Arun Kumar K C
Gosford,NSW
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Drifters Wharf, excelling in kitchen leadership and team management. Proven track record in enhancing food presentation and implementing cost control measures, resulting in improved customer satisfaction. Skilled in ingredient sourcing and staff training, fostering a collaborative environment that drives operational efficiency.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef De Partie
2 Doors Down
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal preparation and adherence to safety standards.
- Managed inventory levels, reducing waste through effective stock rotation and ordering practices.
- Developed new menu items by experimenting with seasonal ingredients and culinary techniques.
- Trained junior chefs in food preparation techniques, fostering skill development and teamwork.
Middle Man
Road to Gowa
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ensure timely service and customer satisfaction during peak hours.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain high food presentation and taste consistency across dishes.
- Contributed to recipe standardization efforts, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing preparation time.
- Assisted in budgeting for kitchen operations, identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
Chef
Drifters Wharf
Gosford, NSW
11.2021 - Current
- Led kitchen team during high-volume service times, ensuring seamless operation and guest satisfaction.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ensure cohesive dining experience, addressing any customer concerns with prompt and effective solutions.
- Negotiated with equipment vendors to upgrade kitchen technology, improving overall productivity and food quality.
- Collaborated closely with head chef to develop recipes that significantly increased customer satisfaction.
- Achieved consistency in dish presentation, setting high standards that were replicated across all servings.
- Assisted in budget planning and cost management efforts, helping the establishment maintain profitability without sacrificing quality or service standards.
- Developed strong relationships with local vendors, securing fresh ingredients at competitive prices while supporting community businesses.
- Implemented proper cleaning procedures, ensuring a safe and sanitary kitchen workspace compliant with health department regulations.
- Mentored junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved overall team performance.
Chef De Partie
Olympic Restaurant
Sydney, NSW
12.2018 - 10.2019
Education
High School Diploma - Advanced Diploma in Hospitality Management
Australian College of The Professions
Sydney, NSW12.2022
High School Diploma - Certificate 4 in Commercial Cookery
Australian College of The Professions
Sydney, NSW08.2021
Skills
- Kitchen organization
- Team management
- Knife skills
- Food presentation
- Grilling techniques
- Frying techniques
- Roasting methods
- Pizza making
- Appetizer creation
- Entree preparation
- Vegetable cookery
- Pasta making
- Special diets
- Ingredient sourcing
- Special events
- Meat cookery
- Fish cookery
- Poultry cookery
- Pastry techniques
- Salad preparation
- Cold food preparation
- Bread baking
- Food cost control
- Safe food handling
- Food safety
- Kitchen leadership
- Staff training
- Ordering and requisitions
- Safety management
- Cost control
- Plating
- Order delivery practices
- Supervising food prep
Timeline
Chef
Drifters Wharf
11.2021 - Current
Chef De Partie
Olympic Restaurant
12.2018 - 10.2019
Chef De Partie
2 Doors Down
Middle Man
Road to Gowa
High School Diploma - Advanced Diploma in Hospitality Management
Australian College of The Professions
High School Diploma - Certificate 4 in Commercial Cookery
Australian College of The Professions