Ben Fernando
Balga,WA
Summary
An energetic, ambitious person who has developed a mature and responsible approach to any tasks that undertake, or situation that pressed with. Have capacity to work for long hours and have knowledge to work effectively with the team with positive attitudes. I am willing to accept challenges in the industry while developing my knowledge and skills.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Cafe All-rounder
Dome Scarborough Beachfront
09.2024 - Current
- Assist in kitchen operations including food prep, cooking, and plating while maintaining hygiene and quality standards.
- Support front-of-house duties by welcoming guests, barista ,taking orders, serving food and beverages, and ensuring excellent customer service.
- Collaborate with team members to maintain smooth service in a fast-paced beachfront café environment.
Front Office Associate
Handagedara Resort & Spa
01.2024 - 07.2024
• Welcomed guests, managed check-in/check-out and reservations, and resolved inquiries to deliver excellent guest service.
Commis Chef
Spago Group Of Companies, UAE
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted chefs with preparation, cooking, and plating while maintaining speed, quality, and hygiene during a high-profile global event.
Trainee Chef
Shangri-La Hotels
- Supported daily kitchen operations, food preparation, and plating while maintaining 5-star hygiene and service standards.
Education
Bachelor Of Hospitality And Tourism Management
Murdoch University
Perth, WAISO 22000/HACCP Hygiene & Food Safety Course
Colombo Bartender & Barista School
04.2024
Master Barista Course
Colombo Bartender & Barista School
03.2024
Professional Diploma in Bartending & Mixology
Colombo Bartender & Barista School
01.2024
Diploma Of Hospitality Management
William Angliss Institute
12.2023
Certificate Level IV in Commercial Cookery
William Angliss Institute
06.2023
Certificate Level III in Commercial Cookery
William Angliss Institute
12.2022
G.C.E Advanced Level Examination
Thurstan College
02.2022
Skills
- Strong foundation in classical and contemporary cooking techniques (hot & cold kitchen)
- Basic knowledge of fine dining plating and presentation, with a strong willingness to learn and improve
- Knowledge of HACCP, ISO 22000 standards, and safe food handling practices
- Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced, high-volume service environments
- Barista expertise: espresso extraction, latte art, specialty coffee preparation
- Beverage knowledge: mixology basics, cocktail preparation, and food pairing
- Menu knowledge retention and ability to make professional recommendations
- Multitasking as an all-rounder: BOH prep, FOH guest service, and café operations
- Efficient mise en place, stock rotation, and kitchen organization
REFERENCES
Ishwar Bohara
Kitchen Manager- Dome Scarborough
+61 414 293 920
Grishma
Cafe Manager -
Dome Cafe Maylands (Head Branch)
+61 426 281 898
Timeline
Cafe All-rounder
Dome Scarborough Beachfront
09.2024 - Current
Front Office Associate
Handagedara Resort & Spa
01.2024 - 07.2024
Commis Chef
Spago Group Of Companies, UAE
10.2022 - 12.2022
Trainee Chef
Shangri-La Hotels
Bachelor Of Hospitality And Tourism Management
Murdoch University
ISO 22000/HACCP Hygiene & Food Safety Course
Colombo Bartender & Barista School
Master Barista Course
Colombo Bartender & Barista School
Professional Diploma in Bartending & Mixology
Colombo Bartender & Barista School
Diploma Of Hospitality Management
William Angliss Institute
Certificate Level IV in Commercial Cookery
William Angliss Institute
Certificate Level III in Commercial Cookery
William Angliss Institute
G.C.E Advanced Level Examination
Thurstan College
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