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Kesia
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Chef · 5 years experience
Rotterdam, Netherlands (On-Site)
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Work Experience
Nacht receptionist
Oct 2021 – Aug 2025 · 3 yrs
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Although I was officially a night receptionist at various hotels, my responsibilities also included setting up the breakfast buffet and preparing breads and pastries
Verzorgende IG
Jul 2019 – Jul 2020 · 1 yrs
SWZ
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Working in the flexpool across many different sites, my primary role was caring for patients but meals were not delivered to all but one location so I would also have to prepare meals from scratch. Here is where I gained a lot of experience working with dietary requirements; halal, kosher, vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, pureed or liquid, no nuts, no dairy, no gluten, low sodium, allergies etc.
Chef
Jul 2016 – Jul 2018 · 2 yrs
The Deep End
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This was the student union bar on a busy university campus, serving students and staff from three different universities. Some bartending, mostly making food to order.
Basis kok
Jul 2012 – Jul 2015 · 3 yrs
Theehuis Jansland
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We baked everything on site and also made food (lunch) to order
Skills
Food & Beverage
Prepare ready-made dishes, Handle kitchen equipment, Use cooking techniques, menu development, Recipe Development, Mise en place
Hospitality
Prepare the restaurant for service
Production processes
Exert quality control to processing food
Soft Skills & Leadership
Time Management
Safety & Compliance
Food Safety Management
Customer Service
Customer Service Excellence
My hot take on my field...
I don't think dietary restrictions should impact the quality or enjoyment of food
Personal Qualities
Collaborative
Fosters a team-oriented kitchen environment, encouraging open communication and idea-sharing to enhance menu creativity and streamline service.
Detail-oriented
Ensures precise measurements and meticulous plating, elevating each dish's presentation and flavor profile to create a memorable dining experience.
Learning-focused
Explores innovative cooking techniques and ingredients, continuously refining recipes and enhancing culinary skills to elevate the dining experience.
Creative
Invents unique flavor combinations and visually stunning presentations, transforming traditional dishes into extraordinary culinary experiences.
Quick learner
Adapts to new culinary techniques swiftly, enhancing menu offerings and improving kitchen efficiency through rapid mastery of diverse cooking styles.
Good under pressure
Maintains composure during busy service hours, ensuring timely and high-quality meal preparation without compromising on taste or presentation.
Availability & Preferences
Hours per week
32-36 hours
Contract type
Employed
Work arrangement
On-Site
Region
Rotterdam, Netherlands
My secret weapon at work is...
I enjoy working with dietary requirements
Education
BSc (Hons) · Medway School of Pharmacy · 2015 – 2019
Hulpkok · MDT · 2026 – 2026
Licenses & Certificates
Hulpkok
Languages
English, Fluent
Dutch, Fluent
German, Professional
Why anonymous?
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