Iconic Brisbane Steakhouse serving over 16 cuts of beef daily from some of Australia's best beef producers. Key Role and Responsibilities Hit strict KPI’s in relation to Labour and Food costs  Conduct weekly stocktakes Negotiation and procurement of all food and food related items Menu design for all function and speciality dinner packages Staff management (28 staff) inclusive of all hiring and disciplinary actions Manage all kitchen staff inductions… Show more Iconic Brisbane Steakhouse serving over 16 cuts of beef daily from some of Australia's best beef producers. Key Role and Responsibilities Hit strict KPI’s in relation to Labour and Food costs  Conduct weekly stocktakes Negotiation and procurement of all food and food related items Menu design for all function and speciality dinner packages Staff management (28 staff) inclusive of all hiring and disciplinary actions Manage all kitchen staff inductions  Manage Food Safety Program and HACCP within the venue Ensure quality assurance of meals Direct customer relations Responsible for cash handling for all food orders Show less

Australian based private contractor to both the Australian & International Naval Defence Forces.Positions Held Operations Manager Asia Region Business Development Global Fuel Co-ordinator Global Food ProcurementKey Role and Responsibilities Report to Managing Director and Global Operations Manager Direct Management and execution of logistic support services to a number of Naval Vessels whilst in port in various locations worldwide. Responsibility… Show more Australian based private contractor to both the Australian & International Naval Defence Forces.Positions Held Operations Manager Asia Region Business Development Global Fuel Co-ordinator Global Food ProcurementKey Role and Responsibilities Report to Managing Director and Global Operations Manager Direct Management and execution of logistic support services to a number of Naval Vessels whilst in port in various locations worldwide. Responsibility for all logistic requirements such as pilots, tugs, berths, transport, produce, fuel, waste and any day to day requirements Direct communication with the nominated officer up to 4 weeks prior to any port visit and continue daily until vessel has left port and or all documentation is complete. As part of any visit I would be on call 24 hours for any emergencies such as urgent medical attention Highly organised, accurate records of all work performed Write professional reports for presentation to contract manager Prepare and present invoices relating to each port visit Communicate in a professional manner when meeting high ranking officers, high ranking officials and Defence Attaches from various embassies Source and negotiate with various suppliers according to specific requirements in various countries Source and negotiate specific fuel requirements for a number of defence platforms at any one time. Part of the role was to be present and oversee a number of evolutions Source and negotiate all fresh, dry and frozen food requirements required by visiting ships in port  Involvement in various tender processes Staff management and training Show less

Scales & Ales Gourmet Fish Bar specialised in seafood and craft beer. One of the first restaurants in Australia to open specifically as a beer focused concept not only matching food to beer but also incorporating beer into the dishes themselves.

Wholesale beef company specialising in the production and marketing of Wagyu beef.  Managed all aspects of production from cut specifications to packaging and marketing Travel to Cassino to oversee the cutting and boning of cattle at the abattoir Arrange all logistics requirements for the safe delivery of product Arrange export shipments either via air or sea freight

 Recruitment and management of up to 16 kitchen staff at any one time Meet key KPI’s in food cost and staff cost Menu creation and execution Procurement of all produce Weekly stocktakes Daily management of a kitchen producing up to 2500 meals weekly Customer relationsRestaurant Achievements whilst Executive Chef Winner “Best Alfresco Restaurant”, Brisbane, 2006 Winner “Professional Development Award”, Queensland, 2006

Internationally renowned and awarded steak restaurant; it has been often referred to as the restaurant who re-invented how consumers look at steak in a restaurant environment. Recruitment and management of up to 27 kitchen staff at any one time Meet KPI’s in food cost and staff costs Menu creation and execution Procurement of all produce Weekly Stocktakes Daily management of a kitchen producing up to 3000 meals weekly Manage outside functions for up to 1000… Show more Internationally renowned and awarded steak restaurant; it has been often referred to as the restaurant who re-invented how consumers look at steak in a restaurant environment. Recruitment and management of up to 27 kitchen staff at any one time Meet KPI’s in food cost and staff costs Menu creation and execution Procurement of all produce Weekly Stocktakes Daily management of a kitchen producing up to 3000 meals weekly Manage outside functions for up to 1000 people through “Gourmet En Counter” Customer relationsRestaurant achievements whilst Executive Chef  Winner “Best Informal Dining Restaurant” in Australia, 2000 Winner “Best Food Stall” Ambiwerra Jazz & Food festival, 2000, 2001, 2002  Winner “Best Steak Restaurant” in Australia, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 Winner “Best Steak Restaurant” in QLD, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 Winner “Best Steak Restaurant” in Brisbane, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 Winner “Professional Development Award” Brisbane, 2005 Winner “Best restaurant” Rabobank Red Meat awards, 2005 Winner “Corporate Caterer”, Brisbane, 2004, 2005 Winner “Caterer of the Year”, Brisbane, 2005 Show less