Tharuka Dilshan Manawadu
Oakleigh East
Summary
A chef with nearly 4 years of experience in aged care. communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef Manager
Iris Manor Aged Care
06.2022 - Current
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action and performance reviews.
- Placed food orders with suppliers on weekly basis, taking into account kitchen budget and expected demands.
- Kept kitchen staff in compliance with safety and food regulations to reduce opportunities for illness or accidents.
Chef
Nazareth Care
09.2018 - 07.2022
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action and performance reviews.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs.
Catering Assistant and Cook
Compass Group
10.2016 - 08.2020
- Assisted chef with planning easy but elegant appetizers to spark customer interest.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
Education
Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery -
Dolph College
Melbourne, VICCertificate III in Commercial Cookery -
Swiss Institute
Melbourne, VICMASTER OF PROVISIONAL ACCOUNTING - PROVISIONAL ACCOUNTING
University of Sunshine Coast
Sunshine Coast2018
Skills
- Recipes and menu planning
- Food Presentation
- Performance improvement
- Extensive catering background
- Menu marketing expertise
- Operations management
- Hospitality and service industry background
Certification
Food Safety Supervisors Certificate,Food Safety Handler Certificate, Food Safety Handler -Level 1, Basic Food Handler Hygiene V1 Certificate, Basic Food Allergen Awareness Certificate, , Infection Control Certificate Knife Handling Certificate, Senior Living Induction Certificate, Certificate, Employee of the month -Nazareth House Camberwell.
Timeline
Chef Manager
Iris Manor Aged Care
06.2022 - Current
Chef
Nazareth Care
09.2018 - 07.2022
Catering Assistant and Cook
Compass Group
10.2016 - 08.2020
Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery -
Dolph College
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery -
Swiss Institute
MASTER OF PROVISIONAL ACCOUNTING - PROVISIONAL ACCOUNTING
University of Sunshine Coast
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