Ryan Thomson
Napier City,HKB
Summary
Dynamic chef with a proven track record, excelling in food safety compliance and inventory management. Recognized for meticulous plate presentation and effective team collaboration, ensuring high-quality dishes and timely service. Committed to maintaining sanitation practices and enhancing customer satisfaction through attention to detail.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
chef
Milk and Honey
, Napier
04.2024 - 10.2024
- Prepared a variety of dishes following standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and organized workspace.
- Monitored cooking times to ensure food safety and proper preparation temperatures.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ensure timely service for customers.
- Maintained compliance with health regulations and sanitation standards during food prep.
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
- Exercised portion control for items served, eliminating waste.
Grill Chef
Hog's Breath Cafe
, Napier
05.2010 - 08.2011
- Managed inventory of ingredients, ensuring freshness and availability for menu items.
- Communicated effectively with front-of-house staff regarding food orders and timing.
- Prepared and cooked a variety of grilled dishes to high standards.
- Ensured that all orders were filled correctly in a timely manner with attention to detail given to presentation of each plate before serving customers.
- Stocked ingredients from delivery area to storage or work areas utilizing correct procedures for storing perishables properly.
- Cleaned work areas, equipment surfaces and utensils after every use using approved cleaning agents according to safety guidelines.
Education
Pukekohe High School
Pukekohe, NZ07-1994
Skills
- Food safety compliance
- Inventory management
- Plate presentation
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Sanitation practices
- Attention to detail
- Quality assurance
Affiliations
- Solo dad raised son over last 16 years, Artist and Photographer, worked as a bartender and in bar management and as a Dj.
Accomplishments
- 9 years sober.
Certification
- lcq, 167
Timeline
chef
Milk and Honey
04.2024 - 10.2024
Grill Chef
Hog's Breath Cafe
05.2010 - 08.2011
Pukekohe High School
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