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Daniel Moore

@danielmoore1

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Experienced chef with progressive kitchen leadership and strong food safety and menu skills.

New Zealand

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a full-time chef role where I can lead kitchen operations, develop menus, mentor staff, and uphold high food safety and quality standards.

I am an experienced culinary professional with progressive leadership roles from commis to executive chef across hospitality outlets in Fiji, Samoa and New Zealand. I have led back-of-house operations, managed and trained kitchen staff, overseen inventory and supplies, and consistently delivered high-quality dishes while maintaining health and safety standards.

I thrive in fast-paced kitchens, take pride in menu creation and kitchen organisation, and am dependable both as an individual contributor and team leader. My background includes roles as Chef de Partie, Sous Chef, Head Chef and Executive Chef, demonstrating adaptability and a commitment to continuous learning.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Sous Chef

Ploughmans Restaurant

Jan 2023 - Mar 2023 (2 months)

Assisted the head chef with meal preparation, menu planning, inventory and supplies; supervised kitchen staff and ensured consistent food quality and compliance with safety standards.

Kitchen Supervision Meal Planning Inventory Management HACCP Staff Training

Executive Chef

Yawasa Island Resort

Jan 2021 - Dec 2022 (1 year 11 months)

Oversaw back-of-house operations and staff, led shifts, managed supplies and evaluated food quality while ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations.

Kitchen Management Supply Chain Health and Safety Menu Development Cost Control

Head Chef

Datang James Cook Hotel

Jan 2021 - Mar 2021 (2 months)

Created menus, managed kitchen staff, handled inventory and ordering, and ensured the kitchen met regulatory and safety guidelines.

Menu Development Team Leadership Inventory Control Regulatory Compliance Quality Control

Head Chef

Orator Hotel

Jan 2020 - Dec 2020 (11 months)

Managed menu creation, kitchen operations, inventory and ordering to maintain regulatory compliance and consistent food quality.

Kitchen Management Inventory Management Food Safety Staff Supervision Quality Assurance Cost Control

Chef de Partie

Hilton Lake Taupo

May 2023 - Present (2 years 4 months)

Ran a specific kitchen section, reporting to the sous chef; prepared, cooked and presented high-quality dishes while maintaining food safety and cleanliness standards.

Food Preparation Plating Food Safety Section Management Teamwork Time Management