Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Culinaryskills
Additionalskillsandachievements
References
Highlightsofskills
Accomplishments
Languages
Interests
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ANURAG DHAKA

Bendigo,VIC

Summary

Professional culinary expert with strong focus on team collaboration and delivering exceptional results. Demonstrates expertise in menu development, kitchen management, and high-quality food preparation. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring consistent excellence in fast-paced, changing environments. Known for leadership, creativity, and maintaining high standards in all culinary operations.

Innovative Executive Chef with extensive background in culinary arts. Proven ability to develop and execute creative menus while managing kitchen operations efficiently. Demonstrated leadership in team management and maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation.

High-performing Chef offering 20 years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

EXECUTIVE CHEF

BROUGHAM ARMS HOTEL
01.2020 - Current

Overview: WWW.BROUGHAMARMS.COM.AU

  • Working in all sections of the kitchen (Grill, Pans, Ladder, Pass, Desserts)
  • MISE EN PLUS
  • Overseeing whole kitchen operations on daily basis
  • Training mentoring kitchen staff
  • Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by creating innovative and diverse menus tailored to various dietary needs.
  • Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversee quality
  • Maximized profitability by effectively managing food costs through portion control and minimizing waste.
  • Designed seasonal menus showcasing fresh local ingredients
  • Mentored junior chefs, enhancing team skills and fostering culture of continuous improvement.

SENIOR SOUS CHEF

THE RIFLE BRIGADE HOTEL
03.2018 - 03.2020

Company Overview: WWW.RIFLEBRIGADEHOTEL.COM.AU

  • A la carte service, catering, functions
  • Managing a team of 8 chefs on daily basis
  • 250 seat restaurant, banquet, ball rooms and function rooms, weddings
  • 100 to 250 covers per service on daily basis
  • Looking after all the production for the Main kitchen, café production service at restaurant and running function on daily basis, including weddings
  • Tailoring the special menu board on weekly basis
  • Running the kitchen operation in the absence of Head chef
  • Helping control Kitchen budgets wages/stocks
  • Coaching mentoring of the junior staffs, apprentices, cooks and other chefs to up skill their skills and technical knowledge about the industry
  • Increased customer satisfaction through consistent delivery of exceptional dishes, resulting in positive reviews.
  • Managed inventory control, reducing food waste and optimizing budget allocation.
  • Enhanced dining experience by creating innovative and visually appealing menu items.
  • Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.

HEAD CHEF

THE DOCK
03.2017 - 02.2018
  • Company Overview: WWW.THEDOCKKINGSTON.COM.AU
  • Running the service pass on the floor on daily basis
  • Looking after Mise en Place of the kitchen
  • 150-200 covers along with functions,A la carte.
  • Organizing weekly specials, cost control pricing on the menu card
  • Looking after all sections of the kitchen operation
  • Training junior chefs and mentoring
  • Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.

HEAD CHEF

OLD PARLIAMENT HOUSE
10.2016 - 03.2017
  • Company Overview: WWW.RESTAURANTASSOCIATES.COM.AU
  • Buffet and a la carte service
  • 150 seat restaurant, 100 seat café, banquet, ball rooms and function rooms, weddings
  • Average cover per service -100/160, functions 100-500 pax
  • Helping in generating 25 percent more revenue
  • Managing team of 6 chefs and few kitchen hands
  • Reporting to Executive chef and assisting him in the paperwork, rosters, menu design, training apprentices and handling operation of all the venues
  • Cooking modern Australian cuisine and tailoring specialized cuisines on request of customers
  • Looking after day to day operation of the main kitchen, cafe, restaurants and functions
  • Training and assisting chef, cooks, apprentices on daily basis
  • Running the kitchen operation autonomously in the absence of Executive chef and delivering results

HEAD CHEF

EMIRATES LEISURE RETAIL AUSTRALIA
06.2013 - 10.2016

Company Overview: WWW.ELRA.COM.AU

  • Breakfast, lunch, dinner, café, a la carte service
  • Bar seating capacity 160, Restaurant 100 capacity
  • Daily covers per service 150 to 250
  • Catering for specialized functions (Tailored menus)
  • Managing the whole kitchen on daily basis running the pass, pans, grill, Asian woks, deep fryers, customer service
  • As Head chef was in charge of the bar and restaurant .
  • Reporting to venue manager in absence of group executive chef
  • Delegating jobs to a team of 4 chefs on daily basis
  • Day to day management of Kitchen including food ordering, staff rostering, food and safety, training of staff for limestone (BAR/CAFÉ) and Tuk chop (ASIAN RESTAURANT) recipes
  • Ensuring Quality and presentation
  • Effective and efficient preparation of all food items
  • Cooking and serving food to meet Tuk Chop and Limestone standards
  • Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning
  • Orchestrated catering services for high-profile events, enhancing establishment's reputation for quality and versatility.

CHEF

CRUNCH EVENTS & CATERING
09.2009 - 05.2013
  • Company Overview: WWW.CRUNCHEVENTSANDCATERING.COM.AU
  • Buffet, functions, A la carte, café
  • Café capacity 100, functions 100-500 pax
  • Working and managing operations of retail section of kitchen delegating work to staff, in charge of mise en plus of kitchen assisting senior chefs
  • To follow HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point)
  • Supervising team and giving training to new staff and monitoring floor operations
  • Manage food preparation processes
  • Check garnishes and meal presentation
  • W.H.S(work health and safety) standard
  • Ordering
  • Inventory control techniques.

CHEF MANAGER

AGENCY EXPERIENCE
05.2008 - 05.2009
  • Working in all sections of the kitchen (Grill, Pans, Ladder, Pass, Desserts)
  • MISE EN PLUS
  • Overseeing whole kitchen operations on daily basis
  • Training mentoring kitchen staff
  • Increased customer satisfaction by creating innovative and diverse menus tailored to various dietary needs.
  • Designed seasonal menus showcasing fresh local ingredients, supporting sustainable agriculture practices within the community.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Food And Nutrition

In Focus Food Safety
Victoria,3101

Some College (No Degree) - Business Management

KANGAN BUSINESS INSTITUTE
Sydney

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate - Workplace Hygiene Procedures Hospitality

C.F.T International Pty Ltd
Sydney
01.2012

Diploma in Hospitality Management -

SYDNEY INSTITUTE OF BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY
Sydney
01.2010

Certificate 3 in commercial cookery - COMMERCIAL COOKERY

WINDSOR INSTITUTE OF COMMERCE AND LANGUAGES
Sydney
01.2010

Some College (No Degree) - DO FOOD SAFELY

VICTORIAN STATE GOVERNMENT HEALTH AND SERVICES
VICTORIA

Skills

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Sound knowledge of hospitality environment HACCP and WHS principles
  • Ability to effectively work well under pressure
  • Ability to work and control 3 sections at a time
  • Flexible with excellent interpersonal, organizational and management skills
  • Fast paced decision making skills
  • Chef tasting Menu specialist
  • Culinary and leadership
  • Control labor cost
  • Hands on experience in various variety of cooking style techniques
  • Proficient knowledge of MS office (word, excel, power point)
  • Menu development
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Banquets and catering
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Allergy awareness
  • Fine-dining expertise
  • Signature dish creation
  • Culinary techniques
  • Business operations oversight
  • Budgeting and cost control
  • Staff Management,Time Management
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Nutritional knowledge
  • High-Volume Production
  • Baking techniques

Websites

Culinaryskills

  • Degustation, Chef tasting Menu specialist with pairing seasonality produce and local wine
  • Banquet, catering, A la carte, modernistic cuisine with classical touch, menu planning
  • Precision cooking with consistency and eye for detailing
  • Control labor cost
  • Highly skilled in prepping, seasoning and cooking a wide range of food
  • Hands on experience in various variety of cooking style techniques
  • Butchery, cut and trim meats, clean prepare vegetables and fruits
  • Prepare hot and cold buffet, live open cooking for mass crowd
  • High efficient consistent record of garnishing and serving of food products in fast paced environments

Additionalskillsandachievements

  • Bendigo Gastronomy winner
  • AGFG Readers choice winner
  • Proficient knowledge of MS office (word, excel, power point)
  • Learnt the practicalities of caring for the guests and priorities of serving food
  • Acquired good knowledge about menus, services and standards in the hospitality sector
  • Completed Primary skill Training of chemicals by ACTICHEM – Australia
  • Completed safe food handling in HACCP
  • Achieved Leaps & bounds Awards
  • Helped in setting up dynamics of the kitchen for the new restaurant opening in Brisbane
  • Achieved business budget on optimal level

References

Will be provided on request

Highlightsofskills

  • BENDIGO GASTRONOMY AWARD WINNER
  • AGFG READERS CHOICE AWARD WINNER
  • Over 20 years of experience in the culinary field
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Sound knowledge of hospitality environment HACCP and WHS principles
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Ability to effectively work well under pressure
  • Attention to detail
  • In depth knowledge of weighing, measuring, mixing ingredients in line with recipes
  • Experience in safe operation of commercial food service equipment
  • Ability to work and control 3 sections at a time
  • Flexible with excellent interpersonal, organizational and management skills
  • Wide knowledge of different set up kitchens and menu construction
  • Fast paced decision making skills
  • Multitasking and organizing jobs according to priority basis
  • Comprehensive knowledge of establishing size of food portions, estimating food requirements, costs and ordering supplies

Accomplishments

  • Reduced food costs with big % by sourcing and securing new liasing with supplier.
  • Designed whole new menu, including meal selections, beverages and pricing.
  • Recognized for Gastronomy award winner
  • Recognized for AGFG readers choice Award
  • Awarded with Media coverage and front page Article in Local Newspaper .
  • Recognised for Gastronomy in city of Bendigo .
  • Created signature dishes which generated high-interest and became best-selling dinner entrée ,launched Degustations in a pub environment which are super hit among patrons .
  • Achieved building team through effectively working hard and a not give up attitude .
  • I run extensive menu offering a great range of of specials alongside the main menu on daily basis offering patrons quality delicacies.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Interests

  • Food Tourism
  • Road Trips

Timeline

EXECUTIVE CHEF

BROUGHAM ARMS HOTEL
01.2020 - Current

SENIOR SOUS CHEF

THE RIFLE BRIGADE HOTEL
03.2018 - 03.2020

HEAD CHEF

THE DOCK
03.2017 - 02.2018

HEAD CHEF

OLD PARLIAMENT HOUSE
10.2016 - 03.2017

HEAD CHEF

EMIRATES LEISURE RETAIL AUSTRALIA
06.2013 - 10.2016

CHEF

CRUNCH EVENTS & CATERING
09.2009 - 05.2013

CHEF MANAGER

AGENCY EXPERIENCE
05.2008 - 05.2009

Some College (No Degree) - DO FOOD SAFELY

VICTORIAN STATE GOVERNMENT HEALTH AND SERVICES

Some College (No Degree) - Food And Nutrition

In Focus Food Safety

Some College (No Degree) - Business Management

KANGAN BUSINESS INSTITUTE

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate - Workplace Hygiene Procedures Hospitality

C.F.T International Pty Ltd

Diploma in Hospitality Management -

SYDNEY INSTITUTE OF BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY

Certificate 3 in commercial cookery - COMMERCIAL COOKERY

WINDSOR INSTITUTE OF COMMERCE AND LANGUAGES
ANURAG DHAKA