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Anil Bhandari

Brisbane/Macgregor,QLD

Summary

Dynamic and skilled Chef/Cook with extensive experience at Mangal Turkish Cuisine, excelling in food preparation and team collaboration. Proven ability to train new staff and maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety. Expertise in grilling and food presentation, ensuring exceptional dining experiences while managing multiple orders efficiently.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef/cook

Mangal Turkish Cuisine
06.2024 - 10.2024

It was Mostly a kebab shop With grill and pizza. Did almost everything as a chef/cook, Maintaining Cleanliness, Worked as a team member, Doing preps, Handled pressure etc.

  • Trained new kitchen staff on cooking techniques, safety protocols, and restaurant procedures.
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.

Cook/kitchenhand

Ahmets Turkish Restaurant
01.2021 - 11.2023

Started as a Kitchenhand. This was my first job in the kitchen, Prepping, Cooking, assisting chefs. Was promoted as a chef/ cook later on.

Got to learn so much about how to handle pressure, Work together as a team, Time management, had some experience on Grill and pizza( turkish style).

  • Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen environment to ensure compliance with health regulations.
  • Trained new staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols to uphold quality standards.
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Adhered to recipe guidelines while demonstrating creativity in plating and garnishing dishes for enhanced visual appeal.

Cook/ Kitchen Hand

Amins Butcher and Grill
10.2024 - Current
  • Prepared diverse menu items, ensuring high-quality presentation and taste.
  • Operated kitchen equipment and tools efficiently to maintain productivity standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes.
  • Monitored inventory levels and assisted in ordering supplies as needed.
  • Worked as Team member alongside a great kitchen team

Education

Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management - Hospitality

Gamma College
Fortitude Valley, QLD

Diploma In Hospitality Management - Hospitality Management

Gamma College Brisbane
Fortitude Valley, QLD
09.2025

(RPL) Certificate IV in Kitchen Management - Hospitality Management

William Hospitality School RTO #22230
Melbourne, VIC
02.2025

Skills

  • Cooking
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Food handling
  • Food preparation
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Kitchen organization
  • Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
  • Frying
  • Cooking techniques
  • Knife skills
  • Sanitation
  • Supply restocking
  • Food presentation
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Grilling
  • Contamination prevention
  • Food waste reduction
  • Performance improvement
  • Portion control
  • Sauce making
  • Ingredients measuring
  • Allergen awareness
  • New hire training
  • Nutrition awareness
  • Food spoilage prevention
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Recipe development
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Team collaboration
  • Ingredient knowledge
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Temperature control
  • Cost control
  • Special diets
  • Recipe-based cooking

Timeline

Cook/ Kitchen Hand

Amins Butcher and Grill
10.2024 - Current

Chef/cook

Mangal Turkish Cuisine
06.2024 - 10.2024

Cook/kitchenhand

Ahmets Turkish Restaurant
01.2021 - 11.2023

Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management - Hospitality

Gamma College

Diploma In Hospitality Management - Hospitality Management

Gamma College Brisbane

(RPL) Certificate IV in Kitchen Management - Hospitality Management

William Hospitality School RTO #22230
Anil Bhandari