Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
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Kamarul  Che Rose

Kamarul Che Rose

Head Chef
Surfers Paradise,QLD

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience as Head Chef for several years, excelling in menu development and kitchen management. Proven ability to train teams and enhance food safety standards, fostering a collaborative environment that drives excellence in food quality and customer satisfaction.


Experienced culinary professional with comprehensive experience in culinary education and classroom management. Proven ability to design and deliver effective culinary training programs that elevate student performance and engagement. Reliable team player is known for adaptability and results-driven approach, skilled in both classic and modern cooking techniques, and valued for strong organizational and communication skills.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Chef

Kopitalk Coffee Pty Ltd (Australia)
04.2020 - Current
  • Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
  • Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
  • Trained junior chefs in advanced culinary techniques and food safety procedures, helping them grow professionally within the industry.

Lecturer (Culinary Arts)

MARA University of Tecnology, Penang (Malaysia)
02.2019 - 03.2020
  • Cultivated critical thinking skills through challenging assignments that required analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information from various sources.
  • Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
  • Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
  • Mentored junior faculty members, sharing best practices in curriculum design and student assessment.

Head Chef

Kopitalk Coffee Pty Ltd (Australia)
11.2017 - 01.2019
  • Implemented new recipes and modern cooking techniques to continuously improve the menu offerings and overall dining experience for guests.
  • Designed visually appealing plated presentations that enhanced both taste appeal and overall dining experience for patrons.
  • Trained junior chefs in advanced culinary techniques and food safety procedures, helping them grow professionally within the industry.

Lecturer (Culinary Arts)

MARA University Of Technology Penang (Malaysia)
06.2012 - 09.2016
  • Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
  • Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
  • Arranged syllabus, developed schedule, and determined reading list for varied courses simultaneously, giving students appropriate time to complete assignments and absorb information.

Assistant Head Chef

Maharani Seafood Restaurant (Australia)
09.2009 - 05.2012
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining food preparation processes and maintaining a clean workspace.
  • Collaborated with the Head Chef to design seasonal menus highlighting locally sourced ingredients.
  • Managed daily kitchen operations in Head Chef''s absence, ensuring smooth service during peak hours.

Lecturer (Culinary Arts)

MARA University Of Technology Penang (Malaysia)
03.2004 - 06.2008
  • Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
  • Mentored and advised students to explore career pathways based on and amplify knowledge, skills, and strengths.
  • Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.

Assistant Lecturer (Culinary Arts)

MARA University Of Technology Shah Alam (Malaysia)
11.2000 - 06.2003
  • Cultivated critical thinking skills through challenging assignments that required analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information from various sources.
  • Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
  • Led seminars and workshops to facilitate student learning and engagement and increase memory retention.

Education

Ph.D. - Hospitality Management

Griffith University
QLD
04-2016

Master of Arts - Tourism And Hospitality Management

Griffith University
QLD
10-2004

Bachelor of Science - Foodservice Management

MARA University of Tecnology
Shah Alam, Malaysia
11-2000

Diploma - Chef Training

MARA University Of Tecnology
Terengganu, Malaysia
06-1998

Skills

  • Culinary Operations Management
  • Curriculum Development (Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management)
  • Eastern and Western Cookery (Expert in South East Asian Cookery)
  • Research and Analysis in Hospitality Management

Accomplishments

  • FHA (Singapore) Culinary Challenge - Bronze Award (New Asia Cuisine Competition)
  • Battle of the Chef (Penang, Malaysia) - Silver Award (Main Course - Fish/Seafood)
  • Official Chef for Ministry of Tourism & Culture Malaysia - Head of the culinary team for various culinary promotions and functions such as London, Japan, Vietnam, Singapore, Australia, Indonesia, and Brunei

Timeline

Head Chef

Kopitalk Coffee Pty Ltd (Australia)
04.2020 - Current

Lecturer (Culinary Arts)

MARA University of Tecnology, Penang (Malaysia)
02.2019 - 03.2020

Head Chef

Kopitalk Coffee Pty Ltd (Australia)
11.2017 - 01.2019

Lecturer (Culinary Arts)

MARA University Of Technology Penang (Malaysia)
06.2012 - 09.2016

Assistant Head Chef

Maharani Seafood Restaurant (Australia)
09.2009 - 05.2012

Lecturer (Culinary Arts)

MARA University Of Technology Penang (Malaysia)
03.2004 - 06.2008

Assistant Lecturer (Culinary Arts)

MARA University Of Technology Shah Alam (Malaysia)
11.2000 - 06.2003

Ph.D. - Hospitality Management

Griffith University

Master of Arts - Tourism And Hospitality Management

Griffith University

Bachelor of Science - Foodservice Management

MARA University of Tecnology

Diploma - Chef Training

MARA University Of Tecnology
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