Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
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References
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Megan Curry

Mayo

Summary

Dynamic and passionate culinary guru with a proven track record at Bread 41 and Megan's Little Kitchen, excelling in recipe development and staff mentorship. Skilled in food safety and inventory management, I thrive in fast-paced environments, delivering exceptional customer service while fostering team collaboration to enhance overall dining experiences.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pastry Chef

Bread 41
Dublin
01.2024 - 01.2025
  • Collaborated with other chefs in developing new recipes for pastries and desserts.
  • Mentored baking staff in proper techniques and bakery procedures.
  • Maintained strict adherence to food safety and sanitation standards, passing all inspections.
  • Managed time efficiently to produce high-quality goods within tight deadlines.

Business Owner

Megan's Little Kitchen
Fermanagh
01.2020 - 01.2024
  • Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
  • Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable and payroll.
  • Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
  • Managed inventory levels to meet customer demand while minimizing costs.

Bartender

James Joyce Irish Pub
Lyon
02.2023 - 09.2023
  • Mixed and served both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for patrons by following standard recipes and procedures.
  • Carefully inspected identification of customers to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol.
  • Monitored customer drink levels and suggested additional drink purchases at appropriate times to boost sales.
  • Described drink flavors and taste profiles to customers to help with ordering decisions.

Cafe Manager

NI Foods
Fermanagh
01.2019 - 01.2023
  • Supervised day-to-day operations in the cafe to ensure efficiency and quality standards were met.
  • Developed and implemented customer service policies and procedures for cafe staff.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.

Waitress

Tully Mill Restaurant
Fermanagh
01.2015 - 01.2023
  • Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients, and preparation methods.
  • Answered questions about menu items, ingredients, and pricing.
  • Checked back with customers throughout meal service to ensure satisfaction.
  • Addressed concerns quickly to improve customer experience and escalated issues to management for resolution when necessary.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Honours in Degree of Culinary Arts

Technological University Dublin
Dublin, Ireland
04-2025

NVQ Level 3 - Professional Cookery

South West College
Fermanagh, Ireland
07-2021

Skills

  • Food safety
  • Menu planning
  • Professional appearance
  • Team collaboration
  • Employee training
  • Inventory management
  • Time management
  • Cash handling
  • Outstanding customer service
  • Outgoing personality
  • Marketing and sales experience
  • Hospitality and accommodation

Affiliations

  • Yoga
  • Reading
  • Enjoy food

Accomplishments

  • Head Girl- Saint Aidans High School (2017-2018)
  • Student Council Class representitive (2021-2025)

Certification

  • Level 3 Food Saftey Training
  • Allergen and Intolerance Training
  • Food labelling Training
  • Food Traceability Training
  • First Aid Training
  • Mental Health First Aid Training

Languages

English
First Language
French
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Pastry Chef

Bread 41
01.2024 - 01.2025

Bartender

James Joyce Irish Pub
02.2023 - 09.2023

Business Owner

Megan's Little Kitchen
01.2020 - 01.2024

Cafe Manager

NI Foods
01.2019 - 01.2023

Waitress

Tully Mill Restaurant
01.2015 - 01.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Honours in Degree of Culinary Arts

Technological University Dublin

NVQ Level 3 - Professional Cookery

South West College

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