Janelle Barnhill
Royal New Zealand Navy (RNZN)
Northcote
2
Certifications
10
Years of experience
Royal New Zealand Navy chef delivering bulk catering, ordering support, and function service in remote and high-pressure settings. Works across limited stores, bakery planning, and large-format meal preparation while keeping service organised and steady. Brings the practical discipline needed for Senior Sailor/Chef duties in demanding deployments and shipboard operations with NZQA Level 3 and 4 cookery training.
Work History
Sailor/Chef
6 Years 7 Months- Prepare 200 - 400 meals per shift in bulk catering while maintaining food safety and portion control.
- Manage allergy-sensitive ordering and limited-store provisioning during Antarctica (Scott Base) deployments.
- Manage teams, quality and service of meals.
- Lead bakery planning and execute daily galley production for morning tea, afternoon tea, and special functions.
- Coordinate cocktail parties, mess dinners, and formal service aboard deployments.
- Applies NZQA Level 3 and 4 cookery training across varied galley operations and overseas assignments.
- Adapt to changing shipboard and shore-based conditions across Australia, Guam, Hawaii, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, Papua New Guinea, Tonga, Vanuatu, and Antarctica.
- Out of galley roles include firefighting, medical training and care, seamanship.
Factory Worker and Shop Assistant
11 Months- Performed general engineering tasks, following instructions and keeping work moving on schedule.
- Cleaned work areas, tools, and surfaces to support daily site readiness and basic housekeeping standards.
- Handled routine manual tasks with steady attention to detail and a reliable pace.
- Followed workplace procedures and safety expectations while working independently or with the team.
- Maintained punctual attendance and a positive work ethic throughout the role.
Shop Assistant
4 Months- Greeted customers, took orders, and served food and drinks with a polite, reliable approach.
- Prepared toasted sandwiches and paninis to keep the shop counter stocked during service periods.
- Followed food safety and hygiene practices while handling bakery items and drink preparation.
- Maintained a clean, organized service area and supported daily kitchen sanitation procedures.
- Worked part time as a dependable team member, balancing counter duties and food preparation.
Junior Workshop Assistant
1 Year 8 Months- Prepared parts for painting and finishing, following workshop instructions and supporting consistent output.
- Supported general workshop duties by moving materials, setting up tools, and assisting with day-to-day jobs.
Education
- Level 4 Cookery
- Level 3 Cookery
- Computing, General Science, Hospitality, Japanese, Photography, Religious Studies
- In 2018 I completed NCEA Level 3 and studied Computing, General Science, Hospitality, Japanese, Photography and Religious Studies.
- In 2017 I completed NCEA Level 2 and studied Chemistry, English, Hospitality, Japanese, Religious Studies and Statistics.
- In 2016 I completed NCEA Level 1 and was studying English, Mathematics, Science, Religious Studies, Home Economics, Japanese, and Physical Education. I received a merit endorsement overall and also received course endorsements in home economics and physical education.
Skills
Bulk Catering
Food Preparation
Menu Planning
Food Safety & Hygiene
Allergen Management
Bakery Planning
Kitchen Supervision
Staff Training
Shift Coordination
Event Catering
Inventory Control
HACCP and FCP Compliance
Portion Control
Kitchen Sanitation Procedures
Food Cost Management
Recipe standardization
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 2 October 2000
Leadership Responsibilities
Peer Support Leader – Act as support and carry out various sessions dealing with self-esteem, confidence building, self-awareness, communication and relationships with younger students
Certification
First Aid
Timeline
Sailor/Chef
Royal New Zealand Navy (RNZN)
02.2020 - CurrentRead More
Factory Worker and Shop Assistant
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02.2019 - 01.2020Read More
Shop Assistant
Doughboys Bakery
09.2017 - 01.2018Read More
Junior Workshop Assistant
Barnhill Engineering
04.2016 - 12.2017Read More
Villa Maria College
from Computing, General Science, Hospitality, Japanese, Photography, Religious Studies
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Royal New Zealand Navy
from Level 4 Cookery
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Royal New Zealand Navy
from Level 3 Cookery
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