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I’m Steve Perrin, a former head chef and kitchen manager turned writer. After years in professional kitchens, I pivoted to writing in 2014, founding Little Bits of Gaming and Movies, where I review, editorialize, and deep-dive into gaming and film history. I trained at Solihull College in catering, earning NVQ Level 1 and 2, and I developed a knack for researching and communicating complex ideas clearly under tight deadlines.
Since 2014 I’ve built a growing portfolio of reviews, features, and retrospectives, published books, and collaborated with media outlets. I’m passionate about video game history, culture, and storytelling, and I love turning research into engaging, accessible content.
Experience Level
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Language
English
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Work Experience
Blogger/Writer at Little Bits of Gaming and Movies
July 1, 2014 - PresentFounded and ran a blog covering reviews, editorials and retrospectives with a focus on retro and indie games; developed relationships with media outlets and press for event coverage; experience in article writing, editing, SEO and copy; published several books.
Stay at home Dad
November 1, 2020 - PresentResponsibilities include: Chef/Nutritionist for three meals a day, time and child hygiene management, stock and inventory control, entertainment and homework supervision, health & safety, behaviour management, cleaning, washing, and general household upkeep.
Line Chef at Farmer John's
May 1, 2017 - October 1, 2020All round stations; food preparation. Inventory management. Ensuring high-quality food production. Maintaining hygiene standards.
Head Chef at The Beggar’s Bush
March 1, 2015 - April 1, 2017Staff rotas, stock ordering, weekly stock-takes, day-to-day kitchen management, new menu launches.
Line Chef at TGI Fridays
April 1, 2013 - February 1, 2015Predominantly grill station, supported other stations; helped train new chefs.
Line Chef at Handmade Burger Co.
April 1, 2011 - March 1, 2013All round stations; food preparation; ensuring high-quality production; deputised in management duties as required.
Head Chef/Kitchen Manager at Mitchells & Butlers (Various brands)
January 1, 2009 - March 1, 2011Overseeing kitchen operations, staff rotas, interviewing/hiring, weekly stocktakes, maintaining hygiene and daily due diligence.
Kitchen Manager at La Tasca Broad Street
February 1, 2005 - August 1, 2008Staff rotas, stock ordering, weekly stock-takes, day-to-day kitchen management; supporting at other Birmingham locations as required.
Head Chef at The Malt House
July 1, 2000 - November 1, 2004Second role running kitchens; larger team; increased responsibility; close to events at the nearby arena.
Head Chef at The Merchant Stores
October 1, 1998 - July 1, 2000First head chef role; responsible for day-to-day kitchen operations, stock, rotas and due diligence.
Stay at home Dad at Self-employed / Household
November 1, 2020 - PresentChef/Nutritionist, meal planning for two children, stock and inventory management, hygiene and safety, homework supervision, household duties and occasional baking.
Head Chef/Kitchen Manager at Mitchells & Butlers
January 1, 2009 - March 1, 2011Ran kitchen operations; staff rotas; interviewing and hiring; weekly stocktakes; hygiene and due diligence; involved in menu launches; potential progression as Area Chef.
Chef at Branigan's Broad Street
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2020Joined Branigan's in 1998 and stayed in the industry through 2020; general kitchen duties and service standards.
Stay-at-Home Dad at Private Household
November 1, 2020 - PresentResponsibilities include: chef/nutritionist for three meals daily, time and child hygiene management, stock and inventory management, entertainment and homework supervision, health & safety, behaviour supervision, and general household upkeep plus ad hoc duties.
Line Chef at Farmer John's, Streetly, Birmingham
May 1, 2017 - October 1, 2020All-round food preparation, inventory management, ensuring high-quality production, and hygiene standards.
Head Chef at The Beggar’s Bush, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham
March 1, 2015 - April 1, 2017Staff rotas, stock ordering, weekly stock-takes, day-to-day kitchen management, and new menu launches.
Line Chef at TGI Fridays, Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham
April 1, 2013 - February 1, 2015Grill station focus with support across other stations; assisted in training new chefs.
Line Chef at Handmade Burger Co., Brindley Place, Birmingham
April 1, 2011 - March 1, 2013All-round stations; ensured high-quality production; hygiene; deputised for management duties including stock management and staff rotas.
Head Chef/Kitchen Manager at Mitchells & Butlers (Various, Birmingham)
January 1, 2009 - March 1, 2011Ran professional kitchen operations; staff rotas; interviewing and hiring; weekly stocktakes; hygiene; dailyDue diligence; training and development.
Kitchen Manager at La Tasca Broad Street, Birmingham
February 1, 2005 - August 1, 2008Staff rotas; stock ordering; weekly stock-takes; day-to-day kitchen operations; supported other restaurants as required.
Head Chef at The Malt House, Brindley Place, Birmingham
July 1, 2000 - November 1, 2004Second role running kitchens; managed a larger team and oversaw busy operations near event venues.
Head Chef at The Merchant Stores, Broad Street, Birmingham
October 1, 1998 - July 1, 2000First head chef role; responsible for day-to-day kitchen operations, stock ordering, weekly stock-takes, and due diligence.
Chef at Branigans on Broad Street, Birmingham
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2020Started in 1998 and remained in the industry through 2020.
Head Chef at The Beggar's Bush
March 1, 2015 - April 1, 2017Staff rotas, stock ordering, weekly stock-takes, day-to-day kitchen operations, and new menu launches.
Education
NVQ Level 1 & 2 in Catering at Solihull College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1992NVQ Level 1 & 2 in Catering at Solihull College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1992NVQ Level 1 & 2 in Catering at Solihull College
January 11, 2030 - March 15, 2026NVQ Level 1 in Catering at Solihull College
January 11, 2030 - March 15, 2026NVQ Level 2 in Catering at Solihull College
January 11, 2030 - March 15, 2026Qualifications
NVQ Level 1 in Catering
January 11, 2030 - February 21, 2026NVQ Level 2 in Catering
January 11, 2030 - February 21, 2026NVQ Level 1 & 2 in Catering
January 11, 2030 - March 15, 2026NVQ Level 1 & 2 in Catering
January 11, 2030 - March 15, 2026NVQ Level 1 in Catering
January 11, 2030 - March 15, 2026NVQ Level 2 in Catering
January 11, 2030 - March 15, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Education, Other, Gaming, Travel & Hospitality
Experience Level
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