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Andy Ngo

Andy Ngo

Sydney,NSW

Summary

Hardworking Cook with many years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Adept in working with other culinary professionals to achieve goals and ensure customer satisfaction. Committed to using safe and sanitary cooking practices, and maintaining an organized and clean cooking area. Experienced in operating various pieces of cooking equipment and tools. Bringing forth advanced food preparation techniques and the ability to serve wonderful food in a timely manner.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Junior Sous Chef

Bankstown Sports Club
09.2023 - Current
  • Assisted Executive Chef in menu planning, recipe development and kitchen operations.
  • Organized and maintained the daily mise en place for all stations.
  • Managed food inventory, ordering and receiving of products from vendors.
  • Trained and supervised junior cooks in proper culinary techniques.
  • Maintained a clean work area to ensure compliance with health regulations.
  • Ensured accurate completion of prep lists and production sheets on a daily basis.
  • Provided guidance to staff members regarding recipes, plating techniques, garnishes and portion control.
  • Monitored food temperatures during storage, preparation and service to meet safety standards.
  • Prepared sauces, dressings, soups, stocks, marinades and other items as needed throughout the day.
  • Checked quality of raw materials prior to use in order to maintain high standards of product presentation.
  • Modified existing recipes based on availability of ingredients or customer requests.
  • Supervised kitchen food preparation in demanding, high-volume environments.
  • Monitored food products, driving quality, freshness and integrity.

Chef De Partie

Crown Sydney
Sydney
05.2021 - 07.2023
  • Prepared my station before the start of service each day
  • Ensured that all needed supplies were present before work
  • Worked effectively with all kitchen personnel, to promote a happy working environment
  • Worked in regards to Food Safety Regulations
  • Organism the events or functions
  • General prepare
  • Focus on portion and cost control.

Chef De Partie

Mr Wong
10.2020 - 03.2021
  • Worked in a busy Asian fusion restaurant
  • Safely stored food items, and kept inventories
  • Prepared food carefully in response to customer requests or allergies
  • General prepare
  • Focus on portion
  • Check stock every day.

Head Chef

Pho Mo at Barrangaroo
03.2019 - 09.2020
  • Safely stored food items, and kept inventories
  • Prepared food carefully in response to customer requests or allergies
  • Making stock for soup
  • Function prepares
  • General prepare
  • Making the Menu
  • Organizing the stock and staff roster
  • Focus on portion and cost control
  • Effectively communicated with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies, dietary needs and other special requests
  • Delivered exceptional, friendly and fast service.

Sous Chef

Thuy Huong Vietnamese Restaurant at Glebe
07.2014 - 02.2019

They allergies, dietary needs and other special requests.

  • Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
  • Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
  • Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
  • Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies on hand.
  • Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
  • Performed weekly inspections of all equipment for safety compliance.
  • Established standard procedures for plating presentations.
  • Complied with all health department regulations regarding proper food handling methods.
  • Analyzed customer feedback to identify areas of improvement in service or product quality.
  • Resolved conflicts between kitchen staff members in an efficient manner.
  • Adjusted recipes as needed to accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies.
  • Created a positive work environment by encouraging teamwork among staff members.
  • Performed as head chef to maintain team productivity and restaurant quality.

Chef

Well Co Cafe
08.2013 - 05.2014
  • Assisted with food preparations prior to service
  • Made sure food at my station was ready before needed
  • Handled food with cleanliness and care
  • Cleaned kitchen and organised cooking utensils
  • Worked with other restaurant staff to ensure success
  • General prepare
  • Making stock
  • Deep Fryers
  • Breakfast service.

Chef

organizedHuongHuongHuong at Marrickville
08.2008 - 07.2013
  • Made sure food at my station was ready before needed
  • Handled food with cleanliness and care
  • Cleaned kitchen and organized cooking utensils
  • Worked with other restaurant staff to ensure success
  • General prepare
  • Making stock.

Chef Cook

Wastons Bay Hotel
02.2007 - 05.2008
  • Consisted of a cold larder section
  • Deep fryers
  • Functions prepare
  • General prepare
  • Making stock for soup
  • Breakfast service.

Part Time Job

Enmore Vietnamese Restaurant
02.2005 - 05.2006
  • Muse en place for function
  • Handling function service
  • Handling dinner service.

Education

High School Diploma -

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New Zealand
12.2001

Skills

  • Strong experience in preparing Asian cuisine
  • Vast knowledge of crafting menu filled with Asian flavours
  • Deep knowledge of equipment's used in kitchen
  • Good understanding of people management and gastronomy
  • Familiarity with basics of computers and related software
  • Ability to perform during busy periods and work stressed circumstances
  • Ability to delegate tasks and manage multiple activities in parallel
  • Wok Skill and Stir Fry
  • Make Soup Broth
  • Recruiting and Training
  • Garnishes
  • Dish Preparation
  • Kitchen Utensils
  • Special Events

Languages

Vietnamese
Professional
English
Limited

Timeline

Junior Sous Chef

Bankstown Sports Club
09.2023 - Current

Chef De Partie

Crown Sydney
05.2021 - 07.2023

Chef De Partie

Mr Wong
10.2020 - 03.2021

Head Chef

Pho Mo at Barrangaroo
03.2019 - 09.2020

Sous Chef

Thuy Huong Vietnamese Restaurant at Glebe
07.2014 - 02.2019

Chef

Well Co Cafe
08.2013 - 05.2014

Chef

organizedHuongHuongHuong at Marrickville
08.2008 - 07.2013

Chef Cook

Wastons Bay Hotel
02.2007 - 05.2008

Part Time Job

Enmore Vietnamese Restaurant
02.2005 - 05.2006

High School Diploma -

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Andy Ngo