Thomas Barbe
Reunion Island
Summary
Motivated person, dedicated team player with open communication style, and multitasking skills in customer-centric environment. Committed to meeting every service needs and get tasks done efficiently. Determined and ready to invest myself in the company and in what I do. Graduated in Hospitality High School in Réunion, France.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Commis Chef
La Comédie
2024.01 - 2024.06
- Enhanced culinary skills by assisting in the preparation of various dishes under the guidance of experienced chefs.
- Contributed to a well-organized and efficient kitchen by maintaining clean workstations and following sanitation guidelines.
- Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Private Hire Driver
123Transfert
2023.10 - 2023.11
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient transportation services.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and positive referrals.
- Provided exceptional customer assistance during emergencies or other difficult situations that arose during trips.
- Maintained strong working relationships with fellow drivers, sharing tips on improving routes or customer interactions when needed.
Greeting Agent
Festival Au Pied Du Courant
2023.06 - 2023.09
- Participate in welcoming festival-goers
- Check bags and bottles, to avoid any forbidden object/substance to get in the site.
- Act as an information resource for festival-goers
- Guide festival-goers
Event Cook
Olive Orange
2023.06 - 2023.09
- Prepare, cook, and plate all the meals under time constraints for timely service during the event.
- Load all the cookwares, bakewares and furniture needed for the service.
- Mise en place of the station, and cleaning of the room/kitchen used for the event.
Line Cook
Doubletree By Hilton
2023.03 - 2023.06
Greeting Agent
Igloofest Festival
2023.01 - 2023.02
- Participate in welcoming festival-goers
- Check access rights and apply entry regulations
- Act as an information resource for festival-goers
- Guide festival-goers
Line Cook
Bulle - Bistro d'altitude
2022.11 - 2022.12
Cook
Gather Restaurant
2022.10 - 2022.11
Line cook
Gotham Steakhouse
2022.09 - 2022.09
Line Cook and Prep Cook
Portofino Brasserie Italienne
2022.02 - 2022.08
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business
- Prepared cuts of meat, and stored them in appropriate and clean containers and areas
- Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation
- Set up cooking station before kitchen opening
- Clean and sanitize all surface areas, wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerators.
Assistant Restaurant Manager
Sushi Taxi
2021.09 - 2022.02
Waiter
Restaurant La K'frine
2020.11 - 2021.03
Waiter
Vapiano
2020.06 - 2020.10
Carpenter Laborer
Wright Marines
2019.09 - 2020.02
- Framed, remodeled and finished wood and metal structures
- Used hand and power tools such as utility knives, hammers, power drills, sanding paper/machines and wood cutting machinery
- Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
Farm Hand
Atherton Travelers Lodge
2019.03 - 2019.07
- Picked Avocado and Lime fruit
- Packed Avocado fruit in shed
- Pruned Avocado and Mango trees.
Waiter & Cook
Restaurant La Cocoteraie
2016.06 - 2016.08
- Internship
Waiter & Cook
Hôtel Le Saint-Pierre
2016.06 - 2016.07
- Internship
Education
Hospitality -
Lycée Hôtelier La Renaissance
Plateau-Caillou, Réunion07.2018
Skills
- Time Management
- Safety-First mentality
- Teamwork
- Customer assistance
- Reliability and punctuality
- Food service
- Beverage service
- Attention to detail
Languages
French
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Spanish
Intermediate
B1
Timeline
Commis Chef
La Comédie
2024.01 - 2024.06
Private Hire Driver
123Transfert
2023.10 - 2023.11
Greeting Agent
Festival Au Pied Du Courant
2023.06 - 2023.09
Event Cook
Olive Orange
2023.06 - 2023.09
Line Cook
Doubletree By Hilton
2023.03 - 2023.06
Greeting Agent
Igloofest Festival
2023.01 - 2023.02
Line Cook
Bulle - Bistro d'altitude
2022.11 - 2022.12
Cook
Gather Restaurant
2022.10 - 2022.11
Line cook
Gotham Steakhouse
2022.09 - 2022.09
Line Cook and Prep Cook
Portofino Brasserie Italienne
2022.02 - 2022.08
Assistant Restaurant Manager
Sushi Taxi
2021.09 - 2022.02
Waiter
Restaurant La K'frine
2020.11 - 2021.03
Waiter
Vapiano
2020.06 - 2020.10
Carpenter Laborer
Wright Marines
2019.09 - 2020.02
Farm Hand
Atherton Travelers Lodge
2019.03 - 2019.07
Waiter & Cook
Restaurant La Cocoteraie
2016.06 - 2016.08
Waiter & Cook
Hôtel Le Saint-Pierre
2016.06 - 2016.07
Hospitality -
Lycée Hôtelier La Renaissance