Avinash Rai
Perth,WA
Summary
Adept at kitchen management and meal preparation, I significantly enhanced food quality and cost control at Leaf Cafe & Co. Leveraging strong knife skills and effective communication, I fostered a culture of excellence and efficiency. My commitment to food safety and sanitation consistently exceeded health standards, underscoring my ability to lead and innovate in fast-paced culinary environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Windsor Hotel South Perth
04.2024 - Current
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Head Chef
Leaf Cafe & Co
08.2023 - Current
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Developed strong vendor relationships to secure fresh, quality ingredients at competitive prices while supporting local businesses whenever possible.
Chef De Partie
Mercure Hotel
02.2023 - 10.2023
- Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Chef
Cicrello Fremantle
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Head Cook
Dome Cafe
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
Kitchen Hand
Print Hall
12.2020 - 03.2021
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
Education
Advance Diploma - Hospitality And Tourism Management
Western Australia Institute of Further Studies
Perth, WA01.2023
Diploma - Hospitality And Tourism Management
Keystone College of Business & Technology
Perth, WA07.2021
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
South Metropolitan TAFE
Perth, WA02.2021
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
South Metropolitan TAFE
Perth, WA02.2020
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Customer service
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Kitchen management
- Food presentation
- Meal preparation
- Attention to detail
- Effective communications
- Kitchen operations
- Grilling techniques
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Recipes and menu planning
- Allergen awareness
- Sauce preparation
- Menu development
- Cost control
Languages
Hindi
Full Professional
Gujarati
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Chef
Windsor Hotel South Perth
04.2024 - Current
Head Chef
Leaf Cafe & Co
08.2023 - Current
Chef De Partie
Mercure Hotel
02.2023 - 10.2023
Chef
Cicrello Fremantle
01.2022 - 02.2023
Head Cook
Dome Cafe
05.2021 - 08.2021
Kitchen Hand
Print Hall
12.2020 - 03.2021
Advance Diploma - Hospitality And Tourism Management
Western Australia Institute of Further Studies
Diploma - Hospitality And Tourism Management
Keystone College of Business & Technology
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
South Metropolitan TAFE
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
South Metropolitan TAFE
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