ANIL Rampal
TRARALGON,VIC
Summary
Dynamic Chef recognized for creating memorable dishes with fresh ingredients. Monitors and evaluates purchasing, staffing, production and inventory to control food and labor costs and waste. Maintains federal, state and local food sanitation and safety standards.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef/ Head Chef
the dark horse restaurant
Traralgon, Vic
03.2015 - 07.2024
- Supervised team members during meal service to ensure accuracy of orders.
- Trained new chefs on proper cooking techniques and menu items.
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
- Stored foods correctly using correct storage containers and labelling systems.
- Managed daily operations of the kitchen including scheduling shifts for staff.
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
- Adhered to budget guidelines when purchasing ingredients and equipment.
- Adjusted seasonings of dishes according to customers' tastes.
- Inspected kitchen equipment for cleanliness and functionality prior to use.
- Planned menus, ordered supplies and managed kitchen staff.
- Checked quality of raw materials before use.
- Reviewed operational records to determine amount of food used in order to maintain appropriate inventory levels.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service issues.
- Created weekly schedules for employees based on projected business volume.
- Kept up to date with current culinary trends, as well as health and safety regulations.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with restaurant management to align kitchen operations with goals of establishment.
- Selected and developed recipes and planned menus, driving consistent food quality and production.
- Delegated tasks and supervised kitchen staff to optimize food preparation, presentation and safety.
Chef
cafe iimis
Traralgon, Vic
06.2010 - 02.2015
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
- Supervised team members during meal service to ensure accuracy of orders.
- Kept up to date with current culinary trends, as well as health and safety regulations.
- Planned menus, ordered supplies and managed kitchen staff.
KitchenHand /Cooking Intern/ Cook
cafe greco crown casino
Melbourne, Vic
12.2006 - 02.2009
- Served food during catered events or banquets as requested by supervisors or chefs.
- Maintained inventory of kitchen supplies and equipment needs.
- Prepared simple salads, sandwiches, appetizers, as directed by supervisor or chef.
- Sanitized surfaces with approved cleaning solutions after each task was completed.
- Maintained a neat work station throughout shift hours.
- Operated dishwashers to sanitize dishes and silverware.
- Received deliveries of food items and stored them properly.
- Assisted cooks in preparing meals by washing vegetables and fruits, cutting meats and other tasks as needed.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers regarding daily tasks assigned.
Education
CERT 3 - Commercial Cookery
Amberley Institute of Australia
Melbourne, VIC01-2009
CERT 4 - ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN HOSPITALITY
Amberley Institute of Australia
Melbourne, VIC01-2009
Skills
- Resource Management
- Food and beverage pairing
- Cost Control
- Dish preparation
- Equipment Maintenance
- Staff Coordination
Certification
cert 3 & 4 in commercial cookery
advanced diploma in hospitality managemnet
RSA certificate
Timeline
Chef/ Head Chef
the dark horse restaurant
03.2015 - 07.2024
Chef
cafe iimis
06.2010 - 02.2015
KitchenHand /Cooking Intern/ Cook
cafe greco crown casino
12.2006 - 02.2009
CERT 3 - Commercial Cookery
Amberley Institute of Australia
CERT 4 - ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN HOSPITALITY
Amberley Institute of Australia
cert 3 & 4 in commercial cookery
advanced diploma in hospitality managemnet
RSA certificate
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