Anuj Poudel
Surfers Paradise
Summary
As a passionate Chef with extensive experience in fast-paced, and high-volume kitchen environments, I bring a wealth of culinary expertise and leadership skills to the table. With a strong commitment to excellence, I continually strive to elevate culinary standards while leading by example. Whether overseeing complex operations, managing teams, or working autonomously, I am driven by a passion for quality and innovation. Known for my collaborative approach and ability to thrive in diverse settings, I am a dedicated team player who fosters a positive work culture while delivering exceptional results.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef/Sous Chef
The Surfers Paradise Beach Cafe
02.2023 - Current
- Prepared and cooked dishes according to The Surfers Paradise Beach Cafe's recipes and quality standards
- Guided and supervised junior kitchen staff to improve their culinary skills
- Implemented effective leadership strategies to optimize customer satisfaction and team performance
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen equipment, workstations, and storage areas
- Demonstrated versatility across different kitchen stations to meet operational needs
- Ensured customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, flavourful dishes
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
Chef
The Surfers Paradise Beach Cafe
11.2019 - 02.2023
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Cook
Lord of the Fries
10.2017 - 11.2020
- Prepared and cooked dishes as per order following the standard of Lord of the Fries
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in the assigned kitchen area, adhering to sanitation standards
- Dealing with the customers and taking orders
Kitchen Hand
Gemeli Italian Restaurant
11.2016 - 07.2017
- Washing dishes
- Helping chefs in prepping the food
- Ensuring the kitchen and equipment are cleaned and properly sanitized
- Deep cleaning the whole kitchen every week
Education
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Envirotech College
Advanced Diploma - Hospitality Management
Envirotech College
02.2019
Bachelor - Business
Holmes Institute
08.2017
Skills
- Dietary requirements
- Customer wellbeing
- Following detailed instructions
- Cooking techniques
- Food Safety and Sanitation Practices
- Teamwork
- Honesty
- Punctuality
- Multi-tasking
- Time management
- Knife skills
Certification
Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA), English in Paradise
Languages
English
Nepali
Timeline
Chef/Sous Chef
The Surfers Paradise Beach Cafe
02.2023 - Current
Chef
The Surfers Paradise Beach Cafe
11.2019 - 02.2023
Cook
Lord of the Fries
10.2017 - 11.2020
Kitchen Hand
Gemeli Italian Restaurant
11.2016 - 07.2017
Advanced Diploma - Hospitality Management
Envirotech College
Bachelor - Business
Holmes Institute
Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA), English in Paradise
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Envirotech College
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