Culinary professional experienced in preparing high-quality meals and managing kitchen operation Skilled in food safety, kitchen equipment maintenance, and team leadership. Bringing strong communicaon and me management skills to ensure efficient service and customer satisfaction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Ballarat Grammer
Ballarat
04.2025 - Current
Chef Di Pare
Comfort in Capital Horsham
Horsham
12.2021 - 02.2025
Engaged with customers to offer menu information, provide suggestions and show genuine appreciation for business.
Assisted in the development of dietary plans for special customers.
Prepared ingredients and cooked meals according to established recipes.
Organized and managed catered events, ensuring quality food and service standards were met.
Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems.
Committed to delivering excellent customer service while working in a fast-paced environment.
Focused on learning new skills and staying updated with industry changes.
Participated in ongoing training to enhance own job skills and knowledge.
Preparing meals and food
Properly measuring kitchen ingredients and food portions
Ensuring kitchen staff adhere to set standards, procedures, department rules and sanitation requirements
Managing the kitchen inventory and ensuring supplies are fresh and of high quality
Assisted Head Chef with training new team members on standard operating procedures within the kitchen area.
Ensured that all dishes were served promptly at correct temperatures as per customer requirements.
Kept waste to a minimum by utilizing food storage and food recycling techniques.
Developed recipes and techniques for preparing, cooking and presenting foods according to restaurant standards.
Chef
Cardinia Park Hotel
Beaconfield
01.2021 - 11.2021
Chef
Beer Deluxe
Federation Square
01.2019 - 12.2020
Cook
Paesano Restaurant
Hampton Park
08.2018 - 12.2018
Labeled and stored raw food ingredients in appropriate storage room, walk-in refrigerator, or freezer.
Created lists for kitchen personnel for daily food preparation tasks.
Adapted quickly when presented with changes in orders or unexpected requests from customers.
Improved food quality and consistency by creating new, diverse recipes.
Implemented strategies to reduce waste through careful planning of meals served.
Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs.
Oversaw grill, stove and oven and cleaned all equipment after every shift.
Maintained organized mise en place to keep work efficient and consistent.
Ensured the food preparation areas were clean and hygienic.
Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
Demonstrated ability to work quickly and accurately in high-pressure environments.
Cooked food according to recipes set by establishment.
Labeled and dated food, keeping industrial refrigerators and freezers neat and orderly.
Prepared large quantities of food items according to recipes or specific customer orders.
Education
CERTIFICATE 4 - COMMERCIAL COOKERY
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Melbourne
CERTIFICATE 3 - COMMERCIAL COOKERY
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Melbourne
DIPLOMA - Hospitality Management
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Melbourne
Skills
Food preparation and cooking techniques
Menu planning and development
Stock control and inventory management
Food safety and hygiene compliance
Kitchen organisation and workflow management
Portion control and cost management
Ability to work in a fast paced environment
Knowledge of different cuisines and dietary requirements
Plating and presentation skills
Personal Information
Title: Chef
References
Hoshiyar Singh, The Capital (Comfort INN), (041) 098-3607
Gayan Samarasingha, Cater Care, Site Manager, 61404915838, gayan.gunasekara@catercare.com.au
Languages
Hindi
English
Punjabi, Native
Hindi, Native
English, Fluent
Goals
My goal is to work in reputable restaurants all over the world and expand my knowledge.