Experienced with high-pressure kitchen environments, ensuring consistency and quality in every dish. Utilizes keen eye for detail to maintain food safety and presentation standards. Track record of fostering teamwork and efficient kitchen operations, contributing to overall success.
Developed culinary skills in high-pressure, fast-paced kitchen environments, seeking to transition into new field. Demonstrates strong organizational abilities and effective team collaboration, ensuring seamless kitchen operations. Aiming to apply culinary expertise and teamwork in new professional challenge.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef De Partie
Wonthaggi Club
16 Mc Bride Ave Wonthaggi, Vic 3995
01.2025 - Current
Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
Contributed to a positive kitchen atmosphere through effective communication and collaboration with team members.
Complied with portion and serving sizes as per restaurant standards.
Prepared items for roasting, sautéing, frying, and baking.
Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization, ensuring a safe and efficient workspace.
Reduced food waste by carefully monitoring inventory levels and adjusting orders accordingly.
Ensured consistent dish quality by closely adhering to recipe guidelines and presentation standards.
Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
Improved customer satisfaction by attentively addressing dietary restrictions and special requests.
Assisted in staff training, developing strong teamwork and consistency in dish preparation.
Collaborated with fellow chefs de partie to create daily specials, showcasing culinary creativity and diversity.
Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep work and implementing time-saving techniques.
Supported head chef in menu creation, incorporating seasonal ingredients for innovative dishes.
Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
Chef De Partie
Aunty’s Ed Restaurant and Bar
Katoomba, NSW, Australia
07.2024 - 01.2025
Oversee kitchen in the absence of head chef
Aid head chef with daily operation of kitchen
Manage and restock of kitchen inventory of all kitchen supplies
Order and receive supplies
Prepare and cook food in timely manner meeting the restaurant standards
Monitor stock levels and place order when necessary
Train and monitor junior kitchen staff in best practices
Maintain clean, organized and efficient workspace
Commis Chef
Kismet Grounds
Granville, NSW, Australia
12.2021 - 07.2024
Oversee food preparation and designated kitchen sections (GRILL, PAN and LARDER)
COOK AND PREPARE MENU ITEMS ACCORDING TO RESTAURANT STANDARD AND HEALTH REGULATIONS
ASSISTING WITH FOOD PREP
Monitor stock levels and place order when necessary
Ensuring dishes meet restaurant standards in taste and presentation
MAINTAIN CLEAN WORK AREA AND SANITIZING
TRAINING STAFF AND TEAM MANAGEMENT
Assisted in staff training, developing strong teamwork and consistency in dish preparation.
Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Operated all kitchen equipment safely to prevent injuries.
Reduced food waste by carefully monitoring inventory levels and adjusting orders accordingly.
Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep work and implementing time-saving techniques.
Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
COOK
SCALAS CAFÉ
HOMEBUSH WEST, Australia
11.2018 - 02.2020
PREPARING AND COOKING FOOD ACCORDING TO RESTAURANT STANDARD