Akandeep Kaur
Richmond ,NSW
Summary
A highly motivated self-starter with IT skills, accounting and over one year of experience in retail & hospitality environment. Pursuing opportunity which will allow me to grow professionally while effectively using my versatile my skills to help to promote goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Patiala house
Richmond
07.2023 - Current
- Greeting customers, taking customer’s order and serving them food
- Interacted with customers in a busy, crowded restaurant
- Take dishes and glasses away from tables and counters
- Assisting kitchen staff with food preparation
- Present menus and respond any questions regarding menu items
- Prepare and serve specialty dishes at tables.
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
Assistant in Nursing
Hawkesbury Living Aged Care
Richmond, NSW
03.2024 - 08.2024
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
Chef
Asees Indian restaurant
Wollongong , Nsw
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service issues.
- Adjusted seasonings of dishes according to customers' tastes.
- Developed creative ideas for special events or promotions involving food preparation or presentation.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Trained new chefs on proper cooking techniques and menu items.
Catering Assistant
Blue cross aged care
Melbroune , Vic
03.2021 - 08.2022
- Assisted in setting up and breaking down catering events.
- Prepared food items according to recipes and instructions.
- Ensured quality control of all food products before serving.
- Organized buffet tables, beverage areas, and other service stations prior to events.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment and surfaces after each event.
- Received orders from clients and communicated details to the chef team accordingly.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols at all times.
- Inspected incoming shipments for freshness or damage before accepting them into the facility.
- Ensured proper storage of perishables in walk-in refrigerators, freezers, and dry storage areas.
- Adhered to all health department regulations regarding food handling and sanitation practices.
- Supported chefs in preparing meals for large groups efficiently and on time.
- Followed strict guidelines set forth by executive chef or management team when prepping ingredients or assembling dishes.
- Plated finished dishes according to presentation standards set forth by the restaurant.
- Attended weekly staff meetings with management team to discuss upcoming events and new menu items.
- Set up and cleaned up food preparation and service stations before and after catered events.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations and storage areas.
Packer
India at home
Melbroune , Bic
01.2020 - 03.2021
- Unloaded and loaded trucks with merchandise for distribution.
- Organized inventory in the warehouse according to established procedures.
- Inspected packages for accuracy and completeness before shipping.
- Packed products in accordance with specified instructions.
- Wrapped items securely using appropriate packing materials.
- Labeled boxes, crates, and other containers accurately.
- Weighed packages to determine shipping costs.
- Assisted customers with inquiries regarding their orders.
- Prepared documents such as bills of lading, invoices, manifests, and purchase orders.
- Checked stock levels on a daily basis to ensure availability of items for shipment.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed at all times during loading and unloading operations.
- Utilized barcode scanners to track incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Reviewed packing slips and other documentation to properly box requested items for shipment.
- Marked and labeled containers with accurate shipping information to prevent delays.
Education
Certificate 3 In Individual Support In Aged Care A -
Australian Community And Management College
Diploma in Hospitality
Aveta College of Vocational Training
Melbroune08-2022
Cert 3 in Commercial Cookery
Aveta College of Vocational Training
Melbroune01-2021
Pursuing - Master of Professional Accounting
01.2019
BBA -
Apex Institute of Technology And Management
India08-2016
High School Diploma -
Milton Educational Academy
India05-2013
Skills
- Working experience and knowledge of computer
- Advanced knowledge and working experience of Microsoft office 2007
Timeline
Assistant in Nursing
Hawkesbury Living Aged Care
03.2024 - 08.2024
Chef
Patiala house
07.2023 - Current
Chef
Asees Indian restaurant
01.2023 - 06.2023
Catering Assistant
Blue cross aged care
03.2021 - 08.2022
Packer
India at home
01.2020 - 03.2021
Diploma in Hospitality
Aveta College of Vocational Training
Cert 3 in Commercial Cookery
Aveta College of Vocational Training
Pursuing - Master of Professional Accounting
BBA -
Apex Institute of Technology And Management
High School Diploma -
Milton Educational Academy
Certificate 3 In Individual Support In Aged Care A -
Australian Community And Management College