HARRY SEILES

• Managed daily operation of BBQ pits and ensured award-winning quality across high volumes of meats and sides for major events.

• Led kitchen setup and breakdown, establishing organized, health-compliant workspaces across multiple festival sites.

• Oversaw inventory and coordinated with delivery companies to maintain seamless kitchen functionality under high demand.

• Engaged customers directly, sharing product knowledge and promoting award-winning BBQ selections.

• Played a key role in a multi-award-winning team, contributing to brand recognition through quality service and product excellence.

• Managed inventory and placed orders, ensuring optimal supply levels for food, beverages, and kitchen supplies.
• Implemented and maintained health and safety regulations, completing all relevant paperwork and adhering to cleaning schedules.
• Trained and guided new team members and trainees, fostering a supportive and knowledgeable team environment.
• Collaborated with senior staff and marketing departments for menu development, event planning, and creating engaging social media content.

• Directed kitchen operations, led a team of 4-6 in the head chef’s absence, and coordinated with other departments to ensure high customer service levels.
• Conducted efficient stock taking and ordering, adhering to company budgets and implementing cost control measures.
• Maintained the highest food preparation and presentation standards by conducting frequent ingredient and produce quality checks.
• Held regular managerial briefings with the head chef and site directors to discuss operational strategies and improvements.

• Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal food production efficiency.
• Worked closely with research and development teams to successfully scale-up newly developed products from pilot trials to full-scale production runs.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop new product offerings and expand market reach.
• Organized routine audits designed to assess system performance indicators so that any potential weaknesses could be promptly addressed and corrected.