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BHAVANA

CHEF
Dandenong North,VIC

Timeline

ADVANCE DIPLOMA - ADVANCE DIPLOMA IN HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

Australian Vocational Education & Training Academy
07.2021 - 11.2021

Chef

DELHI ROCKS
04.2021 - Current

Process Worker

Munch N Crunch
11.2020 - 04.2021

DIPLOMA - DIPLOMA IN HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

Australian Vocational Education & Training Academy
11.2020 - 07.2021

CERTIFICATE - CERTIFICATE 4 IN COMMERCIAL COOKERY

Australian Vocational Education & Training Academy
05.2020 - 11.2020

Cook

DELHI ROCKS
12.2019 - 06.2020

CERTIFICATE - CERTIFICATE 3 IN COMMERCIAL COOKERY

Australian Vocational Education & Training Academy
05.2019 - 05.2020

Work History

Chef

DELHI ROCKS
Melbourne, VIC
04.2021 - Current
  • 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.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
  • Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
  • Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
  • Upheld stringent food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant health department guidelines.
  • Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.

Process Worker

Munch N Crunch
Melbourne, VIC
11.2020 - 04.2021
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, resulting in a safer environment for all employees.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve daily production goals and consistently meet deadlines.
  • Prepared, boxed, and staged outgoing shipments.
  • Remained attentive throughout shifts, identifying potential safety hazards and promptly addressing them to maintain a secure work environment.
  • Contributed to reducing waste by carefully following instructions and efficiently utilizing raw materials.
  • Graded and packaged finished products, transporting items for additional processing, storage, or shipment off-site.
  • Improved production efficiency by closely monitoring and adjusting machine settings as needed.
  • Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.

Cook

DELHI ROCKS
Melbourne, VIC
12.2019 - 06.2020
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Education

CERTIFICATE - CERTIFICATE 3 IN COMMERCIAL COOKERY

Australian Vocational Education & Training Academy
MELBOURNE
05.2019 - 05.2020

CERTIFICATE - CERTIFICATE 4 IN COMMERCIAL COOKERY

Australian Vocational Education & Training Academy
MELBOURNE
05.2020 - 11.2020

DIPLOMA - DIPLOMA IN HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

Australian Vocational Education & Training Academy
MELBOURNE
11.2020 - 07.2021

ADVANCE DIPLOMA - ADVANCE DIPLOMA IN HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

Australian Vocational Education & Training Academy
MELBOURNE
07.2021 - 11.2021

Skills

  • Food safety and sanitation
  • Knife Skills
  • Cooking techniques
  • Food quality
  • Kitchen Management
  • Food presentation
  • Meal Preparation
  • Effective Communications
  • Kitchen Operations
  • Grilling Techniques
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Ingredient Knowledge
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Frying techniques
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Food plating and presentation
  • Allergen awareness
  • Sauce preparation
  • Sanitation Guidelines
  • Food pairing
  • Recipe creation
  • Staff Coordination
  • Sanitation Practices
  • Menu Planning
  • Nutrition knowledge
  • Made-to-order meals
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Menu development
BHAVANA CHEF