Anju Soni
Glenroy,Australia
Summary
Dedicated and energetic Chef & Food Service Assistant with a stellar customer service record and an exceptionally good attitude. Adept at multitasking in a high-volume, fast-paced work environment. Able to maintain cordial and professional working relationships with other staff, supervisors, and customers.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Service Assistant
Austin Hospital
Heidelberg, Australia
05.2024 - Current
- Assisting in the preparation and serving of meals to hospital patients
- Ensuring dietary requirements and food safety standards are met
- Delivering meals to patient rooms and hospital wards as per dietary guidelines
- Cleaning and sanitizing kitchen and food preparation areas
- Restocking food supplies and maintaining inventory levels
- Working closely with hospital dietitians and kitchen staff to provide high-quality meals
Italian Chef
Slices Italian Restaurant
Melbourne, Australia
12.2022 - 01.2024
- Prepared and cooked authentic Italian dishes, including pasta, risotto, wood-fired pizzas, and seafood specialties
- Managed kitchen operations, ensuring smooth service during peak hours
- Created and plated traditional and modern Italian dishes with high presentation standards
- Assisted in menu development and introduced seasonal specials
- Maintained kitchen hygiene and followed strict food safety protocols
- Monitored inventory and ordered fresh, high-quality ingredients
Chef
Dana Pani Indian Restaurant
Melbourne, Australia
06.2020 - 10.2022
- Prepared and cooked a variety of authentic Indian dishes, including curries, tandoori items, and street food
- Managed daily kitchen operations and ensured smooth workflow
- Supervised junior kitchen staff and provided training on Indian culinary techniques
- Created new menu items and improved traditional recipes for better taste and presentation
- Ensured compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations
- Maintained stock levels and coordinated with suppliers for fresh ingredients
Chef
Mint & Mustard
Melbourne, Australia
10.2017 - 02.2019
- Company Overview: (Indian Restaurant)
- Specialized in Indian cuisine, preparing flavorful curries, biryanis, and tandoori specialties
- Managed kitchen operations and ensured timely food preparation
- Created new menu items and improved existing recipes
- Maintained high standards of hygiene and food safety
- Supervised and trained kitchen assistants on Indian cooking techniques
- (Indian Restaurant)
Cook
Icey Box Pty Ltd / Basque Restaurant
Windsor, Australia
07.2014 - 08.2017
- Cooked and served meals per guest specifications
- Specialized in Spanish cuisine, including tapas and paellas
- Assisted the head chef in food preparation
- Maintained hygiene and food safety standards
- Trained new kitchen staff and managed kitchen inventory
Education
Adv. Diploma of Business - BSB50207
ALTEC College
01.2014
Diploma of Marketing - BSB51207
ALTEC College
01.2014
Cert IV in Commercial Cookery - SIT40412
ALTEC College
01.2014
Diploma of Business - BSB50207
ALTEC College
01.2013
Cert IV in Small Business - BSB40407
Melbourne City Institute of Education
Melbourne01.2012
Diploma of Management - BSB1107
Melbourne City Institute of Education
Melbourne01.2012
Diploma of Hospitality - SIT50307
Melbourne City Institute of Education
Melbourne01.2011
Skills
- Strong hands-on experience in food preparation and cooking
- Excellent grasp of safe food handling procedures
- Expertise in making soups, salads, entrées, and desserts
- Specialization in Indian and Italian cuisine
- Ability to season, garnish, and present food creatively
- Fast-paced decision-making and multitasking
- Outstanding customer service and teamwork
Hobbies and Interests
- Food & Wine
- Travel & Travel Writing
- Music
- Cricket
Personal Information
Title: Chef / Cook / Food Service Assistant
Timeline
Food Service Assistant
Austin Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Italian Chef
Slices Italian Restaurant
12.2022 - 01.2024
Chef
Dana Pani Indian Restaurant
06.2020 - 10.2022
Chef
Mint & Mustard
10.2017 - 02.2019
Cook
Icey Box Pty Ltd / Basque Restaurant
07.2014 - 08.2017
Adv. Diploma of Business - BSB50207
ALTEC College
Diploma of Marketing - BSB51207
ALTEC College
Cert IV in Commercial Cookery - SIT40412
ALTEC College
Diploma of Business - BSB50207
ALTEC College
Cert IV in Small Business - BSB40407
Melbourne City Institute of Education
Diploma of Management - BSB1107
Melbourne City Institute of Education
Diploma of Hospitality - SIT50307
Melbourne City Institute of Education