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
Melissa cakes
Melbourne , Vic
12.2022 - Current
Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
Improved team efficiency by organizing workstations and prep areas before peak hours.
Trained new staff on food preparation and safety procedures.
Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies.
Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
Monitored food temperature, discarding items not stored correctly.
Assisted in training new kitchen hands, leading to more competent and efficient kitchen staff.
Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
Reduced waste by effectively managing inventory levels and rotating stock to maintain freshness.
Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
Operated food slicers, grinders and chopper in accordance with safety guidelines.
Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
Kitchen Hand
Iddy Biddy restaurant & Bar
Melbourne , Vic
01.2022 - 12.2022
Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies.
Supported chefs in food preparation tasks such as chopping ingredients, peeling vegetables, and marinating meats.
Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
Plated and presented food following chef requirements.
Followed recipes and chef instructions to prepare food correctly.
Transported food items from storage areas to kitchen for prepping.
Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
Maintained proper food storage procedures to preserve ingredient freshness while minimizing risks of contamination or spoilage.
Unloaded food deliveries and stored items in proper locations for easy access.
Education
Certificate 3 And Certificate 4 - Commercial Cookery
Everest Institute
479 King Street, West Melbourne, VIC
01.2023
Diploma Of Hospitality Management - Hospitality
Everest Institute
479 King Street, West Melbourne, VIC
02.2023
Skills
Food Preparation and Safety
Order Delivery Practices
Sanitation guidelines
Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
Effective communications
Timeline
Chef
Melissa cakes
12.2022 - Current
Kitchen Hand
Iddy Biddy restaurant & Bar
01.2022 - 12.2022
Certificate 3 And Certificate 4 - Commercial Cookery