CURRICULUM VITAE

Peter Leonard 96 willow park,

Athlone, Co. Westmeath.

Tel.: 0852074768D.O.B: 16/10/1989

Email:Peter-l@live.ie

EDUCATIONAL DETAILSThird Level 2013 - 2015: Athlone Institute of Technology;

Dublin Road, Athlone, Co Westmeath

Secondary School 2002 - 2009: St,Brendans Community school, Birr, Co. Offaly

QUALIFICATIONS 2013 - 2015 Higher Certificate In Culinary Arts

Main Subjects: Classic and contemporary cooking, Pastry, presentation skills, knife skills, Global cuisine, Food production, HACCP, Nutrition, Food cost control, Menu planning, Computer design.

PERSONAL SUMMARY

I am a highly motivated and capable professional cook with a real passion for food. Having a ‘hands on’ approach to all areas of the kitchen and possessing excellent organizational skills and communication skills. I am a quick learner who can effortlessly fit into an existing established environment, and also encourage and help junior staff. I am a good fit, physical worker who is eager to learn as much as possible to forward a successful professional career.

WORK EXPERIENCE

January2016-presant Wineport Lodge, Glasson,Co. Westmeath

August 2015-November 2015 Fatted Calf Restaurant, Full time Athlone, Co.Westmeath

February 2014- September 2015 Spinners Restaurant, Full-time Birr,Co.Offaly

Current Position held: Senior Chef de Partie

Working in a busy and popular restaurant working with fresh produce daily. In this restaurant I am covering each section available from starters to mains, with dishes cooked to order,I am eager to progress to the next level, I learned to become familiar with a fast paced environment and have the ability to work under pressure and cook food to the highest standard possible.

Duties:

Cooking and preparing a variety of fresh produce daily. Ensuring that appropriate levels of hygiene and cleanliness are maintained in the

kitchen. Helping with the teaching of new staff. Washing, cutting and preparing food before it is cooked. Menu Planning and design Making sure good nutritional standards are maintained when preparing meals. Making sure that all food at point of delivery is of the highest quality. Responsible for high standards of food, hygiene, and heath and safety. Constantly checking the quality of the food being served to customers. In charge of stock control for the freezers, dry stores. Contacting suppliers and ordering vegetables, meats. Controlling stock rotation to ensure the kitchen and larder are always well

stocked.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Cooking competencies:

Comprehensive understanding of Food Hygiene Regulations. Experience of a pressurized busy work place. Detailed knowledge of seasoning and recipes. Fully conversant with various cooking methods like boiling, baking, roasting and

steaming.

Personal:

Maintaining personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job.

Able to work as part of a team. Relaxed personality with excellent communication skills. Eager to learn new recipes and cooking techniques.

KEY COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

CleanlinessFood preparationAttention to detailTarget drivenPunctual

OTHER INFORMATION

* Full Licence Driver.* Travelled Australia for 2 years* I am enthusiastic and intelligent and believe in using my potential to its full.

REFERENCES – Available upon Request