Nichole Flewitt

PROFESSIONAL OBJECTIVE: As a dedicated professional with a background in culinary arts, small business owner, I am eager to transition into a new career with the help of your company My experience in outdoor work has honed my strong work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to safety, I would be a solid asset in this role as my energy and respectful workplace attitude would contribute greatly to becoming a valuable member of the team. I am excited to apply to the maintenance and enhancement of urban green spaces. I am enthusiastic about embracing this new opportunity to contribute to the well being of our city and its residents while further developing my skills in this rewarding field. QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY Proven professional with 20 years experience in a landscaping environment with a commitment to safety. Effective leadership skills developed through overseeing a team of individuals as a head chef in an isolation camp. Hands on experience in maintenance and construction in the landscaping industry for two seasons with a keen understanding of outdoor space management. Enthusiastic career changer with a passion for contributing to the preservation and enhancement of urban green spaces and a commitment to personal and professional growth in this new field. Operation of a Sole Proprietor business over 20 years ADDITIONAL SKILLS Ability to understand and carry out basic requirements Well organized approach with an ability to multitask Demonstrated ability to read and follow instructions Good interpersonal and communication skills I have experience in all areas of the culinary field I like a challenging workload as well as maintain a safe environment for myself and other staff. Very active and live a healthy lifestyle. ACCOMPLISHMENTS/SKILLS 22 year owner/operator of a successful commercial kitchen and business Working with advisement committees for large scale (150 children) fun lunch caterings. Volunteer with soup sisters to guide a group of volunteers in the making of soup. Exemplary knowledge of the food guide along with interesting, healthy menus. Ability to understand and carry out basic sanitation requirements. Proponent of slow cook food movement through teaching us that cooking is affordable with basic techniques, Well organized approach with an ability to multitask and handle high stress environments. Demonstrated ability to read and follow instructions. Good interpersonal, communication skills. Proven expertise in shopping with regards to location, budgetary demands, and seasonal/dietary/organic specific requests. Personal Chef with [Number] years of experience cooking in commercial and residential kitchens. Delivers deep passion for food, large repertoire of ethnic and classic dishes and self-motivation to learn new recipes. Creates menus built around client preferences to cultivate satisfaction and drive referrals. Forward-thinking professional offering more than [Number] years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Excellent and proven [Type] skills. Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Experienced with [Type] cuisine, sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles. Conversational [Language] skills. Exceptional [Job Title] brings top-notch cooking, kitchen management and organizational skills. Maintains flawless condition and consistently meets or exceeds meal expectations. Versed in financial and administrative side of high-budget kitchens with frequent events. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.