Ali Raza
MELBOURNE,VIC
Summary
Dedicated cook with strong skills in meal preparation and inventory management. Committed to enhancing customer satisfaction and maintaining high safety standards in fast-paced kitchen environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
basscare
Melbourne, vic
01.2024 - Current
- Prepared diverse meals following established recipes and dietary guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
- Assisted in menu planning, aligning offerings with nutritional standards and resident preferences.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient kitchen operations.
- Trained new staff on cooking techniques and kitchen protocols.
- Managed inventory by tracking supplies and placing orders to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
- Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
- Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals, enhancing customer dining experience.
- Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
cook
Dosa hut
South morang, vic
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Prepared meals adhering to dietary requirements and nutritional guidelines.
- Collaborated with staff to ensure efficient meal service during peak hours.
- Assisted in menu planning by providing insights on seasonal ingredients.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper cooking techniques and safety protocols.
- Coordinated with departments to facilitate special event catering requests.
- Maintained cleanliness by sweeping, mopping, washing surfaces, and emptying trash cans.
- Operated ovens, fryers, and mixers safely to prevent accidents and machinery malfunctions.
Education
Certificate - Certificate Iii in Commercial Cookery
Melbourne City College
Melbourne, VIC05-2026
Certificate - Painting And Decorating
Vocational Traninig Institute
Melbourne, VIC05-2024
Skills
- Food safety
- Menu planning
- Inventory management
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Recipe adherence
- Time management
- Kitchen organization
- Culinary art
- Temperature control
- Food storage
- Food waste reduction
- Pastry making
- Cost control
- Recipe modification
- Health and safety compliance
- International cuisine
- Quality assurance and control
- Staff training
Timeline
Cook
basscare
01.2024 - Current
cook
Dosa hut
01.2023 - 04.2024
Certificate - Certificate Iii in Commercial Cookery
Melbourne City College
Certificate - Painting And Decorating
Vocational Traninig Institute