Sapphire Thomas
Tauranga,Tauranga
Summary
Experienced and passionate Chef with a strong background in food preparation, cooking, and cleaning. Collaborative and supportive team player, adept at assisting the Head Chef with various responsibilities. Friendly and independent, possesses a quick learning ability that allows for efficient tackling of new tasks. Has a keen eye for detail and a commitment to meeting deadlines, consistently delivering high-quality food presentations.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef De Partie
The Good Local
01.2023 - Current
- Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
- Contributed to a positive kitchen atmosphere through effective communication and collaboration with team members.
- Complied with portion and serving sizes as per restaurant standards.
- Prepared items for roasting, sautéing, frying, and baking.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization, ensuring a safe and efficient workspace.
- Ensured consistent dish quality by closely adhering to recipe guidelines and presentation standards.
- Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.
- Improved customer satisfaction by attentively addressing dietary restrictions and special requests.
- Managed inventory efficiently, rotating stock to ensure freshness while minimizing spoilage or waste.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep work and implementing time-saving techniques.
- Sanitized all counters properly to prevent food-borne illness.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Ensured compliance with food safety regulations by maintaining proper storage protocols for perishable items and promptly addressing any potential hazards.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
Chef
Brewtopia Ltd
08.2020 - 12.2022
Kitchen Hand/ Chef
Chester Hospitality
04.2019 - 08.2020
Kitchen Hand
Herefords Kitchen
12.2018 - 04.2019
Assistant Manager
Ruapehu Tyres Ltd
10.2015 - 09.2018
Chef Assistant
Italian Café
01.2012 - 01.2015
Cook Cashier
Captain Kune Takeaways
09.2012 - 01.2014
Cook's Assistant
Utopia Café
01.2012 - 01.2014
Cleaner
Ruapehu Chalet Rentals
07.2008 - 12.2008
Cook Cashier
Dew Drop Inn
01.2006 - 01.2009
Team Cook
Kapene Shearing (seasonal)
01.2005
Cook Cashier
Stutz Café (winter)
01.2002
Burnside Shearing
01.2002
Taberna Shearing (seasonal)
01.2002
Wool Technician
Edmonds Shearing
01.2002
Wool Technician
Macintosh shearing
01.2001
Cook Cashier
McDonalds Restaurant
01.2001
Education
Diploma - Culinary Arts
07.2021
Skills
- Cleaning and organization
- Food Preparation
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Cooking techniques
- Hospitality and service industry background
- Sanitation Practices
- Contamination prevention
- Portion Control
References
Hamish Crawford
Good Local Head Chef
+6421933171
Hobbies and Interests
I'm a homebody who likes to DIY. I like to be creative, artistic and enjoy cooking, love the bush and enjoy getting out there when I can to absorb nature, hunt and gather wild foods.
Timeline
Chef De Partie - The Good Local
01.2023 - Current
Chef - Brewtopia Ltd
08.2020 - 12.2022
Kitchen Hand/ Chef - Chester Hospitality
04.2019 - 08.2020
Kitchen Hand - Herefords Kitchen
12.2018 - 04.2019
Assistant Manager - Ruapehu Tyres Ltd
10.2015 - 09.2018
Cook Cashier - Captain Kune Takeaways
09.2012 - 01.2014
Chef Assistant - Italian Café
01.2012 - 01.2015
Cook's Assistant - Utopia Café
01.2012 - 01.2014
Cleaner - Ruapehu Chalet Rentals
07.2008 - 12.2008
Cook Cashier - Dew Drop Inn
01.2006 - 01.2009
Team Cook - Kapene Shearing (seasonal)
01.2005
Cook Cashier - Stutz Café (winter)
01.2002
- Burnside Shearing
01.2002
- Taberna Shearing (seasonal)
01.2002
Wool Technician - Edmonds Shearing
01.2002
Wool Technician - Macintosh shearing
01.2001
Cook Cashier - McDonalds Restaurant
01.2001
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology - Diploma, Culinary Arts
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