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CHANDAN GURUNG

Brisbane,QLD

Summary

Safety-conscious Trainee Chef eager to learn and ready to take on kitchen tasks of all size and specialty. Well-trained in kitchen hygiene, assisting multiple levels of culinary operations with diverse skillset and willingness to share expertise with others. Fast learner with flexibility in execution of evolving culinary needs at moment's notice.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Trainee Chef

Sunshine Kebabs
04.2023 - Current
  • Cleaned kitchen counters, refrigerators, and freezers.
  • Mastered proper knife skills to efficiently complete vegetable cuts, meat trimming, and filleting tasks.
  • Prepared mise en place prior to service hours for seamless execution of menu items during peak times.
  • Learned essential time-management strategies while working under pressure in fast-paced kitchen environments.
  • Extensive Knowledge of various kebab recipes, including chicken and doner kebabs, charcoal chicken shish wrap, charcol lamb shish wrap and charcol adhana wrap.
  • Proficient in operating and maintaining woodfired pizza ovens.
  • skilled in dough preperation, hand-stretching, and crafting a varirty of pizza styles.
  • Knowlwdgeable in sourcing high-quality ingredients and developing unique pizza recipes.
  • Proficient in charcoal grilling, including temperature control and cooking times for various meats.
  • Experties in merinating and seasoning techniques for meats such as steaks,ribs, chicken, and lamb.
  • Ability to create and maintain the perfect char and smoky flavor using charcoal grilling methods.

Assistant Cook

Hotel Crown Himalayas
07.2018 - 01.2023
  • Prepared food orders to support waitstaff and other team members.
  • Upheld strict cleanliness standards by regularly sanitizing all surfaces and equipment within the kitchen area.
  • Adapted quickly to menu changes and special dietary requests from customers, ensuring guest satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with team members to execute successful daily meal services for up to 200 guests.
  • Maintained proper food safety practices, ensuring a healthy and safe dining environment for guests.
  • Supported head chef in developing innovative recipes, resulting in higher customer satisfaction.
  • Contributed ideas for seasonal menu planning, incorporating fresh ingredients for optimal taste and variety.
  • Developed strong knife skills through consistent practice, increasing precision in ingredient preparation.

Basic Training in Culinary Arts

International Hotel Training Center
06.2017 - 10.2017

Education

High School Diploma -

Marigold English Boarding Secondary School
Nepal
12.2018

Accomplishments

  • Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
  • Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
  • Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.

Timeline

Trainee Chef

Sunshine Kebabs
04.2023 - Current

Assistant Cook

Hotel Crown Himalayas
07.2018 - 01.2023

Basic Training in Culinary Arts

International Hotel Training Center
06.2017 - 10.2017

High School Diploma -

Marigold English Boarding Secondary School
CHANDAN GURUNG