Dilpreet Singh
Adelaide,SA
Summary
Dynamic Chef with extensive experience at Chennai Palace, excelling in menu planning and culinary training. Proven ability to enhance food quality and safety while leading kitchen teams. Recognized for innovative recipe development and effective communication, driving customer satisfaction and operational efficiency in fast-paced environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Chennai Palace
Adelaide, South Australia
02.2024 - Current
- Managed kitchen staff team and assigned tasks for various stages of food production.
- Delegated tasks and supervised kitchen staff to optimize food preparation, presentation and safety.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Trained new chefs on proper cooking techniques and menu items.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
- Selected and developed recipes and planned menus, driving consistent food quality and production.
- Instructed cooks and other workers in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
Line Leader
Kitchen food Company
Melbourne, Victoria
05.2023 - 06.2024
- Coordinated with quality assurance teams to ensure products met all required standards.
- Classified defects from finished orders for record tracking and statistics.
- Trained new line workers in proper operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
Machine Operator
Kitchen Food Company
Melbourne, Victoria
05.2023 - 06.2024
- Documented and recorded critical metrics in database related to pressure, temperature, level and flow data to maintain and update accurate repair logs.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Monitored process units and quality control testing performance for plant processes and water quality sampling.
Chef
Bombay Chopati
Melbourne, Vic
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Delegated tasks for kitchen employees and developed staff teams to streamline food preparation procedures.
- Supervised team members during meal service to ensure accuracy of orders.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service issues.
- Experimented with various ingredients and cooking techniques to develop new and flavorful dishes for customers.
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.
Chef
Avrah Indian Restaurant
Melbourne, Victoria
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Met with clients to discuss menus and meal options for weddings and banquets.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Planned menus, ordered supplies and managed kitchen staff.
- Supervised specialty dish preparation to satisfy customer requests and cater to various dietary needs.
- Suggested and prepared promotional dishes according to ingredient availability and customer preferences.
- Exercised portion control for items served, eliminating waste.
- Instructed cooks and other workers in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
- Delegated tasks and supervised kitchen staff to optimize food preparation, presentation and safety.
Kitchen Hand
Avrah Indian Restaurant
Melbourne, Vic
04.2021 - 05.2022
- Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
- Managed garbage disposal and recycling in accordance with kitchen protocols.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
- Followed recipes and customer requests to prepare meals.
- Followed health and safety guidelines to prevent accidents and ensure a safe working environment.
Education
Diploma - Diploma Of Hospitality Management
Queens College of Vocational Education
Melbourne, VIC02-2021
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Queens College of Vocational Education
Melbourne, VIC06-2020
Skills
- Menu planning
- Recipe development
- Food safety
- Culinary training
- Kitchen management
- Quality control
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Self motivation
- Active listening
- Adaptability
- Risk assessment
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Employee training
- Quality assurance
Custom
- Full working Rights ( Permanent Residence )
- Personal Vehicle to Travel
- refrences available if required
Timeline
Chef
Chennai Palace
02.2024 - Current
Chef
Bombay Chopati
08.2023 - 02.2024
Line Leader
Kitchen food Company
05.2023 - 06.2024
Machine Operator
Kitchen Food Company
05.2023 - 06.2024
Chef
Avrah Indian Restaurant
05.2022 - 08.2023
Kitchen Hand
Avrah Indian Restaurant
04.2021 - 05.2022
Diploma - Diploma Of Hospitality Management
Queens College of Vocational Education
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Queens College of Vocational Education