I am Laura Porteous, an artist and designer. I am grateful for your attention to my resume. As well as life experience and creative enthusiasm, I bring an extensive hospitality background from previous careers. Having led kitchen teams and catering operations and been looking after high net-worth clients in the skiing industry for over 15 years. I am driven to inspire and deliver client's dreams. I'm look forward to listening to you and finding out what you need. I can't wait to create something special with you. Let me show you what I can do for you.

Laura Porteous

I am Laura Porteous, an artist and designer. I am grateful for your attention to my resume. As well as life experience and creative enthusiasm, I bring an extensive hospitality background from previous careers. Having led kitchen teams and catering operations and been looking after high net-worth clients in the skiing industry for over 15 years. I am driven to inspire and deliver client's dreams. I'm look forward to listening to you and finding out what you need. I can't wait to create something special with you. Let me show you what I can do for you.

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I am Laura Porteous, an artist and designer.
I am grateful for your attention to my resume. As well as life experience and creative enthusiasm, I bring an extensive hospitality background from previous careers. Having led kitchen teams and catering operations and been looking after high net-worth clients in the skiing industry for over 15 years. I am driven to inspire and deliver client’s dreams.
I’m look forward to listening to you and finding out what you need. I can’t wait to create something special with you. Let me show you what I can do for you.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Proprietaire et artiste at LP Artworks
January 1, 2016 - Present
Gestion d'une petite entreprise d'arts et design, création et vente d'œuvres, gestion des contenus marketing et développement de la présence sur les réseaux sociaux.
Catering Manager at Peak Leaders Catering
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2024
Managed a five-person kitchen team and catering operations; oversight of budgeting, costing, and food supplies; sourced venues and organized catering events for clients; delivered high-quality service and mentored participants in programmatic activities.
Personal Assistant at Ms. Johanna Bernstein
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Management and monitoring of accounts; collecting documents for tax declarations; organizing schedules, onboarding, access control and priority setting; compiled reports for international law contexts.
Head Chef at La Terrasse Blonde
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Supervision of a five-person kitchen team; ensured health and safety standards; delivered Swedish fusion cuisine; managed kitchen budget and supplies; coordinated with executive chef; recruitment and training; menu costing and pricing; led for client catering with allergy-conscious menus; mentored young participants.
Chef and Pizzaiolo at Le Koti
June 1, 2025 - Present
Full mastery of the menu, efficiently and quickly preparing lunch and dinner service; independent management of pizza sections; responsible for kitchen operations.

Education

Diploma of Interior Design at National Design Academy, UK
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

DELF B2 French Certificate
January 1, 2018 - May 6, 2026
Swiss Permit C (Independent)
January 1, 2016 - May 6, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Retail, Other, Education