A passionate, highly innovative Development Chef. Well versed in global cuisine and contemporary food trends. Able to plan deliverable menus to suit all cultural and religious dietary needs. Strong purchasing background, developing working partnerships with growers and suppliers to source quality ingredients at competitive prices. Skilled at delivering menus that promote top line growth with exceptional optimum GP whilst maintaining labour controls. An empathetic chef trainer and motivator, building robust successful kitchen teams that deliver consistent results. A dedicated “hands on” Executive Chef with experience working in both restaurants, delivery kitchens and private events. Consistently exceeding expectations via a strong work ethic and a positive "can do" attitude, a professional delivering fresh, creative, nutritious and beautifully presented food for all ages with passion and without stress. Reliable and trustworthy bringing 30 years of hospitality expertise to any position.Proficiently skilled in many cuisines including Italian, classic and contemporary French, South East Asian, Chinese, Middle Eastern, Caribbean and modern Indian. Technically skilled in fresh pasta, ice cream, sushi, breads, pastry, free-from baking, wholefood vegetarian, vegan and raw cuisine. A practised nutritional coach for health and weight loss. First class food styling and presentation for both events and photo shoots.