Janine Briner
Calvia
Summary
I am originally from South Africa, I emigrated to Mallorca two years ago with my two rescue dogs. I am lucky enough to hold an EU passport.
I am a well rounded individual who has the ability to quickly adapt to any new environment wether it be a different country, colleagues, job or making new friends.
I am plant based, have huge compassion for all animals and lead an active lifestyle. Life is short. Let's make the most of it.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Crew Chef
Various Private Yachts
Barcelona
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Prepared all meals for up to 16 crew memebers in a timely manner, ensuring quality and presentation standards were met.
- Maintained high levels of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen area, adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Monitored stock levels, ordering items as needed while keeping costs within budget.
- Developed new recipes and menus based on crew feedback and market trends.
- Inspected ingredients for freshness prior to use in order to maintain high-quality dishes.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly maintained, cleaned, and stored correctly after each shift.
Vegan Chef
Canet
Palma
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Canet was a retreat centre where we would host between 20 - 40 guests for 2 - 3 weeks at a time. All meals were vegan and were included at the retreat.
- Buffet style, last night was plated service
- I worked alongside 1 - 3 other chefs at any given time.
Business Owner
The Picnic Pantry
Johannesburg
01.2015 - 01.2022
- I started The Picnic Pantry out of my garage and at the time of sale, we had a warehouse and show room.
- We provided decor and catering for large scale picnic events
- Assisted customers in selecting decor items to create their theme
- Created displays for the showroom floor that showcased new arrivals in picnic decor
- Recruited and trained staff in customer service, setting up for events, picnic style catering as well as the drivers
- The Picnic Pantry was a huge success until covid when I decided to sell and later leave the country.
Business Partner
Quench Mobile Bars & Catering
Johannesburg
01.2015 - 01.2022
- Quench Mobile Bars & Catering was a large scale catering company supplying food and beverages to the events industry in South Africa
- We were a huge success often catering for up to hundreds of people at a time during the event, for set up an break down.
- The business is still successfully running, I left South Africa
- We ran 50 - 100 staff at any given time
- Events included concerts, air shows, car racing, festivals, corporate events etc
Part Time Real Estate Agent
Fine & Country
Johannesburg
02.2015 - 02.2019
- Part time residential rentals agent in and around my suburb in Johannesburg
- Provided detailed explanation of rental policies and procedures to customers.
- Calculated total cost for rental including taxes, fees, and other charges.
- Completed paperwork associated with each transaction accurately and efficiently.
- Won numerous awards for one of the top consultants
Chef
Private Yachts
Various
03.2009 - 05.2014
- Worked on various private yachts over the years. Started as a sous chef, ended as a sole chef on a 42m. Cooked for both crew and owners
- Solely responsible for all provisioning, meal planning, inventory, cleanliness and meals
- Travel destinations included Mediterranean, Caribbean, Bahamas & the US. A total of 3 trans atlantic crossings
Recruitment Consultant
Communicate Personnel
Johannesburg
02.2004 - 12.2008
- Conducted initial phone interviews with potential candidates to assess their skills and qualifications.
- Drafted job postings for clients, posted them on various online platforms, and screened resumes.
- Developed and maintained relationships with hiring managers to understand their needs and preferences.
- Collaborated with department heads to ensure recruitment strategies were aligned with organizational objectives.
- Coordinated interview schedules between hiring managers and applicants.
- Conducted reference checks for shortlisted candidates.
- Managed applicant tracking systems including inputting candidate data into the system.
- Specialized in IT for the most part, a bit of Finance and Legal
- Won many awards for one of the top performers
Hotel Manageress
Carylon Bay Hotel
Cornwall
02.2002 - 11.2003
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- 4 Star hotel, was actively involved in the hotel's entertainment programme.
- Awarded the youngest every Junior Hotel Manageress
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Survival For Life At Sea
BlueWater
Palma09-2022
Some College (No Degree) - Food Safety & Hygiene
Axel
United Kingdom07-2022
Some College (No Degree) - Hospitality Administration And Management
International Hotel School
South Africa12-2002
High School Diploma -
Carter High School
South Africa12-1999
Skills
- Culinary expertise
- Client Relations
- Candidate Sourcing
- Market Knowledge
- Time management abilities
- Attention to Detail
- Effective Communication
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Lead Follow Up
- Contract Negotiation
- Lease Management
- Property Management
- Self Motivation
Affiliations
- I actively partake in the following activities:
- Hiking, Gyming, Padel, Dog Walking, Golf, Diving, Yoga, Volunteering at animal shelters, Travel
Languages
English
First Language
spanish
Beginner
A1
Accomplishments
- I was awarded top recruitment consultant on many occasions for highest target reached and referrals
- Awarded top consultant again on many occasions in real estate rentals
Certification
- Higher Diploma in Hospitality Management
- Yoga Teacher Trainer 200 hour
- Advanced Diver
- STCW - proficiency at sea, life saving and first aid
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Crew Chef
Various Private Yachts
10.2023 - 03.2024
Vegan Chef
Canet
08.2022 - 08.2023
Part Time Real Estate Agent
Fine & Country
02.2015 - 02.2019
Business Owner
The Picnic Pantry
01.2015 - 01.2022
Business Partner
Quench Mobile Bars & Catering
01.2015 - 01.2022
Chef
Private Yachts
03.2009 - 05.2014
Recruitment Consultant
Communicate Personnel
02.2004 - 12.2008
Hotel Manageress
Carylon Bay Hotel
02.2002 - 11.2003
Some College (No Degree) - Survival For Life At Sea
BlueWater
Some College (No Degree) - Food Safety & Hygiene
Axel
Some College (No Degree) - Hospitality Administration And Management
International Hotel School
High School Diploma -
Carter High School
- Higher Diploma in Hospitality Management
- Yoga Teacher Trainer 200 hour
- Advanced Diver
- STCW - proficiency at sea, life saving and first aid
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