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cycling
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Biren Dhakal

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Adept Chef with a proven track record at Okami Japanese, enhancing food quality and kitchen efficiency. Expert in food safety, sanitation, and knife skills, coupled with exceptional verbal communication. Achieved significant improvements in meal preparation and presentation, ensuring top-notch dining experiences. Eager to create unique and delicious dishes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with good understanding of seamless dining experience for customers. Creative and dedicated to staying up-to-date with food trends. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef

Okami Japanese
09.2022 - 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.

Kitchen Porter

Tokyo Tina
08.2018 - 05.2021
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by preparing ingredients and assembling dishes according to recipes.
  • Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with staff members.
  • Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
  • Handled high-volume prep work efficiently, ensuring all ingredients were prepared accurately and promptly.
  • Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.

Kitchen Hand

Hannoi Hanna
08.2017 - 06.2018
  • 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.
  • Supported chefs in food preparation tasks such as chopping ingredients, peeling vegetables, and marinating meats.

Education

No Degree - Diploma of Hospitality Management

Acknowledge
Melbourne, VIC
09.2022

High School Diploma -

Gorkha United Public Secondary
Nepal
10.2016

Skills

  • Food safety and sanitation
  • Knife Skills
  • Cooking techniques
  • Food quality
  • Kitchen Management
  • Food presentation
  • Meal Preparation
  • Effective Communications
  • Kitchen Operations
  • Grilling Techniques
  • Ingredient Knowledge
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Frying techniques

cycling

I like to cycling in my free time, to maintain my body and health.

Languages

Nepali
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Professional Working
English
Professional Working

Timeline

Chef

Okami Japanese
09.2022 - Current

Kitchen Porter

Tokyo Tina
08.2018 - 05.2021

Kitchen Hand

Hannoi Hanna
08.2017 - 06.2018

No Degree - Diploma of Hospitality Management

Acknowledge

High School Diploma -

Gorkha United Public Secondary
Biren Dhakal