Saint Vicencio
AUCKLAND
Summary
I am hardworking and I am willing to learn new skills and I would also like a practical hands on job where I am on the move all day.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
The Wine Room
Auckland CBD
03.2025 - Current
- Supervised kitchen staff, enhancing food preparation and presentation quality.
- Supervised kitchen staff, enhancing food preparation and presentation quality.
- Demonstrated proficiency in all kitchen sections, including prep, line, and plating.
- Coordinated staff schedules and inventory orders to streamline daily operations.
- Coordinated staff schedules and inventory orders to streamline daily operations.
- Food cost.
Sous Chef
Ki Maha
Waiheke
11.2024 - 03.2026
- I am in charge of the grill, pans and pass. In charge of filleting the fish and butchering the meat.
- Assisted with interviewing, hiring and training kitchen personnel.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Analyzed recipes to determine menu prices based on cost of food, labor and overhead.
- Trained and mentored junior kitchen staff on culinary techniques and best practices.
- Assisted in menu development, incorporating seasonal ingredients and local flavors.
Sous Chef
Sails Restaurant
Auckland
11.2022 - 11.2025
- Oversaw pass and pans section to ensure timely service and quality control.
- I prepare the meat, fish and seafood (Duck, Lamb, Steak, Pork Cheek, Crayfish, Prawns, Sashimi etc).
- Managed inventory ordering process to ensure stock availability.
- Prepared food items across all kitchen sections to support meal service.
- Assisted across multiple sections (pass, pans, deep fryer, larder, desserts) to support team operations.
Sous Chef
Palmer
Auckland
01.2022 - 06.2023
- I was in charge of every section (Grill, Pass, Larder)
- I made bread and desserts daily.
- I was in charge of cutting meat and fish.
Chef de Partie
Bucks Bistro
Auckland
02.2021 - 04.2022
- I am in charge of the Larder, Deep fry, Pizza and Breakfast section and Pans.
- I am in charge of the stock levels.
- I manage and train Commis Chefs.
Commis Chef - Chef de Partie
Goode Brothers
Auckland
01.2020 - 01.2021
- I got promoted as Chef de Partie.
- I was in charge of the Pizza, Salad, Pasta and Dessert section.
- Stocktaking.
Commis Grill Chef
Genghis Khan
Auckland
01.2019 - 01.2020
- I clean the grill and the vents, prepare the desserts, bring the stock in before the restaurant opens.
- Managing the Grill Staff and assigning them to specific roles.
- I am the main cook.
Commis Chef and FOH
Cinnamon Cafe
Auckland
08.2018 - 09.2019
- Assisted Head Chef in preparing ingredients for customer orders, ensuring timely and efficient service.
- Maintained cleanliness of dishes to ensure safe food service.
- Took and delivered customer orders efficiently.
- Ensured cleanliness and order in kitchen and cafe for smooth operations.
Education
Diploma - Patisserie
NZMA
Auckland, New ZealandDiploma - Culinary Arts
Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, New ZealandCertificate - Hospitality
Manukau Institute of Technology Trades Academy
Auckland, New ZealandHigh School Diploma -
Macleans College
Auckland, New ZealandSkills
- Culinary fundamentals
- Patisserie fundamentals
- Knife skills
- Menu development
- Food costing
- Staff training
- Team leadership
- Kitchen management
- Front of house
- Barista work
- Customer service skills
- Microsoft office skills
- First Aid
Accomplishments
- Food Safety Certificate, 01/01/22, I have renewed my Food Safety Certificate at New Zealand School of Food and Wine.
- Customer Service Certificate, 01/01/18, I have achieved a Customer Service Certificate while at Macleans College.
- First Aid Certificate, 01/01/18, I have achieved a First Aid Certificate while at Macleans College.
- Food Safety Certificate, 01/01/18, I have achieved a Food Safety Certificate while at Manukau Institute Of Technology Trades Academy.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sous Chef
The Wine Room
03.2025 - Current
Sous Chef
Ki Maha
11.2024 - 03.2026
Sous Chef
Sails Restaurant
11.2022 - 11.2025
Sous Chef
Palmer
01.2022 - 06.2023
Chef de Partie
Bucks Bistro
02.2021 - 04.2022
Commis Chef - Chef de Partie
Goode Brothers
01.2020 - 01.2021
Commis Grill Chef
Genghis Khan
01.2019 - 01.2020
Commis Chef and FOH
Cinnamon Cafe
08.2018 - 09.2019
Diploma - Patisserie
NZMA
Diploma - Culinary Arts
Auckland University of Technology
Certificate - Hospitality
Manukau Institute of Technology Trades Academy
High School Diploma -
Macleans College