Aesha Patel
Southport
Summary
Motivated and reliable Chef with hands-on experience in hotel breakfast, lunch, and dinner service, including buffet operations and live cooking stations. Skilled in food preparation, temperature control, hygiene standards, and guest service. Recently entrusted with Demi Chef responsibilities, demonstrating strong teamwork, leadership potential, and ability to perform under pressure.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Commis Chef – Breakfast & Lunch (Weekend)
The Star
05.2024 - Current
- Preparing and cooking breakfast, lunch, and dinner delicacy according to recipes, portioning, and presentation standards.
- Manage buffet setup, presentation, and continuous food top-ups during busy service periods.
- Operating live eggs, pasta and carving stations.
- Conduct regular temperature checks to ensure food safety and compliance.
- Ensure all food is stored correctly, labelled, and rotated to minimise waste.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in line with HACCP requirements.
- Reliever Demi Chef (Selected Days)
- Entrusted to step up as Demi Chef in absence of chef de partie.
- Supported smooth kitchen operations and coordinated with team members.
- Assisted with quality control and service flow during peak periods.
- Sections Worked:
- Grill & Hot Section
- Pastry section
Chef
Commis Chef
11.2023 - Current
Cook – Dinner Buffet (Placement & Paid Role)
JW Marriott
11.2023 - 08.2024
- Completed placement shifts as part of hospitality studies, gaining exposure to multiple kitchen sections.
- Worked across different sections during placement, developing understanding of hotel kitchen operations.
- Upon commencement of employment, primarily assigned to the seafood buffet section.
- Responsible for topping up and presenting seafood items, salads, and pastries during service.
- Maintained buffet presentation, cleanliness, and food quality standards.
- Worked collaboratively with team members in a fast-paced hotel environment.
- Labelled and dated food items; maintained cleanliness of cool rooms and freezers.
- Followed food safety, hygiene, and workplace health standards at all times.
Client Services Assistant (Food Services)
Ozcare Parkwood Gardens (Aged Care Facility)
07.2021 - 05.2024
- Built strong client relationships through professional and compassionate service.
- Assisted in preparation and service of meals according to residents’ dietary needs.
- Delivered meals efficiently and checked food quality prior to service.
- Prepared special meals for residents with allergies or dietary restrictions.
- Maintained cleanliness of dining and service areas.
Kitchen Staff Member
The Royal Thai Hut
03.2020 - 01.2021
- Assisted across different cooking stations during service.
- Prepared vegetables, garnishes, and basic food items.
- Maintained cleanliness and organisation of kitchen work areas.
- Prepared dine-in, takeaway, and delivery orders efficiently.
Education
Diploma - Hospitality Management
Greenwich College
Southport, Queensland04.2024
Master - Social Work And Human Resources
Sardar Patel University
Anand, Gujarat, India03.2018
Bachelor - Commerce
Maharaja Sayajirao University
Gujarat, India04.2016
Skills
- Managing Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Service
- Live Cooking Stations
- Handling À la carte and Table d'hôte menu, Buffet service
- Mise-en-place and Plarting
- Including HACCP & WHS Standards
- Buffet Setup, Top-Up & Presentation
- Ordering and maintaining stock
- Wastage and cost control following FIFO method
- Maintaining quality control
- Teamwork & Communication
- Time Management & Multitasking
- Supervising the operations
AVAILABILITY
No restrictions and flexible hours
Timeline
Commis Chef – Breakfast & Lunch (Weekend)
The Star
05.2024 - Current
Chef
Commis Chef
11.2023 - Current
Cook – Dinner Buffet (Placement & Paid Role)
JW Marriott
11.2023 - 08.2024
Client Services Assistant (Food Services)
Ozcare Parkwood Gardens (Aged Care Facility)
07.2021 - 05.2024
Kitchen Staff Member
The Royal Thai Hut
03.2020 - 01.2021
Master - Social Work And Human Resources
Sardar Patel University
Bachelor - Commerce
Maharaja Sayajirao University
Diploma - Hospitality Management
Greenwich College