john murchison's Resume

 

Surfers Paradise, Queensland QLD 4217 Australia

Overview

Upon entering the workforce i have from high school i have achieved great results over the last thirty years.I have always excelled in all of my previous job placements.From the start of my working career i have been very fortunate to be trained by some of the best leaders in their industries as i started out in the harness horse industry then transfering to hospitality with great results also.Fortunately from the start of my career i was always encouraged to seek better results and was set  formidable tasks and achieved great satisfaction from  performing to a higher level than most and to this day i still seek new challenges  not only for myself but to inspire others around me  to bring out the best in them also.

Achievements

1984-1985 Represented the South Island of New Zealand in the Harness Racing Championships.

1985 New Zealands Leading Junior Driver Based on the U.D.R. System.in the harness horse industry.

I also have successfuly lead resturants with over a million dollar turnover with minimal input from my employers.

 

Career History

Oct 2011 - Feb 2012

Company name:fitzroy hotel
Location:fitzroy crossing, Australia
Industry:Hospitality, Travel & Tourism
Company size:51-200 employees
Comments:we cooked breakfast lunch and dinner and a buffet every night alongside the a la carte.also we catered for many various functions.
    
Job Title:sous chef
Job Type:Full-Time
Position Department:Hospitality, Travel & Tourism
Closest Job Role:Chef
Summary:iwoked under the chef and on his days off i ran the kitchen
Detailed Description:i did everything from mopping the floor to cooking all the meals.

Sep 1991 - May 2010

Company name:Australis Hotel
Location:Margaret River, Australia
Industry:Hospitality, Travel & Tourism
Company size:11-50 employees
Comments:This hotel has 50 rooms a 300 seat conference room and an 80 seat dining room.We catered for breakfast and dinner a la carte and many various buffet and plated functions.
    
Job Title:Head Chef
Job Type:Full-Time
Position Department:Hospitality, Travel & Tourism
Closest Job Role:Chef
Summary:I was totally in charge of the kitchen.
Detailed Description:I set menus,set menu prices,ordered stock,set cleaning schedules liased with management.in general i ran the kitchen to improve on where it was and made it better.

Jul 2009 - May 2010

Company name:Tekapo Hotel
Location:Tekapo, New Zealand
Industry:Food & Beverage
Company size:1-10 employees
Comments:A100 seat hotel serving a la carte lunch and dinners.
    
Job Title:Head Chef
Job Type:Full-Time
Position Department:Hospitality, Travel & Tourism
Closest Job Role:Chef
Summary:Iwas in charge of hotels kitchen.
Detailed Description:I cooked lunch and dinners 5 days per week.

May 2005 - Jan 2007

Company name:Robbies Bar And Bistro
Location:Christchurch, New Zealand
Industry:Food & Beverage
Company size:11-50 employees
Comments:A120 seat bar and bistro with two adjoining cafes.Also a gaming machine room.
    
Job Title:Head Chef
Job Type:Full-Time
Position Department:Hospitality, Travel & Tourism
Closest Job Role:Chef
Summary:I was totally in charge of the kitchen.
Detailed Description:This was a franchise bistro so menus and prices were pre -set.Itrained new staff and provided daily specials.The cafes ran alongside the bistro and we had extra staff employed to undertake these roles.

Jan 1999 - May 2005

Company name:HMS Kings Restaurant
Location:Invercargill, New Zealand
Industry:Food & Beverage
Company size:11-50 employees
Comments:An 80 seat a la carte restaurant promoting seafood and outstanding beef and lamb dishes.
    
Job Title:Head Chef
Job Type:Full-Time
Position Department:Hospitality, Travel & Tourism
Closest Job Role:Chef
Summary:I was totally in charge of the kitchen.
Detailed Description:I set menus,set prices,trained new staff,appeared on a weekly TV program.Employed new staff ordered stock.

Education & Training

Jun 1996 - Jun 1997

Institution:Southland Polytechnic
Institution Type:TAFE
Location:Invercargill, New Zealand
Course Name:Certificate In Professional Cookery
Grade:Level 1-2

Jan 1981 - Dec 1985

Institution:New Zealand Harness Racing
Institution Type:Association/Club
Location:Invercargill, New Zealand
Course Name:New Zealand Harness Horse Cadet Scheme
Comments:This course covered all aspects of horse management .

Licenses & Certifications

drivers license

Reference:6272375
Issuer:australian department of transport
Valid From:21st June 2011
Valid To:20th June 2012

Western Australia Drivers Licence

Reference:6272375
Issuer:Department Of Transport
Valid From:21st June 2011

Interests

Igo to the gym daily.Ienjoy most types of music..

Personal Information

Job Seeking Status:Seriously Looking
I am on a notice period (days):  0
I am available from:21st September 2011
Would you relocate for a job?Yes
Date of Birth:6th September 2011
Gender:Male
Marital Status:Single
Do I have a drivers license?Yes

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