Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Personal Information
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COMPUTER LITERACY
References
Declaration
Timeline
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Amy Lynne Phillips

Private Chef
Kylemore,WC
Amy Lynne Phillips

Summary

Professional culinary expert with a proven track record in delivering high-quality, personalised dining experiences. Strong focus on creating innovative menus and dishes, Sourcing fresh ingredients, including fresh garden produce. Maintaining an impeccable kitchen environment. Known for team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Ensuring seamless service and client satisfaction. Skilled in various cooking techniques, presentation, and dietary customisation.

Overview

16
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Family Client

Private Chef and House Manager
02.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Preparing customized meals to diverse dietary preferences and restrictions.
  • Ensuring high standards of food safety and hygiene compliance.
  • Creating seasonal dishes using locally sourced ingredients.
  • Consulting clients to understand culinary needs, delivering a fully personalised dining experience daily.
  • Daily errand running including shopping, home organisation, placing orders and making appointments.

Terbodore Bakery

Head Baker and Bakery Manager
12.2020 - 01.2023

Job overview

  • Product Development.
  • Developed and implemented new baking techniques to enhance product quality and consistency.
  • Oversaw daily production schedules to ensure timely product availability and operational efficiency.
  • Managed inventory levels of baking supplies and ingredients, reducing waste through effective stock control practices.
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in all baking operations, maintaining a clean work environment.
  • Mentored junior bakers in developing their skills through training sessions and constructive feedback.
  • Collaborated closely with other department heads to align cross-functional goals and strategies for company-wide success.
  • Trained and supervised new employees on bakery operations and procedures.
  • Optimized ingredient sourcing by establishing relationships with local suppliers.
  • Conducted thorough quality control checks on all products before sale, ensuring compliance with food safety standards and customer expectations.
  • Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
  • Maintained accurate inventory of baking supplies and ingredients with monthly stock take and strict ordering systems.

Big Dog Café (currently Terbodore Cafe)

Sous Chef
03.2017 - 11.2020

Job overview

  • Sous chef with main focus on pastry and baking.
  • Seasonal menu and recipe creation including costing.
  • Preparation of catering for events and celebration cakes including wedding cakes.
  • Manufacturing, labeling and packing of confectionaries for the cafe shop.
  • Preparation and presentation of daily confectionary, cakes and bread for the cafe.
  • Daily menu item preparations for breakfast and lunch service.
  • Plating and pass management.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Mentored junior kitchen staff, improving overall team performance.

La Residence

Pastry Chef
09.2016 - 02.2017

Job overview

  • Junior Sous Chef with main focus on pastry.
  • Full responsibility of Pastry section of the La Residence Kitchen
  • Running and working in other sections of the kitchen including: Meat, fish, larder and garnish.
  • Daily menu creation
  • Continual stock control including ordering and sourcing ingredients; and monthly stock take.
  • Preparing staff meals for all Hotel Staff.
  • Preparation and presentation of luxury high teas.
  • Preparing celebration and wedding cakes
  • Private catering in hotel villas.
  • Private Chef’s tables.
  • Cooking and baking classes for children and adults.

La Residence

Senior Chef de Partie
01.2015 - 08.2016

Job overview

  • Senior Chef de Partie with a main focus on Pastry as well as breakfasts, larder, meat and plating/pass management.
  • Stock control including monthly stock take.
  • Placing orders and sourcing ingredients from local suppliers.
  • Preparing staff meals for all hotel staff.
  • Preparing and presenting luxury high teas.
  • Private catering in the hotel villas and exclusive chef's tables.

Le Bon Vivant

Chef de Partie
06.2014 - 01.2015

Job overview

  • Preparation and running of all sections of the kitchen including: larder, pastry, garnish, meat & fish and pass/plating.
  • Placing orders and stock take.
  • Trained junior chefs on cooking techniques and kitchen safety protocols.
  • Operated all kitchen equipment safely to prevent injuries.
  • Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization, ensuring a safe and efficient workspace.

Fynbos Ridge Country House and Cottages

Assistant manager/chef
01.2010 - 05.2013

Job overview

  • Concierge and guest liaison.
  • Preparation and serving of breakfasts, dinners and afternoon teas.
  • General housekeeping.
  • Digital marketing and social networking.

Education

The Hurst Campus
Paarl, South Africa

Diploma from Advanced Food & Wine Course

University Overview

with distinction

The Hurst Campus

Diploma from City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Food Preparation & Cooking

University Overview

with distinction

Cape Wine Ambassador
Paarl

from Cullinary

Skills

  • Matric certificate with two distinctions
  • International City & Guilds Chef’s Diploma with distinction
  • Self-motivated, diligent and independent
  • Artistic, creative and resourceful
  • Passionate, loyal and hard-working
  • Origonality, forward-thinking and innovative
  • Allergy awareness
  • Wine pairing
  • Budgeting and cost control

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 1994-11-10

Nationality: South African

Driving License: Yes, Code B. (No restrictions)

Own Car

Marital Status: Not Married

ID Number: 9411100091081

Languages

English, Afrikaans

COMPUTER LITERACY

  • ON-GOING BUSINESS USER
  • Good

References

Alrishka Mcaskill 

082 326 1978

(alrishka@terbodore.com)


Theuns Terbanche 

065 809 1733


Ryan Shell 

076 704 9805 

Declaration

I hereby confirm that the information given in my curriculum vitae is true to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Timeline

Private Chef and House Manager

Private Family Client
02.2023 - Current

Head Baker and Bakery Manager

Terbodore Bakery
12.2020 - 01.2023

Sous Chef

Big Dog Café (currently Terbodore Cafe)
03.2017 - 11.2020

Pastry Chef

La Residence
09.2016 - 02.2017

Senior Chef de Partie

La Residence
01.2015 - 08.2016

Chef de Partie

Le Bon Vivant
06.2014 - 01.2015

Assistant manager/chef

Fynbos Ridge Country House and Cottages
01.2010 - 05.2013

The Hurst Campus

Diploma from Advanced Food & Wine Course

The Hurst Campus

Diploma from City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Food Preparation & Cooking

Cape Wine Ambassador

from Cullinary
Amy Lynne PhillipsPrivate Chef