Dynamic and detail-oriented Chef De Partie with extensive experience at Australian Unity/Curtis Stone Events. Expert in kitchen organization and food presentation, ensuring high-quality dishes while training new staff. Proven ability to maintain sanitation practices and manage food safety, contributing to successful special events and exceptional dining experiences.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef De Partie
Australian Unity/Curtis stones Events
Melbourne, Victoria
09.2023 - Current
Worked closely with other chefs to coordinate meal preparation activities during busy shifts.
Organized the daily mise en place in order to prepare meals efficiently.
Maintained accurate records of stock levels, ordering new ingredients when needed.
Monitored food preparation techniques to ensure that high-quality products were served consistently.
Checked finished plates before they were served to guests, making sure all components met quality standards.
Assisted with the training of new employees in proper techniques for food preparation, presentation, sanitation, safety procedures.
Maintained cleanliness in the kitchen area by washing dishes and wiping down surfaces after each shift.
Adhered to health and safety regulations while preparing food items in the kitchen area.
Managed food usage with proper stock rotation to prevent spoilage.
Commi Chef
Chicha Cevicheria & Bar
Melbourne, Victoria
02.2022 - 09.2023
Performed basic knife skills such as dicing, slicing, mincing vegetables.
Followed proper plate presentation techniques when serving dishes.
Worked closely with other cooks and kitchen staff during service periods to ensure efficient operations.
Cleaned and sanitized work areas, utensils, and equipment used for cooking.
Plated food according to restaurant artistic guidelines to promote attractive presentation.
Kitchen Hand
MARY EAT CAKES
Melbourne, Victoria
09.2021 - 12.2021
Sanitized surfaces with approved cleaning solutions after each task was completed.
Assisted cooks in preparing meals by washing vegetables and fruits, cutting meats and other tasks as needed.
Operated dishwashers to sanitize dishes and silverware.
Restocked condiments on tables throughout restaurant dining room.
Followed recipes accurately while adhering to portion control standards.
Swept and mopped floors to maintain cleanliness in the kitchen area.
Education
Diploma - ADVANCE DIPLOMA OF LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT
BLUE LOTUS COLLEGE
Melbourne, VIC
06-2024
DIPLOMA - FINANCIAL AND INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
FUNDACION UNIVERSITARIA PANAMERICANA
BOGOTA, COLOMBIA
09-2016
Skills
Kitchen organization
Dish preparation
Cold food preparation
Portion standards
Special events
Sanitation practices
Pastry techniques
Food presentation
Food allergy safety
Safe food handling
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
Timeline
Chef De Partie
Australian Unity/Curtis stones Events
09.2023 - Current
Commi Chef
Chicha Cevicheria & Bar
02.2022 - 09.2023
Kitchen Hand
MARY EAT CAKES
09.2021 - 12.2021
Diploma - ADVANCE DIPLOMA OF LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT