Gary Spencer
Calgary
Summary
Dynamic Chef with a expertise in menu development, staff training, food safety regulations and cost control. Fully qualified and with 14 years culinary experience serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Passionate for creating a healthy work environment and a strong team spirit.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
Nomad Handschuheim
09.2023 - 07.2024
- Designing, costing & implementation of seasonal menu's for breakfast & lunch.
- Sourcing of environmentally friendly ingredients from local suppliers.
- Monthly budgeting for labour & food costs.
- Design & implementation of food safety training & paperwork.
- Training of new employees for 3 business locations.
- Running an efficient service, with focus on consistency, communication & presentation.
Chef
Nomad Handschuheim
02.2022 - 08.2023
- Planning & execution of catering events.
- Ensuring all sections of the kitchen are cleaned to a high standard.
- Recording temperature checks for fridges, freezers and food deliveries.
- Implementing and overseeing strict health & safety practices.
- Preparing a variety of vegan & vegetarian, local & international dishes, along with cakes, pastries & sweets.
Head Chef
1876 Bar & Restaurant
02.2020 - 08.2021
- Menu design and costing, calculating product yields, using
seasonal ingredients to maximize profits. - Creating a food allergen book for our menu's.
- Training new employees on HACCP, knife skills, food
preparation techniques and kitchen conduct. - Delegating daily tasks to a team of five people, organizing the work flow for smooth and efficient service.
Sous Chef
1876 Bar & Restaurant
02.2019 - 01.2020
- Managing food preparation & service in a high-volume high-pressure environment.
- Processing of food orders & deliveries
- Quality control of food preparation, cooking & plating of our lunch & dinner menu's.
Chef
Heart of Joy
09.2018 - 02.2019
- Preparation & production of a variety of vegan & vegetarian dishes for breakfast & lunch.
- Solely responsible for service in high-volume restaurant.
- Strict quality control of fresh, locally sourced produce.
Sous Chef
Escobar
07.2018 - 09.2018
- Production and preparation of Austrian and Tex-Mex food.
- Re-training team of five to raise standards in the kitchen.
Head Chef
1876 Bar & Restaurant
05.2016 - 03.2018
- Interviewing, hiring & onboarding of new employees.
- Design & implementation of kitchen hygiene paperwork.
- Menu design, costing & implementation.
Chef
1876 Bar & Restaurant
04.2015 - 05.2016
- Preparation of New Zealand dishes for lunch & dinner service.
- Ensuring all food is rotated & labeled corectly.
Chef
Monty's Bar & Restaurant
11.2014 - 03.2015
- Oversaw grill, stove, oven, & fryers, ensured everything was clean and up to standards.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Education
Diploma - SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management
VETASSESS Online
East Melbourne, Victoria04.2024
Diploma - NVQ Level 2 in Hospitality And Catering Principles
City & Guilds
London, England07.2011
Diploma - NVQ Level 2 in Multiskilled Hospitality Services
City & Guilds
London, England07.2011
Skills
- Food Safety Regulations
- Cost Control and Budgeting
- Kitchen Operations
- Staff Recruiting and Hiring
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Workflow Optimization
- Team Management
- Recipes and menu planning
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
German
Limited Working
Timeline
Head Chef
Nomad Handschuheim
09.2023 - 07.2024
Chef
Nomad Handschuheim
02.2022 - 08.2023
Head Chef
1876 Bar & Restaurant
02.2020 - 08.2021
Sous Chef
1876 Bar & Restaurant
02.2019 - 01.2020
Chef
Heart of Joy
09.2018 - 02.2019
Sous Chef
Escobar
07.2018 - 09.2018
Head Chef
1876 Bar & Restaurant
05.2016 - 03.2018
Chef
1876 Bar & Restaurant
04.2015 - 05.2016
Chef
Monty's Bar & Restaurant
11.2014 - 03.2015
Diploma - SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management
VETASSESS Online
Diploma - NVQ Level 2 in Hospitality And Catering Principles
City & Guilds
Diploma - NVQ Level 2 in Multiskilled Hospitality Services
City & Guilds
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