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Nick Watts

Nick Watts

Stenungsund

Summary

Skilled and experienced Chef with over 10 years of work experience in busy professional kitchens. Expertise in creating exceptional dishes and ensuring that they are delivered on-time, in a safe and hygienic environment. Demonstrates strong leadership skills that help motivate and inspire kitchen staff to create and deliver great food

Work History

Head Chef

Soup Ramen Ltd
01.2020 - 03.2023
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
  • Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
  • Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
  • Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
  • Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.

Executive Sous Chef

Hyde
10.2022 - 12.2022
  • Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
  • Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.

Sous Chef - Head Chef

Hang Dai
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Coordinated with vendors to order supplies and maintain high quality standards.
  • Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
  • Assisted with menu development and planning.
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.

Chef De Partie - Sous Chef

Pichet
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
  • Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.

Commis Chef/Demi Chef De Partie

San Lorenzo's
02.2014 - 01.2017

Education

BSc(Honours) in Culinary Entrepreneurship - Culinary Arts

DIT
Cathal Brugha St, Dublin
11.2013

Skills

  • Kitchen Equipment Safety
  • Critical Thinking
  • HACCP level 1 & 2 Certified
  • Workflow Coordination
  • Purchasing
  • Menu Planning
  • Kitchen Management
  • Create Recipes

Languages

English
Native language
Swedish
Beginner
A1

Work Availability

monday
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References

To whom it may concern,


Nick worked for my business for over 3 years as a head chef and showed exemplary
behavior throughout his time with us here. Nick was always on time and always completed
any task we had given him with efficiency and good quality. Nick was able to create dishes
which amazed customers when tasked with it. I have no doubt in Nick's great creativity and
cooking skills.
If you have any questions about Nick I’m happy to take a call at 0833405513 or email at
soupramendl@gmail.com
Sincerely,
Jamie Hynes
(Owner/director Soup Ramen Ltd.

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Dear Sirs,
I am writing to highly recommend Nick Watts for any culinary position he may be seeking. I have had the pleasure of working with Nick twice, first when he served as Head Chef at Hang Dai and later at Hyde, and I can confidently say that he is one of the most talented and dedicated chefs I have ever worked with.
During his time at Hang Dai, Nick demonstrated exceptional leadership skills in managing the kitchen team and creating unique and precise dishes. He was always willing to take on new challenges and was constantly striving to improve his craft.
When Nick moved on to Hyde, I was delighted to bring him back on board as Chef de Cuisine. In this role, Nick worked alongside me in developing new menu items and ensuring that every dish was prepared to spec. He was a mentor to the kitchen staff, providing guidance and training to help them reach their full potential.
Nick is a true professional who is passionate about his work and consistently delivers high-quality results. He has an eye for detail and a creative approach to cooking that sets him apart from others in the field. His ability to work well under pressure is commendable, and his positive attitude is contagious.
I am confident that Nick would be an asset to any culinary team, and I strongly recommend him without hesitation. He has my highest endorsement, and I believe that he will make a positive impact wherever he goes.
Please feel free to contact me if you require any further information about Nick's performance or skills.
Sincerely
Karl Whelan
+353871207995

Timeline

Executive Sous Chef

Hyde
10.2022 - 12.2022

Head Chef

Soup Ramen Ltd
01.2020 - 03.2023

Sous Chef - Head Chef

Hang Dai
01.2019 - 01.2020

Chef De Partie - Sous Chef

Pichet
01.2017 - 01.2019

Commis Chef/Demi Chef De Partie

San Lorenzo's
02.2014 - 01.2017

BSc(Honours) in Culinary Entrepreneurship - Culinary Arts

DIT
Nick Watts