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AUSTIN WONGPOUN
Southbank,VIC
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Availability & Objective
Seeking a professional work placement to complete my practical training. Highly flexible and available to work up to 44 hours per week across day, evening, or weekend rosters as required.
Summary
Upbeat and positive with strong analytical and multitasking skills. Knowledge of culinary techniques and food safety standards, paired with ability to execute precise knife skills and ingredient preparation. Poised to contribute creativity and efficiency to deliver memorable dining experiences.
Overview
2
years of professional experience
8
Certificate
Work History
Ottie's at Crown Plaza Melbourne
Commis chef
04.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Operational Efficiency: Supported peak service operations by managing $mise\ en\ place$, maintaining organized workstations, and collaborating with front-of-house staff for smooth service flow.
- Quality & Presentation: Executed various cooking techniques (roasting, sautéing, frying, baking), adhered to portioning standards, and plated dishes with strict attention to garnish and presentation.
- Inventory & Cost Control: Monitored ingredient inventory to reduce waste and adjusted orders accordingly.
- Team Leadership & Training: Trained new staff in safety, sanitation, and cooking techniques, while communicating effectively to foster a positive team environment.
- Shift Management: Responsibly set up and closed the kitchen for each shift.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Ottie's at Crown Plaza Melbourne
Kitchen hand / Cook
10.2023 - 03.2024
Job overview
- Assisted with food preparation and organization, collaborating with chefs to improve service efficiency .
- Maintained strict hygiene and safety standards throughout all food handling and preparation tasks.
- Kept kitchen and dining areas clean and organized to support efficient workflow.
- Operated and maintained kitchen equipment safely and accurately .
- Quickly adapted during peak service hours to support dishwashing and ensure high-quality output.
The Firehouse
Kitchen Hand /Assistant Cook
05.2023 - 10.2023
Job overview
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of all kitchenware, utensils, and equipment using dishwashing systems.
- Strictly followed food safety protocols and health regulations to prevent cross-contamination.
- Performed routine cleaning and maintenance on kitchen equipment, reporting any malfunctions to management.
- Ensured an adequate supply of clean dishes and utensils was consistently available for customer loads.
Education
AcademiaMelbourne, VIC
Advanced Diploma from Hospitality Management
12-2026
University Overview
Altec CollegeMelbourne, VIC
Diploma from Hospitality Management
10-2025
University Overview
Skills
- Food safety management
- Efficient kitchen organization
- Serving size specifications
- Culinary presentation
- Demonstrated leadership abilities
- Mise en place
Hygiene practices
Work under pressure
Food preparation
Food presentation
Cooking techniques
High hygienic standards
Certification
- Food Safety Supervisor - 23 June 2026
- IHG Foundation Food Safety
(Corporate, Owned & Managed Hotels) Training - 22/11/2023 - IHG Problem Handling Training - 22/11/2023
- IHG Management of Fire Safety (Corporate, Owned & Managed Hotels) Training - 22/11/2023
- IHG Foundation Health & Safety (Corporate, Owned & Managed Hotels) Training - 22/11/2023
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Timeline
Commis chef
Ottie's at Crown Plaza Melbourne
04.2024 - Current
Kitchen hand / Cook
Ottie's at Crown Plaza Melbourne
10.2023 - 03.2024
Kitchen Hand /Assistant Cook
The Firehouse
05.2023 - 10.2023
Academia
Advanced Diploma from Hospitality Management
Altec College
Diploma from Hospitality Management