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Ashwitha Tauro

Sydney,NSW

Summary

Skilled in standards compliance and adaptability, I excel in dynamic kitchen environments, evidenced by my role at Novotel where I enhanced kitchen efficiency and food quality. My expertise spans safe food handling to creative menu planning, underpinning my ability to meet diverse dietary needs with flair and precision.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Commis Chef

Novotel
Parramatta, NSW
07.2023 - Current
  • Assist the head chef in the fulfilment of his or her duties in order to ensure the smooth running of the kitchen.
  • Take control of the breakfast service and ensure guests receive a truly delicious and memorable breakfast
  • Cooking and managing breakfast service and assisting with lunch service.
  • Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
  • Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
  • Monitored food products, driving quality, freshness and integrity.
  • Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
  • Be responsible for the ordering of all fresh produce and dry goods for kitchen use.
  • Ensured that all food items were prepared in a timely manner.
  • Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
  • Ensured compliance with health regulations regarding sanitation standards.

Cook

Learning Land
Quakers Hill, NSW
11.2022 - 06.2023
  • Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
  • Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
  • Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
  • Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
  • Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
  • Prepared and served meals by reviewing recipes and combining and cooking ingredients.
  • Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.

Chef Assistant

Canara Kitchen
Toongabbie, NSW
09.2020 - 10.2022
  • Prepared and cooked food under head chef's direction, following recipes and cooking instructions.
  • Supported chefs in managing food preparation to achieve precise plating and presentation.
  • Prepared salads and meats according to recipes, chopping and storing items for later use.
  • Stocked food stations before shifts with items and equipment needed for recipes.
  • Assisted head chef in developing new menus and planning seasonal recipes.
  • Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
  • Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
  • Cut or sliced meat, poultry and seafood to prepare for cooking.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.

Junior Chef

Mamafri Restaurant
Jumeirh, New South Wales
02.2015 - 06.2017
  • Developed delicious customized menu items for catered functions, delivering exceptional food and service for plated, buffet and family-style.
  • Assisted head chef with scheduling, training and professional development for team.
  • Rotated food stock, using up older items first and rejecting expired goods.
  • Plated food according to restaurant artistic guidelines to promote attractive presentation.
  • Liaised with vendors to purchase optimal recipe ingredients at cost-effective rates.
  • Managed purchasing of supplies and ingredients for normal operations and special events.
  • Checked food portioning for optimal presentation and cost control.
  • Maintained highest food quality standards regarding food inventory procedures, food storage and rotation.
  • Conducted daily line checks, food reviews and taste tests to make improvements and correct deficiencies.

Education

Bachelor of Hotel Management - Hospitality

Christ University
Bangalore, India
05.2016

Commercial Cooking Certificate III - Culinary Management

TAFE
Mount Druitt, NSW

Skills

  • Standards Compliance
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Food Preparing, Plating and Presentation
  • Menu Planning
  • Food Stock and Supply Management
  • Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) and HACCP
  • Food presentation
  • Knife skills
  • Garnishing dishes
  • Adaptability in kitchen
  • Dietary restrictions
  • Ingredient preparation

Websites

Certification

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate, Australian Institute of Accreditation - 26 July 2019

Timeline

Commis Chef

Novotel
07.2023 - Current

Cook

Learning Land
11.2022 - 06.2023

Chef Assistant

Canara Kitchen
09.2020 - 10.2022

Junior Chef

Mamafri Restaurant
02.2015 - 06.2017

Bachelor of Hotel Management - Hospitality

Christ University

Commercial Cooking Certificate III - Culinary Management

TAFE

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