ANTONY EUGINE
DANDENONG,Australia
Summary
Highly motivated and compassionate Chef with 2+ years of experience in creating nutritious and delicious meals for diverse populations, including seniors. Proven ability to adapt recipes to meet specific dietary needs and preferences, ensuring resident satisfaction and overall well-being. Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene protocols, with a commitment to maintaining a clean and efficient kitchen environment. Eager to contribute culinary expertise and a warm, caring demeanor to a reputable aged care facility.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Kew Gardens Aged Care
Melbourne, Australia
07.2022 - Current
- Planning and preparing well balanced, nutritious meals tailored to the dietary needs and preferences of elderly customers
- Managing kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety and hygiene standards
- Collaborating with dietitians and healthcare professionals to create specialized meal plans for customers with specific dietary requirements
- Reviewing food waste to reduce reoccurring waste
- Developing and introducing new recipes and menu items to enhance the dining experience for customers
- Supervising and conducting regular training sessions for kitchen staff on food safety, hygiene, and cooking techniques
- Monitoring and maintaining kitchen equipment, ensuring all appliances were in good working condition
- Collecting positive feedback from customers and their families for the quality and variety of meals provided
- Assisting in the preparation and presentation of meals, ensuring high quality and consistency
- Preparing and presenting during the special events and functions for customers and their families
- Managing outbreak within the facility
- Acted as interim manager for catering operation in the absence of the manager
- Managing complaints
- Working on the recipes within the budgets
- Following accurate and up to date documentation required for the audit
Catering Assistant
Kew Gardens Aged Care
Melbourne, Australia
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Maintaining a clean and hygienic kitchen environment by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations
- Setting up and breaking down catering equipment such as chafing dishes, buffet tables, and serving stations
- Assisting with inventory management, receiving deliveries, and storing food items properly
- Assisting with serving food and beverages to customers and clearing tables and trays
- Helping to set up the event space, including tables, chairs, and decorations
- Providing general support to the catering team as directed by the chef or supervisor
- Assisting in identifying and avoiding allergen foods for the customers
- Ensure food temperatures is monitored for the food safety
Pizza Maker and Supervisor
Cheesy Bites Pizza and Kebab
Springvale, Australia
12.2021 - 07.2021
- Oversee all aspects of pizza production, from dough preparation to final presentation
- Preparing pizza dough, spreading sauce, adding toppings, and assembling pizzas according to customer orders or restaurant recipes
- Supervise and train junior pizza makers, ensuring consistent quality and efficient workflow
- Maintain high standards of quality for all pizzas, ensuring proper cooking times, ingredient freshness, and accurate order fulfillment
- Monitor inventory levels of ingredients, place orders for supplies, and ensure efficient stock rotation
- Ensure strict adherence to food safety and hygiene protocols, maintaining a clean and sanitized work environment
- Resolve customer inquiries and address any concerns regarding pizza orders or service
Education
Diploma of Hospitality Management -
Windsor College Melbourne CBD
Australia02.2023
Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery -
Windsor College Melbourne CBD
Australia09.2022
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery -
Windsor College Melbourne CBD
Australia12.2021
Diploma of Business -
Windsor College Melbourne CBD
Australia03.2020
Skills
- HACCP
- Food Safety and Hygiene
- Customer service
- Compassion and empathy
- Time Management and Organization
- Stocktaking and receiving goods
- Roster planning
- Planning and costing of the menu
- IDDSI knowledge
- Leadership skills, staff management
- Client liaison
- Allergen management
References
- Santiago Balingit Manuel, Manager, Compass Group Healthcare Hospitality Services Pty Ltd, santymanuel@compass-group.com.au, 0468933855, Current Supervisor: Dec 2023 - Present
- Pannier Selvan, Manager, Compass Group Healthcare Hospitality Services Pty Ltd, pannierselvan@compass-group.com.au, 0403350527, Previous Supervisor - Jan 2023 - Nov 2023
Timeline
Chef
Kew Gardens Aged Care
07.2022 - Current
Pizza Maker and Supervisor
Cheesy Bites Pizza and Kebab
12.2021 - 07.2021
Catering Assistant
Kew Gardens Aged Care
08.2021 - 07.2022
Diploma of Hospitality Management -
Windsor College Melbourne CBD
Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery -
Windsor College Melbourne CBD
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery -
Windsor College Melbourne CBD
Diploma of Business -
Windsor College Melbourne CBD
Similar Profiles
Hue LuongHue Luong
Cleaning Crew Member at Kew Gardens Aged CareCleaning Crew Member at Kew Gardens Aged Care
MIA ROSMIATIMIA ROSMIATI
Lifestyle Assistant at Kew Gardens Aged CareLifestyle Assistant at Kew Gardens Aged Care
Sayana KarkiSayana Karki
Personal Care Assistant at Kew Gardens Age CarePersonal Care Assistant at Kew Gardens Age Care