Anjana Chauhan
Coburg
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Zouki Cafe, excelling in food safety and inventory control. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through innovative menu planning and effective team collaboration. Skilled in optimizing kitchen operations while training staff to maintain high standards of quality and sanitation.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Zouki Cafe
Royal Melbourne Hospital, Parkville, VIC
03.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations.
Kitchen Hand
Zouki Cafe
Royal Melbourne Hospital, Parkville
06.2023 - 03.2024
- 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.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Supported chefs in food preparation tasks such as chopping ingredients, peeling vegetables, and marinating meats.
- Collaborated with other kitchen staff members to ensure smooth workflow during peak dining hours.
- 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.
Kitchen Hand
Six Star Foods
Somerton, VIC
10.2019 - 06.2023
- 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.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Supported chefs in food preparation tasks such as chopping ingredients, peeling vegetables, and marinating meats.
- Collaborated with other kitchen staff members to ensure smooth workflow during peak dining hours.
- Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hilton Academy
Level 6/250 Collins St, Melbourne VIC11-2023
Skills
- Food safety
- Inventory control
- Menu planning
- Culinary techniques
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Kitchen organization
- Quality control
- Employee training
- Problem solving
- Sanitation practices
- Food safety and sanitation
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
Timeline
Chef
Zouki Cafe
03.2024 - Current
Kitchen Hand
Zouki Cafe
06.2023 - 03.2024
Kitchen Hand
Six Star Foods
10.2019 - 06.2023
High School Diploma -
Hilton Academy