Amrit Pandey
Burrangong,NSW
Summary
Adept at kitchen management and staff coordination,team significantly enhanced food quality and safety at Porterhouse Hospitality Group. Leveraging expert knife and grilling techniques, led teams to optimize food preparation processes, achieving cost savings and waste reduction. Every team members effective communication fostered a culture of excellence and teamwork, driving consistent culinary success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
CHEF
PORTERHOUSE HOSPITALITY GROUP
01.2022 - Current
- All rounder looking after grill, stove, and oven, and cleaning equipment after every shift.
- Looking after kitchen operations.
- Checking freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintaining well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placing orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handling and storing food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Leadership
- Function Management
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
CHEF
Porterhouse Hospitality Group
06.2023 - 07.2023
- 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.
- 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.
Sous Chef
Via Alta
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for establishment.
CHEF
RIPPLES CHOWDER BAY
12.2021 - 12.2021
Kitchen Staff Member
Enzos Cucina Gregory Hills
02.2021 - 04.2021
- Maintained clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict hygiene standards for optimal food safety.
- Maintained clean, trash-free work spaces to maximize productivity
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely meal preparation and consistent quality.
- Contributed to positive workplace culture through strong teamwork, open communication, and commitment to excellence.
- Increased overall kitchen productivity by assisting in multiple stations as needed during busy shifts.
CHEF
ENZOS CUCINA CAMDEN
07.2019 - 01.2021
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
CHEF
Barbuto Restaurant
10.2019 - 11.2019
- Worked in grill section and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Trainee
ENZOS CUCINA GLEN ALPINE
04.2018 - 06.2019
- Learned new materials, processes, and programs quickly.
- Participated in on-the-job training, working closely with supervisors and coworkers and asking appropriate questions.
- Attended training courses to build understanding of processes, techniques, and industry.
- Supported departmental tasks to increase understanding of industry processes.
- Established lasting relationships with peers, leadership and customers using strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Enhanced trainee experience by developing comprehensive orientation programs and hands-on training sessions.
Kitchen Hand
VINNY'S BAR AND CHARGRILL
04.2018 - 05.2018
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Maintained well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
TRAINEE COOK
Royal Singi Hotel
10.2017 - 12.2017
- Assisted in maintaining food safety standards by properly storing perishable items and kitchen equipment regularly.
- Managed inventory effectively by rotating stock as needed and promptly reporting any shortages or discrepancies to head cook.
- Developed strong multitasking skills while managing multiple orders simultaneously under tight deadlines.
- Expanded culinary knowledge by attending weekly training sessions and learning from experienced chefs on staff.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by prepping ingredients and keeping the workspace clean.
Education
Diploma - DIPLOMA OF HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
QUALITY TRAINING AND HOSPITALITY COLLEGE
QUALITY TRAINING AND HOSPITALITY COLLEGE07.2021
Certificate IV - COOKERY
QUALITY TRAINING AND HOSPITALITY COLLEGE
55 Pyrmont Bridge Road Suite 2, Ground Level07.2021
High School Diploma -
PACIFIC HOSPITALITY AND CULINARY ACADEMY
Setopool, Maitidevi, Kathmandu08.2017
High School Diploma -
ORIENT COLLEGE A LEVELS
Narayangopal Chowk, Maharajguni Kathmandu, Nepal09.2016
School - Social,maths
GYANMANDIR SECONDARY ENGLISH SCHOOL
GYANMANDIR MARGA,BALAJU-HEIGHT,KATHMANDU01.2012
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Knife Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Food quality
- Kitchen Management
- Food presentation
- Effective Communications
- Grilling Techniques
- Verbal and written communication
- Meal Preparation
- Recipe creation
- Staff Coordination
Timeline
CHEF
Porterhouse Hospitality Group
06.2023 - 07.2023
CHEF
PORTERHOUSE HOSPITALITY GROUP
01.2022 - Current
CHEF
RIPPLES CHOWDER BAY
12.2021 - 12.2021
Sous Chef
Via Alta
05.2021 - 01.2022
Kitchen Staff Member
Enzos Cucina Gregory Hills
02.2021 - 04.2021
CHEF
Barbuto Restaurant
10.2019 - 11.2019
CHEF
ENZOS CUCINA CAMDEN
07.2019 - 01.2021
Trainee
ENZOS CUCINA GLEN ALPINE
04.2018 - 06.2019
Kitchen Hand
VINNY'S BAR AND CHARGRILL
04.2018 - 05.2018
TRAINEE COOK
Royal Singi Hotel
10.2017 - 12.2017
Diploma - DIPLOMA OF HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
QUALITY TRAINING AND HOSPITALITY COLLEGE
Certificate IV - COOKERY
QUALITY TRAINING AND HOSPITALITY COLLEGE
High School Diploma -
PACIFIC HOSPITALITY AND CULINARY ACADEMY
High School Diploma -
ORIENT COLLEGE A LEVELS
School - Social,maths
GYANMANDIR SECONDARY ENGLISH SCHOOL
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