Aditya Kumar
Mulgrave,VIC
Summary
Accomplished Chef with a proven track record at Baby Eggs, enhancing kitchen efficiency and mastering food safety and sanitation. Skilled in cooking techniques and staff coordination, I significantly improved customer satisfaction through meticulous menu planning and food presentation. Passionate about leveraging hard and soft skills to excel in dynamic culinary environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Pantry Glen Iris
03.2024 - Current
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization in kitchen, passing all health inspections with excellent ratings.
Chef
Baby Eggs
10.2022 - 01.2024
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Produce Worker
Colonial Fresh
02.2019 - 01.2023
- Rotated produce on display by following "first in – first out” policy.
- Supported loss prevention initiatives by monitoring inventory levels and reporting discrepancies or suspected thefts promptly.
- Optimized workflow efficiency within the department by consistently organizing workstations according to task requirements.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing prompt and knowledgeable assistance in the produce department.
- Maintained a clean and safe shopping environment through consistent sanitation practices and adherence to safety protocols.
- Reduced waste by implementing proper storage techniques for perishable items, extending shelf life, and minimizing spoilage.
- Checked temperature of refrigerated cases and walk-in coolers to prevent bacteria growth and spoilage of produce.
Education
Diploma Of Hospitality - Hospitality
Australian Vocational Education & Training Academy
Melbourne, VIC08.2023
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Customer service
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Kitchen management
- Food presentation
- Sanitation practices
- Staff coordination
- Menu planning
Timeline
Chef
Pantry Glen Iris
03.2024 - Current
Chef
Baby Eggs
10.2022 - 01.2024
Produce Worker
Colonial Fresh
02.2019 - 01.2023
Diploma Of Hospitality - Hospitality
Australian Vocational Education & Training Academy
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