Oliver Rogers
Burley ,Hampshire
Summary
Dedicated culinary professional with a strong passion for cooking and expertise in cold food preparation. Demonstrates leadership potential and composure during rush hours, maintaining calm under pressure while ensuring sanitation management and equipment cleaning. Possesses a keen awareness of food trends and a strong work ethic, aiming to excel in the culinary field by leveraging these skills to enhance kitchen operations.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Chef de partie
The White Buck
Burley
2024.12 - 2025.01
- Maintained inventory control without compromising on food quality or taste.
- Demonstrated versatility by preparing both hot and cold meals as required.
- Prepared sauces, stocks and soups whilst following traditional recipes.
- Maintained clean and tidy food preparation areas.
- Prepared, produced and packed food in tight timescales.
- Checked freezers and refrigerators to verify correct storage and temperatures.
- Managed food usage by First-In, First-Out (FIFO) rules, avoiding unnecessary waste.
- Removed expired food from kitchen areas, composting waste and recycling packaging.
Commis chef
The White Buck
Burley, Hampshire
2023.06 - 2024.08
- Assisted in menu planning for seasonal dishes.
- Participated in daily inventory checks to avoid ingredient shortages.
- Enforced health and safety guidelines amongst the team, promoting a safe working environment.
- Managed waste efficiently to minimise restaurant costs.
- Developed new garnishing methods to improve plate aesthetics.
- Maintained high hygiene standards throughout kitchen operations.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Sport Science
Brockenhurst College
Brockenhurst 2022.09 - 2024.05
Bachelor of Business Administration - Sport Management and marketing
University of Northwestern Ohio
Lima 2024.09 - 2028.05
Skills
- Passion for cooking
- Cold food preparation
- Food trend awareness
- Leadership potential
- Composure during rush hours
- Calm under pressure
- Equipment cleaning
- Strong work ethic
- Sanitation management
Timeline
Chef de partie
The White Buck
2024.12 - 2025.01
Bachelor of Business Administration - Sport Management and marketing
University of Northwestern Ohio
2024.09 - 2028.05
Commis chef
The White Buck
2023.06 - 2024.08
Diploma of Higher Education - Sport Science
Brockenhurst College
2022.09 - 2024.05