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 -
H
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 -
H
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