Tracey McCreadie
Turangi,TKI
Summary
Versatile Chef with vast experience preparing dishes to impress diners. Trains and develops chefs to company standards. Anticipates ingredient needs and arranges re-stock to facilitate productive kitchen flow and uphold business standards. Motivated Chef dedicated to sourcing high-quality ingredients from local sources to drive farm-to-table menus. Proactive and adaptable team leader passionate about sustainable cuisine. Talented at creating exciting and innovative menus based on in-season ingredients. Hardworking Chef with skills in food preparation, cleaning and supply management. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Reliable, hardworking and driven to provide guests with top-quality food.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef Assistant
CIVEO
Mundjunda, Perth
01.2023 - Current
- Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to FIFO principles.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
- Restocked cupboards, refrigerators and service stations with new food items or supplies.
- Stocked cupboards and refrigerators and tended salad bars and buffet meals.
- Cleaned and sanitized food preparation areas, complying with hygiene codes and health and safety standards.
- Rotated stock on shelves to maintain product freshness.
- Supported chefs in managing food preparation to achieve precise plating and presentation.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas throughout shift.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
Motel Manager/Owner/Operator Manager
M
Kaikohe, Kaikohe
08.2017 - 08.2021
- Supervised staff, including hiring, training and scheduling of employees.
- Managed accounts receivable functions such as invoicing customers and collecting payments due.
- Maintained relationships with local businesses to promote cooperative advertising opportunities.
- Advised housekeeping staff of rooms vacated and ready for cleaning.
- Managed budget and expenditures, supplies and renovations and drove operations to meet sales and profit margins.
- Responded to and resolved guest issues or complaints.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Pastry Chef
Toast Food Ltd
Sydney CBD, Australia
09.2010 - 10.2012
- Assisted in menu planning for all pastry items.
- Rolled and kneaded dough in preparation for cutting and shaping.
- Monitored food quality and safety standards in the kitchen.
- Maintained a clean working environment by adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Measured, mixed and prepped raw materials according to company specifications and recipes.
- Inspected finished goods before packaging them up for sale or delivery.
- Supervised preparation and presentation of desserts for catered events.
- Collaborated with other chefs in developing new recipes for pastries and desserts.
- Finished baked goods with glazes, icings and other toppings.
- Measured and weighed ingredients to prepare dough for recipes.
New Zealand Army Chef
NZDF
Waiouru, Waiouru
09.1994 - 12.2005
- Planned menus, ordered supplies and managed kitchen staff.
- 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.
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
- Trained new chefs on proper cooking techniques and menu items.
- Kept up to date with current culinary trends, as well as health and safety regulations.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Reviewed operational records to determine amount of food used in order to maintain appropriate inventory levels.
- Supervised team members during meal service to ensure accuracy of orders.
- Adhered to budget guidelines when purchasing ingredients and equipment.
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.
Domestic Cleaner
NZDF
Waiouru, Waiouru
02.1993 - 09.1994
- Swept, vacuumed and mopped floors in residential homes.
- Dusted furniture, blinds and other surfaces.
- Cleaned bathrooms including toilets, sinks, showers and bathtubs.
- Washed windows inside and outside of the home.
- Disinfected countertops and appliances such as microwaves and refrigerators.
- Emptied wastebaskets throughout the home.
- Changed bed linens when requested by clients.
- Organized closets and cabinets to client specifications.
- Polished furniture using appropriate cleaning products.
- Removed cobwebs from walls and ceilings.
Hospital Cleaner
Palmerston North Hospital
Palmerston North, Palmerston NOrth
12.1990 - 02.1992
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms, restrooms, hallways, elevators, stairwells, and other areas within the hospital.
- Swept and mopped floors to ensure a clean environment for patients and visitors.
- Vacuumed carpets in all public areas of the hospital.
- Disinfected surfaces such as countertops, sinks, toilets, showers and bathtubs.
- Washed windows to maintain visibility in public spaces.
- Stocked medical supplies in patient rooms and common areas.
- Removed trash from patient rooms and other parts of the facility on a regular basis.
- Replenished cleaning chemicals according to instructions provided by management team.
- Operated heavy-duty equipment such as floor scrubbers and buffers for deep cleaning tasks.
- Maintained records of daily cleaning activities for tracking purposes.
Checkout Operator
Woolworth Ltd
Takaroa, Palmerston North
05.1986 - 11.1990
- Greeted customers in a friendly and courteous manner.
- Processed cash, credit, debit, and check payments accurately and efficiently.
- Operated point-of-sale terminals to record customer purchases.
- Provided assistance to customers with product selection queries.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area and ensured it was well stocked at all times.
- Balanced tills daily to ensure accuracy of transactions.
- Organized receipts into neat piles for easy retrieval by customers or management.
- Verified the age of customers when selling alcohol or tobacco products.
- Adhered to safety guidelines while operating cash registers and other equipment.
- Assisted in the unloading and stocking of inventory items as needed.
- Ensured that all promotional materials were properly displayed at checkout counters.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Freybery High School
Palmerston North, NZSkills
- Quality Assurance
- Menu Supervision
- Recipe Development
- Production Line Management
Affiliations
- Time Management has always been my strongest point surrounding my sports career, Military and chef career.
- My family have always come first while I have achieved my goals.
Languages
Maori
Elementary
Accomplishments
- I have represented Manawatu Netball, New Zealand Army Netabll, NZDF Netball, Campbelltown NSW 40's Netball, Manawatu Basketball, Manawatu Softball.
Certification
- Food Safety NZQA
- Food Contamination NZQA
- Kiwi host
- City & Guilds Food Preparation and Cooking
- City & Guilds Culinary Arts
- City & Guilds Catering Industry
- RSA Australia
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Chef Assistant
CIVEO
01.2023 - Current
Motel Manager/Owner/Operator Manager
M
08.2017 - 08.2021
Pastry Chef
Toast Food Ltd
09.2010 - 10.2012
New Zealand Army Chef
NZDF
09.1994 - 12.2005
Domestic Cleaner
NZDF
02.1993 - 09.1994
Hospital Cleaner
Palmerston North Hospital
12.1990 - 02.1992
Checkout Operator
Woolworth Ltd
05.1986 - 11.1990
Some College (No Degree) -
Freybery High School
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