Claudia Katherine Torres
Parkville
Summary
Dynamic Demi Chef with leadership qualities and a strong focus on food safety at Melbourne Indigenous Transition School. Enhanced service speed through effective multitasking and workflow optimization, while mentoring kitchen staff. Contributed to menu innovation and maintained high food quality standards, ensuring compliance with health regulations and allergen awareness.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Demi Chef
Melbourne Indigenous Transition School
10.2022 - Current
- Increased speed of service by efficiently multitasking during while maintaining consistent dish quality.
- Supported Head chef in daily mise-en-place, assigned preparation projects and inventory activities.
- Mentored Kitchen hands members, providing guidance on proper cooking techniques and kitchen best practices in food safety.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication and teamwork among kitchen staff.
- Actively participated in menu planning meetings with the head chef to provide valuable input based on expertise in specific cuisines or techniques.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation, ensuring compliance with local health codes and regulations.
- Collaborated with head chef to develop new menu items, incorporating seasonal ingredients and current culinary trends.
- Monitored stock levels of both ingredients and seasonings, notifying head chef of low levels to support prompt ordering.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
Commis Chef
Melbourne Indigenous Transition School
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Enhanced culinary skills by assisting in the preparation of various dishes under the guidance of experienced chefs.
- Contributed to a well-organized and efficient kitchen by maintaining clean workstations and following sanitation guidelines.
- Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Kitchen Hand
Melbourne Indigenous Transition School
07.2022 - 08.2023
- 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.
Education
Certificate III And IV, Dip Hospitality Management
Melbourne City Institute of Education
Melbourne, VIC04-2024
Skills
- Leadership qualities
- Food safety
- Adaptability in kitchen
- Food presentation
- Allergen awareness
- Workflow optimization
- Kitchen leadership
- Supervising food prep
Timeline
Commis Chef
Melbourne Indigenous Transition School
09.2023 - 02.2024
Demi Chef
Melbourne Indigenous Transition School
10.2022 - Current
Kitchen Hand
Melbourne Indigenous Transition School
07.2022 - 08.2023
Certificate III And IV, Dip Hospitality Management
Melbourne City Institute of Education
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