Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Roles And Responsibilities
References
Hobbies and Interests
Languages
Timeline
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Lavardo Tomlinson

Savanna La Mar P.O,Westmoreland

Summary

With over twelve years of experience in the culinary field, my commitment and zeal have been directed towards creating superior, imaginative, and pioneering dishes for the working world in my role as a professional chef. As a driven professional, I have dedicated many years to crafting exquisite meals for patrons. I am adept at adhering to proper food handling protocols and ensuring the optimal temperature of food items. As a creative and artistic professional, I am devoted to enhancing the synergy within the kitchen team through improved collaboration, innovative recipes, and advanced cooking techniques.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Supervisor

Riu Palace Hotel & Resort
Negril, Jamaica
01.2019 - Current
  • Proficient in various culinary techniques including range cooking, sushi making, and creative food presentations.

Head Chef

Kibo Hotel
Savanna La Mar, Jamaica
01.2014 - 01.2019
  • Developed menus and recipes for a variety of dishes, including appetizers, entrees, desserts, and specialty items.
  • Organized kitchen staff to ensure efficient operations during peak service hours.

Range Cook, Pastry Cook, Pantry Cook, Hibachi Chef/ Sushi Chef

Breezes Grand Resort and Spa
Negril, Jamaica
01.2011 - 01.2014
  • Mastered various methods of cooking such as baking, roasting, braising and sautéing.
  • Strictly followed HACCP guidelines related to safe food handling procedures.
  • Operated grills, fryers, ovens, broilers, steamers and other kitchen equipment.
  • Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
  • Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.

Education

Vocational Certification - Foods And Nutrition (Culinary)

Culloden Heart Trust N.T.A
12.2011

High School Diploma -

Grange Hill High School
12.2010

Skills

  • Highly creative and skilled in fruit carvings, ice sculptures, knowledgeable in fine dining operations, and proficient with kitchen equipment and techniques Capable of working under pressure for extended hours Well-versed in food preparation and sanitation guidelines
  • Expertise in pastry, sushi, and hibachi
  • Food Plating
  • Strong butchery skills
  • Culinary Art
  • Knife Skills
  • Event Catering
  • Menu Planning
  • Cutting and slicing techniques
  • Sous Chef

Accomplishments

Conducting weekly cooking classes and overseeing à la carte restaurants or the main buffet line.

Roles And Responsibilities

Supervise a large team in a busy kitchen. Placing goods orders and assisting with store room inventory. Manage food preparation processes. Manage all team tasks. Allocated duties and meal orders. Coordinated with front of house staff. Check garnishes and meal presentation. Checked and maintained stock levels. Helped manage all staff rosters.

References

  • Mrs. Audrey Tomlinson, Chef, Rui Palace Hotel Resort, (876)4522987
  • Mr. Edgar Galan, Executive Chef, Rui Palace Hotel Resort, 957-5700
  • Mrs. Cavell Palmer, Hotel Manager, Kibo Hotel, 955-2938

Hobbies and Interests

  • Traveling the world and presenting amazing food
  • Japanese cookery techniques
  • Experiencing different culture cuisine
  • Spending time on the beach or playing football

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Supervisor

Riu Palace Hotel & Resort
01.2019 - Current

Head Chef

Kibo Hotel
01.2014 - 01.2019

Range Cook, Pastry Cook, Pantry Cook, Hibachi Chef/ Sushi Chef

Breezes Grand Resort and Spa
01.2011 - 01.2014

Vocational Certification - Foods And Nutrition (Culinary)

Culloden Heart Trust N.T.A

High School Diploma -

Grange Hill High School
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