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Joseph Sheeran

Valley View

Summary

I am a professional in what I do, and take pride in achieving what I set out to accomplish and with the experience I have gained, both in the kitchen and management of businesses, I aim to bring the utmost out of myself for the better of your business.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Relief Portfolio Manager

OTR
04.2024 - Current
  • Mentored junior team members, sharing knowledge on portfolio management techniques and fostering professional development.
  • Collaborated with analysts to identify promising opportunities, maximizing portfolio growth.
  • Participated in internal committees focused on improving firm-wide policies, leading discussions on best practices in portfolio management.
  • Enhanced portfolio performance by consistently analyzing and adjusting asset allocations based on market trends.

Category Manager

OTR
01.2019 - 04.2024
  • Developed detailed sales forecasts based on historical data, allowing for proactive inventory management decisions.
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of products, ensuring optimal mix between high-margin items and cost-effective options for customers.
  • Monitored industry trends to identify new business opportunities and emerging product categories for expansion.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop promotional campaigns that effectively increased category awareness and sales growth.
  • Reduced inventory costs through effective vendor negotiations and optimizing product assortments.

Director / Executive Chef

Fit Foods 4 You
01.2015 - 11.2018
  • Managed launch of the business and consistent growth over the past 2 years.
  • Worked with web developers to create a state of the art online platform for best customer interaction
  • Developed cutting edge techniques in food cooking to promote health and longevity of food life.
  • Managed all financial aspects of the business 
  • Managed the production and sales growth to maintain quality at all times. 

Director / Head Chef

Cafe Paesano
07.2012 - 04.2017
  • Monthly Stocktakes with profit and loss
  • managing weekly/monthly wage/ food cost percentages
  • Implementing new production proceedures
  • Managing and training of multiple staff
  • Liaising with product suppliers to obtain the best products
  • Refreshing an established restaurant with new ideas
  • Creating a more profitable business
  • Managing financials of the business

Executive Chef

Next Generation Health Clubs
02.2011 - 06.2012
  • Monthly Stocktakes with profit and loss
  • Redesigning function menus to a higher quality and profit level
  • Implementation of Menus across multiple sites across Australia and New Zealand
  • Managing weekly/ monthly wage/food costs
  • Consulting with clients for outside catering events
  • Continual management and training of staff

Head Chef

Windy Point Restaurant And Cafe
07.2009 - 02.2011
  • Responsible for menu development and production
  • Monthly stocktake with profit and loss
  • Redesigning cafe operations to a more profitable level
  • Constant training of apprentices and chefs
  • Wedding and special event menus  

Head Chef

Caffe Paesano
09.2008 - 06.2009
  • Regain profitability of kitchen operations
  • Prepare kitchen for closing down operations
  • Create a cohesive team to open new venue
  • Design/plan and order equipment for a new kitchen
  • Liaise with current and new owners as to the direction of the new business

Head Chef

Caffe Buongiorno Tea Tree Plus
01.2005 - 08.2008
  • Full control over kitchen operations and day to day tasks.
  • Implementation of standard recipe cards and cost control measures
  • Experienced in rostering over a large staffing level
  • Implementation of health and hygiene standards within the working environment
  • Bringing the workplace up to and inline with current HACCAP regulations
  • Liaising with owners and front of house managers as to the best direction for the business to travel.
  • Designing and implementing kitchen design and operational procedures
  • Complete ordering and stock control

Education

South Australian Institute Of TAFE
Regency
2004

Certificate 3 Commercial Cookery

Barrier Reef Institute Of Tafe
Cannonvale
2002

Skills

  • Product Development
  • Cost and productivity analysis
  • Menu design
  • Team building and skill training
  • Supplier negotiations
  • Supplier relationship management
  • Maintaining profitable operating costs
  • Business development

References

Jacqui Cain, Viva Energy Retail, jacquicain@bigpond.com, 0418 135 109

Brian Raslan, Owner, Caffe Buongiorno, 0421 336 366

Carlie Bridgland, Colleague & Friend, 0400 246 226


Cover letter

To whom it may concern,


Thanks to my successful career as a business leader and innovator, I'm ready to take on the challenge of leading the Food & Beverage team within OTR to the next level as your next Portfolio Manager.

Over the course of my career in Hospitality & at OTR, I have gained a wealth of experience successfully managing teams and growing businesses. I have a strong track record for directing budget planning initiatives, developing market strategies, increasing market share and profitability, and building highly productive teams. I am particularly proud of Developing Fit Foods 4 You into the business it became.

I always make a point to stay on top of current market trends and identify new business opportunities. To continually grow revenue year to year, I have worked collaboratively with a team to ensure optimal performance at all levels.


Whilst being apart of the growth at OTR I have helped develop the Food & Beverage offer into what it is today, the expansion that is coming to the business excites me to look forward and envisage what we can develop further to be able to change the Petrol & Convenience industry within Australia


When we have the opportunity to talk, I'd like to discuss how I can make an impact on the team utilising the qualifications and experience I have gained to the full potential.


Sincerely,

Joseph  Sheeran

Timeline

Relief Portfolio Manager

OTR
04.2024 - Current

Category Manager

OTR
01.2019 - 04.2024

Director / Executive Chef

Fit Foods 4 You
01.2015 - 11.2018

Director / Head Chef

Cafe Paesano
07.2012 - 04.2017

Executive Chef

Next Generation Health Clubs
02.2011 - 06.2012

Head Chef

Windy Point Restaurant And Cafe
07.2009 - 02.2011

Head Chef

Caffe Paesano
09.2008 - 06.2009

Head Chef

Caffe Buongiorno Tea Tree Plus
01.2005 - 08.2008

Certificate 3 Commercial Cookery

Barrier Reef Institute Of Tafe

South Australian Institute Of TAFE
Joseph Sheeran