Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Affiliations
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Ashish Khadka

609/67 galada avenue, parkville,VIC

Summary

Quality-driven Sous Chef maintains complete understanding of kitchen operations, equipment and sanitation. Demonstrates organizational skills, budgeting experience and full knowledge of financial reports. Hires, trains and manages staff to provide employees with adequate guidance and resources to accomplish established objectives.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sous Chef

The Lomond Hotel ( Part time )
07.2023 - Current
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
  • Managed food costs, sourcing ingredients from local suppliers to support community partnerships and sustainable practices.
  • Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
  • Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.

Head Chef

CAFE THE BROWN SUGAR
05.2022 - Current
  • Organized kitchen staff to ensure efficient operations during peak service hours.
  • Trained new kitchen staff in food safety regulations and proper cooking techniques.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
  • Developed menus and recipes for a variety of dishes, including appetizers, entrees, desserts, and specialty items.

Sous chef

Evie’s Disco Dinner
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Organizing the order and helping in ordering the food
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
  • Operated standard kitchen equipment with a focus on safety and sanitation
  • Platted every dish with attractive flair to meet the strict restaurant standards and maintain business reputation
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in a fast-paced environment.
  • Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areas.
  • Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.

Sous Chef

Lazy Moe Oakleigh
03.2019 - 08.2021
  • Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency
  • Oversaw incoming deliveries, including unboxing supplies, shelving stock, and rotating items
  • Operated standard kitchen equipment with a focus on safety and sanitation
  • Collaborating with the head chef on menu designing and innovative recipe
  • Platted every dish with attractive flair to meet the strict restaurant standards and maintain business reputation
  • Stepped into additional roles during busy times to boost coverage of important stations.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.

Education

Certificate III, Certificate IV, Diploma - Hospitality

GLEN INSTITUTE
Melbourne, VIC
03.2021

Skills

  • Team management
  • Deep fry
  • Grill
  • Communications
  • Food Preparation
  • Pasta Making
  • Quality Control and Oversight
  • Equipment Purchasing
  • Recipe Development
  • Food Preparing, Plating, and Presentation
  • Coordinating Kitchen Staff
  • Order delivery practices
  • Cost Control
  • Employee Scheduling
  • Portion Control
  • Coordinating Kitchen Staff
  • Cooking and Baking
  • Order delivery practices

Certification

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Certificate Iv in Commercial cookery

Diploma in hospitality management

Affiliations

Reference:

1: Anil Bhandari

Head Chef in palace hotel ( camberwell)

2: Dabal Khadka

Head Chef in Lazy Moe's ( Oakleigh)

3: Lawangdi Sherpa

Head Chef in Eves Disco and dinner

Timeline

Sous Chef

The Lomond Hotel ( Part time )
07.2023 - Current

Head Chef

CAFE THE BROWN SUGAR
05.2022 - Current

Sous chef

Evie’s Disco Dinner
08.2021 - 05.2022

Sous Chef

Lazy Moe Oakleigh
03.2019 - 08.2021

Certificate III, Certificate IV, Diploma - Hospitality

GLEN INSTITUTE

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Certificate Iv in Commercial cookery

Diploma in hospitality management

Ashish Khadka