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Dipendra Sapkota

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

  • Assisting the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality and presentation.
  • Supervised kitchen staff and coordinated food preparation activities to ensure timely service.
  • Contributed to menu development and introduced new recipes that were well-received by customers.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef

Rococo Acland Street
07.2021 - Current

Menu Development: Create innovative menus, incorporating fresh, high-quality ingredients to attract and retain customers.

Food Preparation: Prepare and cook dishes to the highest standards of quality and presentation, ensuring consistency in taste and appearance.

Supervision and Leadership: Oversee kitchen staff, providing training, mentorship, and performance evaluations to maintain a skilled and motivated team.

Inventory Management: Manage inventory, order supplies, and maintain cost controls to maximize efficiency and minimize waste.

Quality Control: Ensure all dishes meet established standards for taste, presentation, and portion size, conducting regular quality checks.

Health and Safety: Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, adhering to all health and safety regulations, including proper food handling and storage procedures.

Collaboration: Work closely with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service, addressing any issues promptly to maintain customer satisfaction.

Recipe Standardization: Develop and standardized recipes, ensuring consistency and ease of preparation across shifts.

Cost Management: Monitor food costs, labor costs, and kitchen expenses, implementing measures to increase profitability while maintaining quality.

Education

Diploma - Hospitality Management

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Melbourne, VIC
07.2022

Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery

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Melbourne, VIC
12.2021

Certificate III - Commercial Cookery

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Melbourne Vic
07.2021

Skills

    Culinary Skills

  • Menu Development: Expertise in creating innovative and diverse menus
  • Cooking Techniques: Mastery of a wide range of cooking methods, including grilling, roasting, sautéing, braising, and sous-vide
  • Food Presentation: Exceptional plating and presentation skills to ensure visually appealing dishes
  • Baking and Pastry: Proficiency in baking and pastry arts, including bread, desserts, and confections
  • Recipe Development: Ability to create and standardise recipes for consistency and quality
  • Kitchen Management

  • Team Leadership: Strong leadership skills to manage, train, and motivate kitchen staff
  • Inventory Management: Efficient management of inventory, ordering, and stock rotation
  • Cost Control: Effective cost management practices to minimize waste and maximize profitability
  • Time Management: Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Quality Control: Ensuring high standards of food quality, taste, and consistency Health and Safety
  • Food Safety: Comprehensive knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices
  • Sanitation: Maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen environment
  • Allergen Awareness: Understanding and managing food allergens to ensure customer safety
  • НАССР: Experience with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) procedures
  • Technical Skills

  • Knife Skills: Superior knife skills for precise and efficient food preparation
  • Cooking Equipment: Proficiency in using a variety of kitchen equipment and tools
  • Technology: Familiarity with kitchen management software and POS systems

Timeline

Chef

Rococo Acland Street
07.2021 - Current

Diploma - Hospitality Management

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Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery

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Certificate III - Commercial Cookery

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Dipendra Sapkota