• Level 2 Food Safety (valid)
• Allergen Awareness (valid)
• Level 2 Award in HACCP Awareness (valid)
• Health & Safety (valid)
A disciplined, service-focused professional dedicated to refining classic and contemporary dishes with seasonal produce. Committed to continuous professional growth, strong teamwork, and maintaining exceptional culinary standards. Outside of the kitchen, I remain active through boxing, calisthenics, and fitness training, while pursuing an interest in learning new cuisines and exploring regional food traditions. Non-smoker, committed, and highly reliable.
• Leading kitchen sections and coordinating service at the pass
• Training and mentoring junior chefs in plating and HACCP compliance
• Menu planning, adaptation to seasonality, and cost awareness
• HACCP documentation, allergen control, and food safety audits
• Coordinating service in both fine-dining and high-volume settings
• Delivered plated service for senior officers at multiple British Army bases
• Served in senior positions at fine-dining Italian restaurants, catering to VIP guests and high-profile clients
• Recognised for leadership in culinary teams and consistency in quality under pressure
I bring over six years of diverse culinary experience across fine-dining Italian restaurants, Scottish gastro pubs, private dining, and large-scale catering on British Army bases. My expertise includes Neapolitan-style pizza, artisanal pastas, seafood preparation, seasonal menu design, refined plating, and HACCP compliance. I have trained and supervised junior chefs, maintained consistency under pressure, and delivered exceptional service for both VIP clients and high-volume operations. I am motivated, disciplined, and committed to delivering the highest culinary standards while contributing positively to the wider team and establishment.
