Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Summary of Qualifications
References
Timeline
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Bijay Rai

Kurralta Park,SA

Summary

Looking for a career position as a Chef in a restaurant with a dedication to rendering
high-quality service and good food for the customers.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef

Bliv Cafe and Burger Bar
Black Forest, SA
01.2025 - Current

• Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment regularly.
• Oversaw care and maintenance of kitchen equipment.
• Prepared food items such as meats, and poultry for frying purposes.
• Grilled meats to customer specifications.
• Provided support to crew members through all facets of food preparation and
delivery.
• Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
• Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
• Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Chef

Calypso Bakery Cafe
Pendle Hill, Sydney
02.2022 - 01.2025

• Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
• Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
• Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product
availability.
• Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
• Engaged with customers, offering menu information, providing suggestions, and
showing genuine appreciation for business.

Cook

The Epping Hotel
Epping, NSW
07.2022 - 01.2024
  • Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
  • Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
  • Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
  • Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.

Education

Diploma - Hospitality Management

Training For Knowledge and Livelihood
Sydney
02.2024

Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery

Training For Knowledge and Livelihood
Sydney
09.2023

Skills

Customer Needs Assessments
Knowledge of food safety standards
Effective planner
Detail-oriented

Strong communication
Timely Food Delivery
Recipes and menu planning
Kitchen equipment operation

Summary of Qualifications

  • Diligent and passionate cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong
    knowledge of food safety.
  • Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized, and clean kitchen areas to
    maximize productivity.
    • Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style
    dedicated to meeting every preparation and service need.
    • Ability to cook the requests of customers
    • Can manage a big kitchen and assign duties to co-workers

References

Jervicks Leaban (Head Chef), Calypso Bakery Cafe

Contacts: 0420230117

Abigyan Karki, Owner, Bliv Cafe and Burger Bar

Contacts: 0404251662

Timeline

Chef

Bliv Cafe and Burger Bar
01.2025 - Current

Cook

The Epping Hotel
07.2022 - 01.2024

Chef

Calypso Bakery Cafe
02.2022 - 01.2025

Diploma - Hospitality Management

Training For Knowledge and Livelihood

Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery

Training For Knowledge and Livelihood
Bijay Rai