Hard Knocks
Timeline
Carpenter
Kept In
01.2020 - Current
Chef De Partie
Sixes & Sevens, Taranaki St
01.2013 - 06.2019
Jr. Shepherd
Farm-A-Bull
01.2012 - 11.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Carpentry
BCITO
Associate of Science - Agriculture
Eastern Institute of Technology
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