Hi, I’m
Magdalena Bochenek
Entrepeneur
Dublin
Summary
With over 4.5 years of experience as a healthy chef, i combine my passion for healthy and nutritious food with my strong set of sales and customer service skills. I am the owner and operator of Magdalena Bochenek Healthy Chef. I hold two certifications in the fields of cooking and nutrition: Certified Working Pastry Chef (CWPC) and Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS). These credentials enable me to create and present dishes that are not only tasty, but also beneficial for the health and well-being of my clients. I am also experienced with customer-focused retail sales, with a solid understanding of retail dynamics, marketing, and customer service. Offering 8 years of experience providing quality product recommendations and solutions to meet customer needs and exceed expectations.
Overview
20
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education
4
Certifications
3
Languages
Work History
Self Employed ServicesDublin, Ireland
Healthy Chef
2020.07 - Current (5 education.years_Label & 10 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Food preparation for health based cooking classes
- Each dish is prepared from start to finish
- During class, demonstration recipes to class participants ( 20 students per class)
- Understanding of nutritional benefits of foods and adopt recipes to manage different tastes and food intolerances
- Planned menus, ordered supplies and managed kitchen staff ( 4 to 6 people)
- Inspected kitchen equipment for cleanliness and functionality prior to use.
Maggie LynchDublin , Ireland
Commis Chef
2017.09 - 2020.07 (2 education.years_Label & 10 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Food preparation for catering ( 20/100 people per event), developing own creativity with presentation of food quality of product, bulk cooking, dealing with clients and also taking responsibility to oversee events off site to ensure happy clients
- Communicated effectively with staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions
- Supervised staff in the preparation of all dishes for catering events, ensuring accuracy and quality
- Assisted with setup of buffet tables or other dining areas prior to commencement of catered events
- Trained new hires in proper techniques and processes related to the preparation and service of food.
Self-employeed
Busy Bee
2015.08 - 2017.09 (2 education.years_Label & 1 education.month_Label)
Job overview
- Managed multiple tasks ( planning , organization , service) while ensuring accuracy and quality of work
- Provided excellent customer service throughout the duration of an event
- Communicated effectively with co-workers to ensure smooth operation during events.
Self-employeedKatowice Poland
DYI Shop Owner
2010.09 - 2012.03 (1 education.year_Label & 6 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Trained and managed shop staff, including delegating tasks and scheduling shifts
- Maintained inventory levels by ordering stock as needed ( everyday)
- Processed payments, calculated taxes, and prepared invoices for customers ( 100/150 customers per day)
- Planned in-store displays to attract shoppers and promote products
- Organized special events such as promotional days or discounts to boost sales ( every week or seasonal)
- Handled customer inquiries, complaints, and returns professionally
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure customer satisfaction.
Bochenek WarehouseBielso-Biala , Poland
Sale Assistant
2004.09 - 2007.01 (2 education.years_Label & 4 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Informed customers about current promotions and discounts ( detail and wholesale clients)
- Assisted customers with returns, exchanges, and refunds
- Performed cashier duties such as scanning items, processing payments
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
Education
Irish Institute of Nutrition And HealthDublin
Pearson SRF BTEC Level 3 Advanced Diploma from Nutrition and Health Coaching
2019.01 - 2020.05 (1 education.year_Label & 4 education.months_Label)
Technological University DublinDublin
Professional Cookery Skills from Cooking and Related Culinary Arts, General
2018.01 - 2019.05 (1 education.year_Label & 4 education.months_Label)
Profesja Centrum Ksztalcenia KadrKatowice
Specialist from Psychology and Sociology
2003.01 - 2004.05 (1 education.year_Label & 4 education.months_Label)
Skills
Multitasking Abilities
Employee training
Nutrition knowledge
Goal Setting
Self Motivation
Time Management
Food and Beverage Service
Prioritization and Organization
Culinary expertise
Multitasking Abilities
Problem-Solving
Team Training
Food plating and presentation
Staff Supervision and Coordination
Certification
Sales Foundations , Linkedln
Timeline
Sales Foundations , Linkedln
2024-03
Sales strategy Using AI , Linkedln
2024-03
ICDL Europe , Computer Driving License , Microsoft Word
2024-02
Wedinng Planner, Udemy
2022-02
Healthy Chef
Self Employed Services
2020.07 - Current (5 education.years_Label & 10 education.months_Label)
Irish Institute of Nutrition And Health
Pearson SRF BTEC Level 3 Advanced Diploma from Nutrition and Health Coaching
2019.01 - 2020.05 (1 education.year_Label & 4 education.months_Label)
Technological University Dublin
Professional Cookery Skills from Cooking and Related Culinary Arts, General
2018.01 - 2019.05 (1 education.year_Label & 4 education.months_Label)
Commis Chef
Maggie Lynch
2017.09 - 2020.07 (2 education.years_Label & 10 education.months_Label)
Busy Bee
Self-employeed
2015.08 - 2017.09 (2 education.years_Label & 1 education.month_Label)
DYI Shop Owner
Self-employeed
2010.09 - 2012.03 (1 education.year_Label & 6 education.months_Label)
Sale Assistant
Bochenek Warehouse
2004.09 - 2007.01 (2 education.years_Label & 4 education.months_Label)
Profesja Centrum Ksztalcenia Kadr
Specialist from Psychology and Sociology
2003.01 - 2004.05 (1 education.year_Label & 4 education.months_Label)