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Thomas Leybourne

Auckland

Summary

Developed culinary skills in fast-paced kitchen environment. Upbeat and positive. Knowledge of culinary techniques and food safety standards, paired with ability to execute precise knife skills and ingredient preparation Eager Commis Chef interested in learning and ready to tackle any kitchen task. Emerging professional with drive to work hard and be successful. Looking for new job opportunity with fine dining restaurant in london.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Commis Chef

Paris Butter
11.2023 - 12.2024
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
  • Contributed to a well-organized and efficient kitchen by maintaining clean workstations and following sanitation guidelines.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Signed for deliveries, checked items into inventory and stocked goods into proper locations.
  • Played pivotal role in catering special events, ensuring high-quality food and service for up to 200 guests.
  • Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.

Commis Chef

Wynyard Grill
12.2022 - 10.2023
  • Enhanced culinary skills by assisting in the preparation of various dishes under the guidance of experienced chefs.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Rotated through all prep stations to learn different techniques.
  • Played pivotal role in catering special events, ensuring high-quality food and service for up to 200 guests.

Commis Chef

El Sizzling Chorizo
06.2021 - 12.2022
  • Enhanced culinary skills by assisting in the preparation of various dishes under the guidance of experienced chefs.
  • Contributed to a well-organized and efficient kitchen by maintaining clean workstations and following sanitation guidelines.
  • Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.

Education

Level 4 - Culinary

Nzma
Auckland
12.2023

Skills

  • Hygiene practices
  • Work under pressure
  • Food preparation
  • Mise en place
  • Meal preparation
  • Fish filleting
  • Inventory supervision
  • Inventory management

Timeline

Commis Chef

Paris Butter
11.2023 - 12.2024

Commis Chef

Wynyard Grill
12.2022 - 10.2023

Commis Chef

El Sizzling Chorizo
06.2021 - 12.2022

Level 4 - Culinary

Nzma
Thomas Leybourne