Chiamaka Ogbonna
Glenelg South,Australia
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented Junior Chef with a proven track record at PIPPO, excelling in food preparation and mise en place. Adept at maintaining high hygiene standards while thriving under pressure, I consistently enhance customer satisfaction through visually appealing dishes and effective teamwork, ensuring a seamless kitchen operation.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Commis Chef
1947 Cafe
Clearview, SA
04.2025 - Current
- 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.
- Collaborated with other kitchen staff members to ensure smooth workflow during peak dining hours.
- Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Contributed to a positive team atmosphere through effective communication with colleagues and supervisors.
- Plated and presented food following chef requirements.
- Assisted with meal presentation, garnishing dishes, and arranging serving platters to create an appealing visual display.
- Transported food items from storage areas to kitchen for prepping.
- Followed recipes and chef instructions to prepare food correctly.
- Reduced waste by effectively managing inventory levels and rotating stock to maintain freshness.
Junior Chef
PIPPO
North Adelaide
04.2024 - 03.2025
- Developed strong time management skills, effectively prioritizing tasks to ensure completion within allocated timeframes.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes, techniques, and equipment changes within the kitchen environment.
- Ensured proper rotation of stock items based on expiration dates to maintain freshness and minimize waste.
- Efficiently managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining focus on priorities within a fast-paced setting.
- Streamlined meal preparation processes by organizing ingredients and equipment, allowing for faster service times during peak hours.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by preparing and presenting visually appealing dishes in a timely manner.
- Supported catering events by assisting with food preparation, plating, and serving as needed for large-scale functions.
- Prepped daily menu items to quickly deliver upon request.
- Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Kitchen Hand
Brighton Metro Hotel
Glenelg, SA
08.2022 - 03.2025
- 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.
- Collaborated with other kitchen staff members to ensure smooth workflow during peak dining hours.
- Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Contributed to a positive team atmosphere through effective communication with colleagues and supervisors.
- Plated and presented food following chef requirements.
- Assisted with meal presentation, garnishing dishes, and arranging serving platters to create an appealing visual display.
- Transported food items from storage areas to kitchen for prepping.
- Followed recipes and chef instructions to prepare food correctly.
- Reduced waste by effectively managing inventory levels and rotating stock to maintain freshness.
Education
Commercial Cookery Cert III - Cookery
Tred College
Adelaide, SA06.2024
Skills
- Hygiene practices
- Work under pressure
- Food preparation
- Mise en place
- Sauce making
- Cleanliness
- Portion control
Certification
Certificate 3
Certificate 3
Commercial cookery
Timeline
Commis Chef
1947 Cafe
04.2025 - Current
Junior Chef
PIPPO
04.2024 - 03.2025
Kitchen Hand
Brighton Metro Hotel
08.2022 - 03.2025
Commercial Cookery Cert III - Cookery
Tred College