Buddhika Madushan
Adelaide,SA
Summary
I have learned skills and knowledge to work in a kitchen in past few years and Attained Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery and Diploma of Hospitality management at AHTS Training and Education. Experienced with food preparation and cooking in a variety of food to fine dining, and from Australian cuisine to Asian fusion and Spanish tapas and paella. Works well in fast-paced kitchen and stays organized and efficient under pressure. In terms of western cuisine, I would like to work in order to broaden my experiences and exercise my skills in an effective manner in in hospitality
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Mr Chu Cafe in Burnside
burnside, SA
01.2025 - Current
- Prepared diverse menu items using fresh ingredients daily.
- Collaborated with team to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
- Trained new staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols.
- Managed inventory levels to minimize waste and ensure ingredient availability.
- Ensured compliance with food safety regulations and health standards consistently.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
Cook/Chef
Mr Chu contemporary eatery
Adelaide, SA
01.2022 - 12.2024
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Ordered supplies for the kitchen.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
- Planned menus based on customer preferences, nutritional value and budget constraints.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
Kitchen Hand
villa 77 spanish taps bar and restaurent
parkside, unley road, sa
10.2020 - 11.2021
- Deep fry food to orders including Spanish croquet ball and prawns etc -
- Pan fry chorizo, mushroom and prepare salads,
- slow cooked meatballs and other tapas
- Set-up the station with par stocks, and arrange the dishes designated for that station
- Swept and mopped floors to maintain cleanliness in the kitchen area.
- Cleaned dishes, pots, pans and utensils.
Education
Diploma of hospitality mangement -
ahts training and EDUCATION
Sa12-2021
certficate iv in commercial cookery -
ahts training and EDUCATION
Sacertificte iii in commercial cookery -
ahts training and EDUCATION
Sasitxfsa001 use hygienec prsctices for food safety -
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Skills
- Able to multitask and compleete different orders simultaneouslu during peak hours
- Excellent organizational skills – keeps section tidy and stays in control of workflow
- Special interest in creative plating and presentation
- Solid team player in a busy kitchen to ensure successful service
- Mental and physical stamina to produce consistent quality during long shifts
- Fluent speaking in English
- Quality control
References
- Scott Mansfield, trainer ,+61-8 8223 1818/ 0417 876 905, scott@ahts.sa.edu.au
- Lina Wang, head chef villa77 , +61 430 914 150
- daniel chu, director of mr chu, +61 430 652 101
Timeline
Chef
Mr Chu Cafe in Burnside
01.2025 - Current
Cook/Chef
Mr Chu contemporary eatery
01.2022 - 12.2024
Kitchen Hand
villa 77 spanish taps bar and restaurent
10.2020 - 11.2021
Diploma of hospitality mangement -
ahts training and EDUCATION
certficate iv in commercial cookery -
ahts training and EDUCATION
certificte iii in commercial cookery -
ahts training and EDUCATION