A little about myself
Armed with a Higher Diploma in Hotel and Institutional Management as well as 1st Class Honors Degree in Hospitality Management combined with over 17years experience in the industry of which the past 4 years have been spent setting up and running a very successful 4 star B&B in Hepburn Springs, Victoria, from initial concept to its sale in 2005 makes me the prefect choice to relieve you whilst you have that well deserved break. In between my work and study history I have travelled extensively throughout Europe, Africa, Asia and Australia experiencing varied cultures tastes and tourism products. This I feel helps me to understand the needs and desires of Australian and overseas guests.
Credentials
Insurances Public liability
Professional indemnity
Cleared Police Check
My Qualifications
THAMES VALLEY UNIVERSITY
BA (Hons) Hospitality Management
Grade: 1st Class Honors
Tourism, Hospitality and Leisure
Strategic Hospitality Management
Liquor Management
Entrepreneurial skills and Small Business Management
Contemporary Issues and the Hospitality Industry
Food Policy
Service Industries Dissertation on Total Quality Management (TQM)
CHICHESTER COLLEGE OF HIGHER EDUCATION
HND Hotel Catering and Institutional Management
Grade: Distinction in all categories
Business Organisation
WINE & SPIRIT EDUCATION TRUST
Wine & Spirits Certificate
THE ROYAL SOCIETY OF HEALTH
Essential Food Hygiene Certificate
ST JOHNS AMBULANCE
First Aid Course - Lifesaver Plus Certificate
BRACE
Food Safety Supervisors Certificate
Achievements & Special Skills
Excellent organisation & time management skills
Able to work unsupervised & in a professional manner at all times
Able to work in pressurised environment and to tight deadlines
Excellent team working skills with proven ability to supervise and train less experienced staff
Extensive experience in both front of house and back of house (kitchen)
10 years of experience in catering industry within UK and Internationally. (3 years for Premier Conran Restaurant under supervision of Simon Hopkinson).
Award : Chichester College - Student of the Year 1998
Awarded HND Distinction in all areas 1998
Awarded 1st Class Honours Degree 1999
Employment History
65 Main B&B
POSITION : Owner Operator
Initial concept to the successful operation of a 5 room Guest House In Hepburn Springs now in its 5th year of Trading
Developed and implemented a marketing plan.
Established a range of accommodation packages to cater to selected niche markets.
Built up a loyal client base that came to rely on the high standards.
Catered to special functions e.g. birthdays, anniversaries and theme events.
Developed marketing material.
Managed target e-mail list.
Hands on management style including all daily operations such as meal planning & preparation, all housekeeping.
Book keeping
DALY'S WINE BAR AND RESTAURANT
POSITION : Deputy Manager
RESPONSIBLITIES INCLUDE:-
Overseeing the running of 2 bars plus a 90 seater restaurant
Liasing with kitchen with regards to menu selection
Marketing
Promotions
Ordering and controlling extensive wine list
Management of stock
Record keeping of manual handling, risk assessment, health & safety
Reconciliation of till, staff wages and accounts
Employment of new staff
Supervision, training, rostering & delegating duties within restaurant and bar
CAFFE UNO
POSITION : Assistant Manager
RESPONSIBLITIES INCLUDE:-
Promotions, sourcing and booking entertainment
Management of stock
Record keeping of manual handling, risk assessment, health & safety
Reconciliation of till, staff wages and accounts
Employment of new staff
Supervision, training, rostering & delegating duties within restaurant and bar
ELSTED INN
POSITION: Assistant Manager
Reconciliation of customer and daily accounts
Management of stock and cellar
Supervision, training, rostering & delegating duties within kitchen and bar
Overseeing running of kitchen
ELSTED INN
POSITION: Second Chef
RESPONSIBILITES INCLUDED:-
Assisting the Head Chef with food preparation
Supervision, training, rostering and delegating duties within kitchen
KIBBUTZ NETIV-HALAMED HE
POSITION: Volunteer
RESPONSIBILITES INCLUDED:-
Group leader who organised social events
Assisted in kitchen with food preparation for 2000+ covers
BIBENDUM RESTAURANT & OYSTER BAR
POSITION: Commis Chef
RESPONSIBILITES INCLUDED:-
Menu planning and preparation
Stock taking, ordering and customer relations
Supervision and training of Oyster Bar Staff
References:
Margaret Gill
Transition Specialist
A Bold Authentic Life
www.margaretgill.com
"Kim Horton is the Queen of Clean! On approaching her BnB the thing that always struck me was the sparkling windows, then once inside the whole place just shone. I’ve never seen a higher standard set by anyone else in the way she ran her operation. I would strongly recommend her to any prospective accommodation operator as someone with incredibly high levels of integrity, cleanliness and discretion. Her SpaBedz business is a true example of someone following their passion in their work and Kim would be an incredible asset to any operation. Plus, her breakfasts ROCK!"
Renee Ludekens and Jackie Coates
Owner/Operators of Pendower House B&B, Daylesford, VIC
"We have known Kim Horton for over 4 years in a professional and social relationship.
Kim is a warm and thoughtful person, caring towards her friends and nurturing of her friendships. She is an excellent chef and we have been privileged to enjoy many of her dinner parties where Kim excels in creating delicious dishes.
Kim Horton owned and operated a successful accommodation business in Hepburn Springs. With her vision of a relaxed and hospitable environment, Kim created this through negations with council, local tradesmen and in some cases renovating herself. She has always been able to look ahead and envision what was required, whether for guests or for the business. Her computer skills enabled her to market successfully on the web as well as state-wide and interstate. Kim’s warmth and friendliness made her business one of the more successful B&B’s in the Hepburn region and one that was sought after by many tourists.
She has a strong understanding of the local region and from over 4 years of experience, what makes a successful B&B.
We wish her well in her next business venture."
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