ANUSH PUJARA
Sydney,Australia
Summary
Seasoned Chef with robust background in culinary arts. Demonstrated experience in menu development, food preparation, and kitchen management. Strengths include innovative recipe creation, staff training and development, and maintaining high quality standards. Previous work has focused on enhancing customer satisfaction through culinary excellence and efficient service delivery.
Well-rounded chef offering several years of comprehensive experience consistently preparing exceptional menu items to garner customer praise. Well-versed in creating new, seasonal menus and maintaining smooth and timely kitchen operations. Committed to delivering first-rate dining experience to guests.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
Ribs and Rumps- Steak House
Sydney Olympic Park, New South Wales
11.2024 - Current
- Preparing and cook a variety of steakhouse dishes, ensuring high standards of taste and presentations
- Following recipes and portion control guidelines to maintain consistency and quality
- Maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, adhering to sanitation standards and being knowledgeable about food allergens and ensure proper handling to prevent cross-contamination
- Implementing FIFO practices to ensure that older stock is used before newer stock
- Minimizing waste and ensuring freshness
- Adhering to food safety guidelines, including the 2-4 hour rule for food storage and handling
- Monitoring and recording food temperatures to ensure safe cooking and storage practices
- Inspecting all food deliveries for quality and freshness, ensuring that products meet our standards before acceptance
- Planning and preparing ingredients and mise en place for the next day’s service to ensure efficiency during busy periods
- Maintain accurate temperature logs for refrigerators, freezers, and hot holding units to ensure compliance with health regulations
Head Chef
Delifresco
Bondi Junction, New South Wales
12.2021 - Current
- Created diverse cuisines for full restaurants, special events, catering, and tasting menus
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions
- Explained the fundamentals of nutrition and dietary guidelines for healthy eating habits
- Promoted advancement of professional skills for securing certification, employment, leadership development, and financial literacy
- Prepared a variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications
- Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs had been prepared
- Strong understanding of seasonal ingredients and flavor profiles
- Expertise in specific cuisines (e.g., Italian, French, Asian)
- Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.
- Placed frequently used ingredients in proper storage containers and placed perishable items in refrigerator.
- Assisted restaurant owners with pricing by providing ingredient costs and portioning information.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure competitive prices for ingredients.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Regularly interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
Senior Chef
Loulou's Cafe and Resturant
Olympic Park, New South Wales
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Created recipes that kept customers coming back for more
- Worked closely with other chefs and cooks and provided hands-on training and teaching
- Tracked the kitchen's inventory and ordered new food and supplies when needed
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service and customer satisfaction
- Built and managed relationships with local vendors to obtain fresh, quality ingredients at cost-effective prices
- Trained new chefs in proper food preparation techniques and safety standards.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Performed quality checks on incoming shipments of fresh produce, meats, fish, dairy products.
- Resolved customer complaints in an efficient manner while maintaining positive relationships.
- Maintained a clean working environment by adhering to established safety protocols.
- Analyzed recipes to determine menu prices based on cost of food, labor and overhead.
Education
Food Handling Certificate -
11.2024
Bachelor Degree - Health Scinece and Clinical Nutrition
Torrens University Australia
Surry Hills, NSW, Australia03.2024
Certificate IV - Commerical Cookery And DHM
Salisbury College Austrila
Burwood, NSW, Australia09.2022
Diploma of Dental Technology - Dental Laboratory Technology
Ransford College
Parramatta, NSW06.2020
High School Diploma -
Little Buddha Academy HSEB
Nepal05.2017
Skills
- Company safety standards
- Kitchen Management
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Banquets and catering
- Nutrition knowledge
- Menu development
- Kitchen operations management
- Recipe creation
- Portion and cost control
- Made-to-order meals
- Grilling and deep frying skills
- Waste control
- Food presentation
- Pasta making
Certification
- Graduated with honors from Salisbury College Australia, receiving the 'Top Graduate' award in 2022.
- Contributed to Bondi Junction receiving the award from the Owner of the Restaurant 2023.
Volunteer Experience
- As a chef, I volunteer at local food banks and participate in culinary events for charity.
- I'm a member of the American Culinary Federation and the James Beard Foundation, showcasing my commitment to the culinary community.
Languages
- English, Professional
- Hindi, Professional
- Nepali, Professional
Timeline
Chef
Ribs and Rumps- Steak House
11.2024 - Current
Head Chef
Delifresco
12.2021 - Current
Senior Chef
Loulou's Cafe and Resturant
01.2021 - 12.2022
Food Handling Certificate -
Bachelor Degree - Health Scinece and Clinical Nutrition
Torrens University Australia
Certificate IV - Commerical Cookery And DHM
Salisbury College Austrila
Diploma of Dental Technology - Dental Laboratory Technology
Ransford College
High School Diploma -
Little Buddha Academy HSEB