Dilan Fernando
Morwell,VIC
Summary
I as a reliable, enthusiastic and a friendly person am keen to pursue employment opportunities, where I may contribute my 13 years of experience, skills and friendly reception to full-fill the wishes of my Employer to the best of my ability.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
BUSINESS MANGER
Brentley Events
03.2019 - Current
- Planned and implemented Events according to Clients requirements - Manage Budgets and ensure all the events complete under the dead line - Build the Good relationship with the clients - Coordinating with Suppliers - Supervise the Staff - Marketing and sales
- Developed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, leading to significant growth opportunities for the company.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction levels by implementing an effective feedback system and addressing concerns promptly and efficiently.
- Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Head Chef
Fat Sicilian Cafe And Restaurants
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Collaborated with front-of-house team to ensure seamless service during high-volume periods, resulting in increased customer satisfaction rates.
- Optimized ingredient usage through meticulous waste tracking procedures, significantly reducing overall food waste levels within the establishment.
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Arranged for kitchen equipment maintenance and repair when needed.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Trained junior chefs in advanced culinary techniques and food safety procedures, helping them grow professionally within the industry.
Chef De Partie
Crown Casino Melbourne
08.2013 - 01.2023
- Demonstrate high standards of hygiene - Work corporately with other team members - Follow the Instructions of the Executive chefs - Preparing all the type of foods for Buffets an A la Cart Daily preparations
- Sanitized all counters properly to prevent food-borne illness.
- Achieved cost savings by negotiating better pricing with vendors for key ingredients without compromising on quality.
- Assisted in staff training, developing strong teamwork and consistency in dish preparation.
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
- Managed inventory efficiently, rotating stock to ensure freshness while minimizing spoilage or waste.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
- Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Commis Chef
Froset Edge - Weddings And Conference
08.2011 - 06.2013
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Developed strong multitasking abilities by managing multiple cooking stations during peak hours, ensuring consistent quality output.
- Collaborated with vendors and suppliers to obtain quality recipe ingredients while adhering to company budgets.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
- Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
Cook
Melbourne Convention And Exhibition Centre
11.2010 - 08.2011
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Ensured adherence to dietary restrictions like gluten-free or vegan options without compromising taste or presentation.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Education
Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking -
Holmesglen Tafe
05.2022
Diploma in Hospitality Mangement -
Infinity Melbourne
01.2013
Skills
- Kitchen Operations
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Food Safety Regulations
- Staff Training
- Problem Solving
- Leadership
- Business Management
- Management of Financial Resources
- Customer Service
- Team building
- MS office
- Quality Control
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Head Chef
Fat Sicilian Cafe And Restaurants
01.2023 - Current
BUSINESS MANGER
Brentley Events
03.2019 - Current
Chef De Partie
Crown Casino Melbourne
08.2013 - 01.2023
Commis Chef
Froset Edge - Weddings And Conference
08.2011 - 06.2013
Cook
Melbourne Convention And Exhibition Centre
11.2010 - 08.2011
Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking -
Holmesglen Tafe
Diploma in Hospitality Mangement -
Infinity Melbourne
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