Maciej Zurek
Dublin
Summary
Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef De Partie
Green kitchen
Dublin
03.2023 - Current
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Organized the daily mise en place in order to prepare meals efficiently.
- Managed food usage with proper stock rotation to prevent spoilage.
- Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
- Safely operated kitchen equipment, including industrial-size mixers and knife sharpening tools.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
Sous Chef
Lenehans Bar & Grill
06.2020 - 11.2022
- Prepares and cooks foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions.
- Handling of the fully implemented HACCP guidelines, as well as general health and safety in the workplace.
- General food preparation work.
- Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Performed weekly inspections of all equipment for safety compliance.
- Supervised cooks and other kitchen personnel during meal services.
Sous Chef
Bad Bob's Temple Bar
06.2018 - 06.2020
- Continually train and develop the staff to improve food quality, enhance presentations, and improve productivity
- Manages work procedures and expedites workflow
- Work closely with Chef Team on menu development
- Assists in determining how food should be presented and creates decorative food displays
- Assists in developing daily and seasonal menu items
- General food preparation work
- Develops, designs, or creates new menus and recipes based on standards
- Manage the opening and closing of the kitchen
- Manage wastage through correct portion control and records
Junior Sous Chef
Whitefriar Grill
08.2015 - 06.2018
- Assist in the development of a safe and clean working environment
- Performs all duties of kitchen managers and employees as necessary
- Strives to improve service performance
- General food preparation work
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
- Established and maintained regular maintenance schedule, keeping kitchen tools and equipment in operable condition.
Chef de partie
Pure Foods
Blackrock
06.2014 - 08.2015
- Handling of the fully implemented HACCP guidelines as well as general health & safety in the workplace
- Managing the Pastry Team
- Sets up/Breaks down work station
- Assists others in closing the kitchen
Chef de partie
David Lloyd Catering
01.2012 - 06.2014
- General food preparation work
- Perform all tasks as directed by the Manager in pursuit of the achievement of business goals
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Managed food usage with proper stock rotation to prevent spoilage.
Commis Chef
Brambles Restaurant
02.2008 - 01.2012
- Assisting the Head Chef to ensure that food standards are maintained according to established recipes and standards
- General food preparation work
- Manage and maintain a clean working environment
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, utensils, and equipment used for cooking.
- Followed proper plate presentation techniques when serving dishes.
Skills
- Portion and cost control
- Kitchen equipment and tools
- Food preparation techniques
- Attention to detail
- Cleaning and sanitizing methods
- Team player
- Sanitation guidelines and regulations
- Cooking meals to order
Languages
Polish
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Chef De Partie
Green kitchen
03.2023 - Current
Sous Chef
Lenehans Bar & Grill
06.2020 - 11.2022
Sous Chef
Bad Bob's Temple Bar
06.2018 - 06.2020
Junior Sous Chef
Whitefriar Grill
08.2015 - 06.2018
Chef de partie
Pure Foods
06.2014 - 08.2015
Chef de partie
David Lloyd Catering
01.2012 - 06.2014
Commis Chef
Brambles Restaurant
02.2008 - 01.2012
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