Summary
Personal Information
Overview
Education
Work History
Certification
Skills
Cuisine Knowledge
Accomplishments
Languages
Timeline
Hobbies and Interests
Volunteer Experience
Referees
References
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ABDUL M I DEAN

U 1 194 Johnson Street Maffra,Gippsland Victoria
ABDUL M I DEAN

Summary

Innovative Chef recognized for exceptional productivity and efficiency in culinary operations. Expertise in menu development, inventory management, and culinary techniques. Proven ability to manage time effectively, foster teamwork, and adapt to dynamic kitchen environments, resulting in outstanding dining experiences.

Personal Information

  • Age: 39
  • Gender: male
  • Birthplace: Fiji Island
  • Full working rights

Overview

23
years of professional experience
10
Certificate

Education

SYDNEY MANAGMENT & TRAVEL ACADEMY
Australia

Advance Diploma from Hospitality Administration And Management
01.2025

University Overview

  • SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management
  • SIT50422 Diploma in Hospitality Management
  • SIT60322 Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH PACIFIC (USP)
Suva, Fiji

Diploma from Hospitality Management
06.2022

University Overview

  • Certificate IV in Commerical Cookery
  • Diploma in Culinary Arts & Management

AUSTRALIA PACIFIC TECHNICAL COLLEGE (APTC)
Suva, Fiji

Graduate Certificate
01.2016

University Overview

  • SIT30813 Certificate III in commercial cookery
  • Certificate in Covid safe work training in dining In.
  • Certificate in Digital Literacy Essentials
  • Certificate in Communication Technologies for Business Success.
  • Certificate in Cyber Security Essentials
  • Certificate in Digital Data Essentials

Fiji National University
Fiji

from Automotive Engineering
2015-01

TRAINING AND PRODUCTIVITY AUTHORITY OF FIJI (TPAF)
Suva, Fiji

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery
01.2007

FEMMUS SCHOOL OF HOSPITALITY
Suva, Fiji

Certificate IV in General Hospitality
01.2005

University Overview

  • Certificate in Food & Beverage
  • Certificate in Front Office
  • Certificate in Housekeeping

FIJI INSTITUE OF TECHNOLOGY (FIT)
Suva, Fiji

Automotive Engineering Trade Certificate Stage I
01.2004

Work History

138 Coffee House
Maffra, Victoria

Chef | Breakfast Chef
2024.02 - Current (2 education.years_Label & 7 education.months_Label)

Job overview

  • Executed early morning shifts, managing breakfast and lunch service operations.
  • Ensured adherence to restaurant recipes and presentation standards through monitoring of food preparation methods.

Heyfield Railway Hotel
Heyfield, Victoria

Chef
2025.04 - 2025.08 (4 education.months_Label)

Job overview

  • Flexible part-time availability, two nights each week.

RAFF BASE
Sale, Victoria

Chef
2024.06 - 2024.10 (4 education.months_Label)

Job overview

  • Executed large-scale cooking and meal preparation for officers, cadets, and base visitors while upholding strict sanitation standards.

Maffra Community Sports Club
Maffra, Victoria

Grill Chef
2024.03 - 2024.08 (5 education.months_Label)

Job overview

  • Performed evening shifts on casual part-time basis.

Tinamba Hotel
Tinamba, Victoria

Food & Beverage Attendant
2024.03 - 2024.08 (5 education.months_Label)

Job overview

  • Executed night shifts on part-time basis

Iconic Cake Fiji
Suva, Fiji

Entrepreneur
2022.01 - 2024.01 (2 education.years_Label)

Job overview

Developed team of proficient experts to meet strategic goals and optimize operational performance.

Chasing Tails Pet Boarding
Suva, Fiji

Entrepreneur
2021.12 - 2024.01 (2 education.years_Label & 1 education.month_Label)

Job overview

  • Delivered canine training services to improve pet behavior and obedience.
  • Provided boarding facilities with specialized herbal treatment options for pets.

Innovative Catering Solutions
Suva City, Fiji

Director | Chef De Cuisine
2018.07 - 2024.01 (5 education.years_Label & 6 education.months_Label)

Job overview

  • Oversaw daily catering operations through coordination of chefs and catering assistants.

Deans Bed & Breakfast
Suva, Fiji

Entrepreneur
2019.06 - 2025.05 (5 education.years_Label & 11 education.months_Label)

Job overview

  • Facilitated hospitality services for local and international guests, enhancing overall experience.

Grand Pacific Hotel / IHG Group
Suva, Fiji

Chef
2016.07 - 2016.12 (5 education.months_Label)

Job overview

  • Evaluated food preparation methods and portion sizes to ensure alignment with restaurant standards.

Maxtrix Holdings Bad Dog & Dog Father Restaurants
Suva, Fiji

Chef De Cuisine
2013.10 - 2016.06 (2 education.years_Label & 8 education.months_Label)

Job overview

  • Led team of cooks and dishwashers, enhancing kitchen operations for maximum efficiency

Handi Foods Ltd Group Hells Pizza
Auckland City, New Zealand

Company Chef | Supervisor
2010.07 - 2013.07 (3 education.years_Label)

Job overview

  • Produced pizzas for Hells Pizza, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
  • Managed food preparation processes across restaurant and cold factory outlet.

JR Hospitality Group
Auckland City, New Zealand

Company Chef | Food & Beverage Attendant
2008.02 - 2010.07 (2 education.years_Label & 5 education.months_Label)

Job overview

  • Managed daily operations of the kitchen including scheduling shifts for staff.

Matrix Holding Ltd Bad Dog Restaurants
Suva, Fiji

Chef De Partie
2006.02 - 2008.01 (1 education.year_Label & 11 education.months_Label)

Job overview

  • Ensured compliance with food handling regulations and sanitation standards in kitchen operations.

McDonalds Group
Suva, Fiji

Restaurant Crew
2004.01 - 2006.02 (2 education.years_Label & 1 education.month_Label)

Job overview

  • Delivered rapid service while ensuring adherence to company standards and regulations.

Goodman Feilder, Crest Chicken
Suva, Fiji

Casual Worker | Holiday Job
2003.11 - 2003.12 (1 education.month_Label)

Job overview

  • Learned required tasks quickly to enhance overall performance.

Safeway Electronics
Laucala Beach, Fiji

Junior Technician
2002.12 - 2002.12

Job overview

  • Developed comprehensive understanding of ADT alarm installations, programming, CCTV configurations, and diagnostic procedures.

Certification

  • SITHFAB021: Responsible service of alcohol
  • SITXFSA006 Food safety supervisor
  • 01/01/25 working with children card number is 3399738A-01, volunteer
  • 01/01/25 NDIS worker screening identification number is 14468003, volunteer
  • 01/01/25 Do Foods Safely certificate
  • 31/05/25, all about allergens for cooks and chefs

Skills

  • Menu development and recipe creation
  • Crisis management and problem solving
  • Wine and spirits expertise
  • Food costing strategies
  • Dietary accommodations
  • Plating and presentation techniques
  • Culinary diversity
  • Seasonal food preparation
  • Leadership and multitasking
  • Culinary skills
  • Menu planning
  • Food safety practices
  • Customer service excellence
  • Time management strategies
  • Inventory management systems
  • Team leadership development
  • Adaptable communication skills
  • Pastry expertise
  • Business management principles
  • Operations management oversight
  • Budgeting and cost control techniques
  • Attention to detail in execution
  • Nutrition knowledge and application
  • Food and beverage pairing expertise

Cuisine Knowledge

  • Indian
  • Chinese
  • Italian
  • French
  • Middle Eastern
  • Japanese
  • Vietnamese
  • Thai
  • Modern Australian
  • Intercontinental
  • Lebanese
  • Pakistani
  • Persian

Accomplishments

  • 26/10/13 food safety training certificate at the New Zealand Qualifications Association (NZQA)
  • 06/01/16 certificate in first aid (APTC)
  • 06/01/16 Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (APTC)
  • 01/01/19 member of the Young Entrepreneurs Council, Suva, Fiji (YEC)
  • 01/01/21, member of the Rotaract Club of Suva, Fiji
  • 01/01/24 Do Foods Safely certificate

Languages

English
Full Professional
Fijian
Limited
Hindi
Full Professional
Punjabi
Limited
Fiji Hindi
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Chef

Heyfield Railway Hotel
2025.04 - 2025.08 (4 education.months_Label)

Chef

RAFF BASE
2024.06 - 2024.10 (4 education.months_Label)

Grill Chef

Maffra Community Sports Club
2024.03 - 2024.08 (5 education.months_Label)

Food & Beverage Attendant

Tinamba Hotel
2024.03 - 2024.08 (5 education.months_Label)

Chef | Breakfast Chef

138 Coffee House
2024.02 - Current (2 education.years_Label & 7 education.months_Label)

Entrepreneur

Iconic Cake Fiji
2022.01 - 2024.01 (2 education.years_Label)

Entrepreneur

Chasing Tails Pet Boarding
2021.12 - 2024.01 (2 education.years_Label & 1 education.month_Label)

Entrepreneur

Deans Bed & Breakfast
2019.06 - 2025.05 (5 education.years_Label & 11 education.months_Label)

Director | Chef De Cuisine

Innovative Catering Solutions
2018.07 - 2024.01 (5 education.years_Label & 6 education.months_Label)

Chef

Grand Pacific Hotel / IHG Group
2016.07 - 2016.12 (5 education.months_Label)

Chef De Cuisine

Maxtrix Holdings Bad Dog & Dog Father Restaurants
2013.10 - 2016.06 (2 education.years_Label & 8 education.months_Label)

Company Chef | Supervisor

Handi Foods Ltd Group Hells Pizza
2010.07 - 2013.07 (3 education.years_Label)

Company Chef | Food & Beverage Attendant

JR Hospitality Group
2008.02 - 2010.07 (2 education.years_Label & 5 education.months_Label)

Chef De Partie

Matrix Holding Ltd Bad Dog Restaurants
2006.02 - 2008.01 (1 education.year_Label & 11 education.months_Label)

Restaurant Crew

McDonalds Group
2004.01 - 2006.02 (2 education.years_Label & 1 education.month_Label)

Casual Worker | Holiday Job

Goodman Feilder, Crest Chicken
2003.11 - 2003.12 (1 education.month_Label)

Junior Technician

Safeway Electronics
2002.12 - 2002.12

SYDNEY MANAGMENT & TRAVEL ACADEMY

Advance Diploma from Hospitality Administration And Management

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH PACIFIC (USP)

Diploma from Hospitality Management

AUSTRALIA PACIFIC TECHNICAL COLLEGE (APTC)

Graduate Certificate

Fiji National University

from Automotive Engineering

TRAINING AND PRODUCTIVITY AUTHORITY OF FIJI (TPAF)

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

FEMMUS SCHOOL OF HOSPITALITY

Certificate IV in General Hospitality

FIJI INSTITUE OF TECHNOLOGY (FIT)

Automotive Engineering Trade Certificate Stage I

Hobbies and Interests

  • Beach life and outdoor activities
  • Dog training
  • Historical documentaries
  • Legal drag racing

Volunteer Experience

Rotaract Club, Suva, Fiji, 01/01/21, 01/01/22

Referees

  • Fiji Work Referee
  • Ms. Karishma Lata, Innovative Catering Solutions, Suva City, Fiji, sous chef, +679 8402845
  • Mr. Nazeem Mohammad, Matrix Holdings Bad Dog, Suva City, Fiji, Financial Controller, +679 331 2455
  • Fiji Business referee
  • Mr. Mohammad Gani, Brother International, Suva City, Fiji, country manager, +679 330 0250
  • Mr. Sandeep Raju, Morden Concept, Lautoka City, Fiji, Director, +679 8799489
  • Australia Work referee
  • Mr. Wayne Robinson, 138 Coffee House, Johnson Street, Maffra, Victoria, Australia, co-owner, +61 438 547 938
  • Mr. Dan Keck, 138 Coffee House, Johnson Street, Maffra, Victoria, Australia, head chef, +61

References

References available upon request.
ABDUL M I DEAN