Anushka Kalapugamage Don
Mulgrave,VIC
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at PappaRich, excelling in food safety and kitchen management. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through effective communication and teamwork. Skilled in diverse cooking techniques and inventory management, ensuring seamless operations and high-quality dining experiences. Committed to fostering a collaborative kitchen environment.
Personable and creative individual with passion for culinary arts, committed to delivering high-quality dishes and memorable dining experiences. Possesses foundational culinary techniques and skills in kitchen safety, hygiene, and food preparation. Aims to bring innovative flavors and efficient service to create positive impact in any culinary setting.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
PappaRich
04.2023 - 01.2025
- Prepared diverse menu items following PappaRich's culinary guidelines.
- Maintained high standards of food safety and hygiene in kitchen operations.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
- Assisted in training new kitchen staff on techniques and PappaRich protocols.
- Monitored inventory levels and assisted with ordering supplies as needed.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Front of House Employee
Eton Restaurant
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Greeted and seated guests, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere.
- Managed reservation system, optimizing table turnover and guest flow.
- Assisted in menu explanations, enhancing customer dining experience.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to relay special requests efficiently.
- Handled customer inquiries and concerns promptly, fostering satisfaction.
- Helped guests at tables when in need of assistance.
Education
Bachelor of Hospitality Management - Hospitality Management
Boxhill Institute
Box Hill, VIC01-2026
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Customer service
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Kitchen management
- Attention to detail
- Effective communications
- Team collaboration
Certification
Certificate of pastry and bakery
Certificate of Barista
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Chef
PappaRich
04.2023 - 01.2025
Front of House Employee
Eton Restaurant
01.2023 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Hospitality Management - Hospitality Management
Boxhill Institute
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