teresa O'Halloran
chef
ballybunion,Ireland
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong commitment to cleanliness and a proven ability to remain calm under pressure. Possesses HACCP certification and excels in animal empathy, demonstrating patience with difficult animals. An enthusiastic team player and good timekeeper, seeking to leverage skills in a dynamic environment focused on animal care and welfare.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work history
Chef
truffle honey at ballybunion gof club
Ballybunnion, Co Kerry
2006.03 - Current
- Collaborated closely with suppliers, secured fresh ingredients daily.
- Adhered to strict hygiene standards, ensured a clean working environment.
- Optimised workflow processes reduced time spent on administrative tasks.
- Reduced food waste to improve profitability.
- Demonstrated proficiency in various cooking techniques, improved dish presentation.
- Orchestrated seamless kitchen service during peak hours.
Pastry assistant
jam bakery
Ballyvourney, County Cork
2003.03 - 2025.09
torc great southern
great southern group
Killarney, Co Kerry
2000.04 - 2003.09
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
- Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
Commis chef
the k club
Kildare, Co Kildare
1999.04 - 2000.04
- Trained under experienced chefs increasing professional culinary skills.
- Supported dish development, resulting in varied menu options.
- Provided support to senior chefs, improving speed of service delivery.
- Assisted in large-scale catering events, ensuring successful execution.
Education
level 5 animal grooming - animal grooming
an tochar causeway
co kerry 2021.09 - 2021.12
first aid couse
an tochar causeway
co kerry 2022.10 - 2022.10
Skills
- Patience with difficult animals
- Animal empathy
- Good time keeper
- HACCP certification
- Dedication to cleanliness
- Enthusiastic team player
- Calm under pressure
Affiliations
- love to travel,going to concerts live gigs andenjoying long walks with my dogs
Timeline
first aid couse
an tochar causeway
2022.10 - 2022.10
level 5 animal grooming - animal grooming
an tochar causeway
2021.09 - 2021.12
Chef
truffle honey at ballybunion gof club
2006.03 - Current
Pastry assistant
jam bakery
2003.03 - 2025.09
torc great southern
great southern group
2000.04 - 2003.09
Commis chef
the k club
1999.04 - 2000.04