Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Cafe53
53 Mcnamara Avenue, Airport West, Victoria
08.2020 - Current
Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
Pizza Chef
Pizzabar91
91 Mcnamara Avenue, Airport West, Melbourne
07.2021 - Current
Operated pizza oven and other kitchen equipment safely to protect team members from harm and equipment from damage.
Created specialty pizzas to diversify menu and promote restaurant.
Fostered positive working environment through effective communication and time management.
Prepared dough from scratch using old world recipe and added toppings, cheese, and sauce for unique pies.
Wiped down counters and food prep stations using bleach and clean cloths.
Prepared raw materials for cooking by cutting vegetables and preparing dough.
Topped pizzas with right ingredients based on orders utilizing recipe-directed amounts and distribution methods.
Monitored and maintained clean working areas and cooking surfaces.
Maintained pizza-making and kitchen equipment to keep items in good working condition and kitchen operating smoothly.
Used pizza cutter to slice pizzas according to size and customer specifications.
Monitored pizzas throughout cooking process to deliver correct doneness and prevent burning or undercooking.
Operated grills, fryers and ovens to cook food items.
Scrubbed grill on customer request due to food allergies to clean food residue and avoid issues with allergens.
Cleaned and sanitized work areas, utensils and equipment.
Used kitchen equipment safely and reduced risk of injuries and burns.