Archit Thakkar
Wynyard,TAS
Summary
passionate Chef with extensive experience at TGI Fridays, excelling in food safety and culinary presentation. Proven ability to maintain high-quality standards while effectively communicating with kitchen staff. Skilled in operating kitchen equipment and managing inventory, ensuring a seamless and efficient cooking environment. Committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Wharf Hotel
Wynyard, TAS
10.2024 - Current
- Checked expiration dates of ingredients used in order to maintain freshness.
- Maintained proper fryer temperature to ensure food safety standards were met.
- Took initiative to clean up spills that occurred in the fryer station area.
- Monitored food during the cooking process to avoid burning and undercooking.
- Operated kitchen equipment, including deep-fryers, ovens, grills.
Chef
Sunny Boy
Melbourne, VIC
01.2024 - 09.2024
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Worked as a ladle chef and proved my efficiency throughout.
- Organized prep list and coordinated efficient work to be ready for fast-paced banquet cooking operations.
Chef
TGI Fridays
Melbourne, VIC
02.2021 - 11.2021
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
Kitchen Staff Member
McDonald's
Clayton South, Victoria
10.2019 - 04.2021
- Maintained a clean and organised workplace, adhering to strict hygiene standards for optimal food safety.
- Maintained clean, trash free workspace to maximise productivity and safety.
- Kept supplies in sufficient stock by accessing inventory levels and reporting lower stock items.
Education
Diploma in Hospitality Management
Australian College of Trade
Certificate III: Commercial Cooking
Australian College of Trade
Certificate IV: Commercial Cooking
Australian College of Trade
Skills
- Food safety and sanitization
- Food quality
- Recipe adherence
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Inventory management
- Frying techniques
- Culinary presentation
- Effective communication
- Decision making
- Coordinating kitchen staff
Timeline
Chef
Wharf Hotel
10.2024 - Current
Chef
Sunny Boy
01.2024 - 09.2024
Chef
TGI Fridays
02.2021 - 11.2021
Kitchen Staff Member
McDonald's
10.2019 - 04.2021
Diploma in Hospitality Management
Australian College of Trade
Certificate III: Commercial Cooking
Australian College of Trade
Certificate IV: Commercial Cooking
Australian College of Trade
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