Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages Known
Timeline
Training
Hobbies and Interests
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Akash Chaudhary

Thomastown

Summary

Offering solid foundation in culinary principles and strong desire to excel in kitchen environment. Brings understanding of basic cooking techniques and ability to follow recipes precisely, ensuring consistency and quality. Ready to use and develop skills in menu planning and ingredient sourcing in Chef role.

Personable and creative individual with passion for culinary arts, committed to delivering high-quality dishes and memorable dining experiences. Possesses foundational culinary techniques and skills in kitchen safety, hygiene, and food preparation. Aims to bring innovative flavors and efficient service to create positive impact in any culinary setting.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Summer Intern

Spectrum Info gain Services
  • Done Summer Internship with Spectrum Info gain Services

Kitchen Hand

Abbey Road Cafe
11.2019 - 01.2020
  • Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies.
  • Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.

Supermarket Employee

Woolworths Group
02.2020 - 06.2021

Chef

Don Antonio Italian Restaurant
07.2021 - 03.2025
  • 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.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.

Education

Class 12 -

J.P. Academy
01.2013

B.COM (HONS) -

Lovely Professional University
01.2016

MPA -

Charles Sturt University
Melbourne
07-2021

MBA -

Victorian Institute of Technology
Melbourne, VIC
06-2022

Certificate IV - Chef

Acumen College
Melbourne
11-2022

Skills

  • Food safety and sanitation
  • Cooking techniques
  • Knife skills
  • Food quality
  • Kitchen management
  • Food presentation
  • Meal preparation
  • Team collaboration
  • Kitchen operations
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Grilling techniques

Accomplishments

  • Prepared 200 meals, including appetizers and desserts, for high-volume catering event.
  • Reduced food costs by 5% by sourcing and securing new Vegetables supplier.
  • Selected to create and prepare unique dishes for private parties with well-known celebrities.
  • Re-designed kitchen stations and equipment placement which increased productivity and enhanced workflow processes.

Languages Known

English
Hindi

Timeline

Chef

Don Antonio Italian Restaurant
07.2021 - 03.2025

Supermarket Employee

Woolworths Group
02.2020 - 06.2021

Kitchen Hand

Abbey Road Cafe
11.2019 - 01.2020

Summer Intern

Spectrum Info gain Services

Class 12 -

J.P. Academy

B.COM (HONS) -

Lovely Professional University

MPA -

Charles Sturt University

MBA -

Victorian Institute of Technology

Certificate IV - Chef

Acumen College

Training

Attended seminar on researching Food Recipes and exploring Cultural Foods.

Hobbies and Interests

  • Passionate about food and cooking, with experience developing and testing new recipes for a personal blog.
  • Avid traveler, enjoys exploring different cuisines and cultures.
Akash Chaudhary