Professional Profile
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With a foundation in classical French gastronomy and a passion for precision, I bring a disciplined approach to the kitchen. My professional journey has been defined by a commitment to excellence, having honed my craft in Michelin-starred environments and high-pressure fine dining settings across Europe. I specialize in the art of mise en place, ensuring every dish is executed with technical mastery and a deep respect for the ingredients that form the backbone of our culinary philosophy.
Professional History
2022 — Present
Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud
★★★
Dublin, Ireland
2021 — 2022
Frog by Adam Handling
★★★
London, United Kingdom
2019 — 2021
Killarney Park Hotel
★★★
Killarney, Ireland
2017 — 2019
Adare Manor Hotel
★★★
Limerick, Ireland
2015 — 2017
Hotel Martinez, Grand Hyatt
★★★
Cannes, France
2014 — 2015
Private Chalet
★★★
Morzine, France
2013 — 2014
Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons
★★★
Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
2012 — 2013
Sheen Falls Lodge Hotel
★★★
Kenmare, Ireland
2011 — 2012
Kenmare Park Hotel
★★★
Kenmare, Ireland
2010 — 2011
Restaurant Gordon Ramsay
★★★
London, United Kingdom
Core Competencies
Culinary Mastery
Expertise in classical French gastronomy, fine dining, and European culinary traditions.
Leadership & Management
Proven ability to supervise teams and manage kitchen operations at the sous chef level.
Compliance & Safety
Full HACCP certification and compliance with Health & Safety and Manual Handling standards.
Language Proficiency
Fluent in English, Czech, Polish, Slovakian, and French, enabling seamless international communication.
Language Proficiency
A multilingual professional adept at navigating diverse culinary environments across Europe.
English
Native proficiency with a focus on professional culinary terminology.
Czech
Native proficiency with a focus on professional culinary terminology.
Polish
Native proficiency with a focus on professional culinary terminology.
Slovakian
Native proficiency with a focus on professional culinary terminology.
French
Native proficiency with a focus on professional culinary terminology.
Education
Culinary Studies
Cork Institute of Technology
Leaving Certificate Applied
Pobalscoil Inbhear Scéine, Kenmare
Awarded Distinction — 92% overall
Certifications
Languages & European Studies
HACCP & Health & Safety
Manual Handling & Compliance
Professional Inquiries
References
Available upon request. Please contact me directly to arrange a reference check.
Michael Tweedie
Head Chef, Adare Manor
James Smith
Executive Chef, Le Manoir
Anna Kovac
Owner, Private Chalet
