Arshdeep Singh
Perth,WA
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level chef position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef and Supervisor
Topi Indian Restuarnt
10.2021 - Current
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Continually improved kitchen safety by enforcing strict hygiene protocols and staff training on equipment usage.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
Kitchen Hand - Cook - Chef
Sauma Indian Restaurants
11.2018 - 10.2021
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Monitored food temperatures and quality throughout shifts.
- Expedited food service by efficiently delivering completed orders from the kitchen to servers in a timely manner.
- Plated and presented food following chef requirements.
- Followed recipes and chef instructions to prepare food correctly.
- Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
- Maintained proper food storage procedures to preserve ingredient freshness while minimizing risks of contamination or spoilage.
- Supported chefs in food preparation tasks such as chopping ingredients, peeling vegetables, and marinating meats.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Trained new staff on food preparation and safety procedures.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
Casual Kitchen Hand
Paprika Indian Restaurant
04.2018 - 11.2018
- Collaborated with team members to complete high-volume orders during peak hours, contributing to overall efficiency and guest satisfaction.
- Prepared ingredients for use by chefs, streamlining the cooking process and reducing wait times for customers.
- Contributed to the development of an efficient system for organizing storage areas, resulting in easier access to ingredients and supplies.
- Assisted chefs with food preparation tasks, resulting in timely meal completion and improved kitchen workflow.
- Completed thorough cleaning of kitchen equipment and utensils, leading to a consistently high standard of cleanliness within the establishment.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Australian Institute of Further Studies
Perth, WA10.2021
High School Diploma -
Global College Australasia
Perth, WA08.2020
No Degree - Cookery
Certificate 3 And 4 in Commercial Cookery
Global College Australasia 02.2020
Skills
- Regulatory Compliance
- Cost Control
- Pantry Restocking
- Meal Preparation
- Staff Coordination
- Equipment Maintenance
- Kitchen Operations
- Sanitation Guidelines
- Recipes and Menu Planning
- Service Cycle
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Food Quality
- Kitchen Management
- Portion and Cost Control
- Food Inventories
- Process Improvements
- New Hire Training
- Inventory control
- Grilling techniques
- Food storage
Timeline
Chef and Supervisor
Topi Indian Restuarnt
10.2021 - Current
Kitchen Hand - Cook - Chef
Sauma Indian Restaurants
11.2018 - 10.2021
Casual Kitchen Hand
Paprika Indian Restaurant
04.2018 - 11.2018
High School Diploma -
West Australian Institute of Further Studies
High School Diploma -
Global College Australasia
No Degree - Cookery
Certificate 3 And 4 in Commercial Cookery
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