Employment History
Head Chef July 2011 – June 2024 Leigh Arms, Little Leigh
• Full responsibility for daily food preparation and kitchen operations
• Developed seasonal and daily menus catering to a broad customer base
• Maintained exemplary standards of Food Hygiene
• Health and Safety
• Stock control and supplier relationships to minimise waste and cost
• Trained, supervised and mentored junior chefs and kitchen staff
• Played a key role in maintaining the venue’s strong reputation for quality and consistency
• Collaborated closely with front-of-house to ensure smooth service flow and customer satisfaction
• Head of all kitchen operations
• Designed menus and implemented new dishes that increased revenue
• Managed kitchen staff performance, rotas and training
Second Chef February 2009 – July 2011 Fishpool Inn, Delamere, Cheshire
• Assisted with food preparation and service during peak hours
• Stepped into Head Chef role when required
• Contributed to menu planning and daily specials
Restaurant Manager/Chef – June 2002 – January 2009 Netherton Hall Ltd, Frodsham and Bridge Trafford
• Handled all general management duties including shift leadership, stock control and cash handling
• Recruited, trained and supervised staff across front and back of house
• Ensured seamless operation of both bar and kitchen during peak service
• Delivered hands-on cover in the kitchen during staff shortages, holidays or high turnover periods
• Organised promotional events and liaised with suppliers for value-driven procurement
• Streamlined food and beverage ordering systems and implemented waste-reduction measures
• Helped increase customer retention through consistent service and food quality
Head Chef October 1999 – August 2000 Station Pub, Morecambe, Lancashire
• Managed kitchen operations including food prep, ordering, and staffing
• Recruited and trained kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to company standards
• Supported general management duties and collaborated with bar and floor teams
• Oversaw change management and implemented a new cheffing system
Previous employment history –
Regional Field Manager for Scottish and Newcastle (1992 –1999) at various UK wide locations. Oversaw the successful operations of start up pubs, large scale recruitment drives and ensured high standards of customer service and compliance were adhered to. This role required irregular shifts, regular travel and covered all aspects of pub, restaurant and chef work.
• Managed all areas of pub operations including staff training, cash handling, and stock control
• Delivered food and beverage service, occasionally covering chef and bar duties
• Ensured high standards of customer service and regulatory compliance

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