Destini White
Mildura,VIC
Summary
Versatile and dynamic, with a proven track record at Red Cliff's Hotel, I enhanced dining experiences through innovative recipe development and exceptional food safety practices. My adeptness in problem-solving and fostering customer relations significantly boosted repeat business. Renowned for culinary excellence and a collaborative spirit, I consistently exceeded quality and service expectations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef/Kitchen Hand
Red Cliff's Hotel
01.2012 - 12.2013
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
- Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Adapted menus seasonally, incorporating fresh produce to create visually appealing and flavorful dishes.
- Managed food costs, sourcing ingredients from local suppliers to support community partnerships and sustainable practices.
- Collaborated effectively with front-of-house team for seamless dining experience and positive customer feedback.
- Developed innovative recipes, attracting new clientele and increasing overall sales.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization in kitchen, passing all health inspections with excellent ratings.
- Negotiated with vendors for better pricing on high-quality ingredients, balancing costs without compromising standards.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
- Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
- Developed strong time management skills, effectively prioritizing tasks to ensure completion within allocated timeframes.
Team Member
MacDonalds
01.2011 - 12.2011
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
- Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
- Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
- Assisted with in-store operations by disassembling delivery boxes, cleaning floors, and dishwashing.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly and professionally, ensuring repeat patronage.
- Checked and restocked utensils and condiments in appropriate locations for guests.
- Completed transactions accurately while maintaining superior cash handling skills and following security protocols.
- Operated cash register to ring up final bill and process various forms of payment.
- Stocked shelves to organize aisles in assigned department.
Education
Short Courses -
Linked in Learning
Online 01-2021
Certificate IV Accounting & Bookkeeping - Partial Units Completed
Sunitafe
Mildura01-2021
Hospitality Operations
Complex Institute of Education
Mildura, VIC02-2013
Certificate III - Commericial Coockery
Sunitafe
Mildura11-2012
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Knife Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Food quality
- Customer Service
- Problem-solving abilities
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Customer Relations
- Data Entry
- Problem Resolution
- Money handling abilities
- Complaint Handling
- Scheduling
- Call Management
- Professional telephone demeanor
- Customer satisfaction measurement
- Client Relations
- Complaint resolution
- Administrative Support
Timeline
Chef/Kitchen Hand
Red Cliff's Hotel
01.2012 - 12.2013
Team Member
MacDonalds
01.2011 - 12.2011
Short Courses -
Linked in Learning
Certificate IV Accounting & Bookkeeping - Partial Units Completed
Sunitafe
Hospitality Operations
Complex Institute of Education
Certificate III - Commericial Coockery
Sunitafe
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