Dipesh Uprety
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Creative and passionate chef with experience in leading kitchen operations, menu development, and team management. Skilled in crafting innovative dishes that cater to diverse palates while ensuring high standards of food safety and quality. Demonstrated ability to improve kitchen efficiency and enhance dining experiences through effective leadership and culinary skills. Successfully elevated guest satisfaction by consistently delivering exceptional meals and fostering a positive working environment for the culinary team.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Waterworks Bistro
Sydney, NSW
02.2024 - Current
Head Chef
Lavana Restaurant
Sydney, NSW
12.2022 - 01.2024
- Performed regular maintenance tasks such as cleaning equipment, utensils, floors, walls, ensuring that all areas are kept clean and sanitary at all times.
- Supervised the preparation of meals according to customer orders in a timely manner.
- Assisted in developing marketing strategies aimed at increasing restaurant revenue.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
- Developed menus and recipes for a variety of dishes, including appetizers, entrees, desserts, and specialty items.
Line Cook
Bavarian
Sydney, NSW
03.2022 - 12.2022
All Rounder Chef
Zoha Restaurant
Sydney, NSW
02.2022 - 12.2022
Breakfast Chef
Rust Bucket
Sydney, NSW
12.2020 - 02.2022
- Prepared a wide range of breakfast items such as omelets, pancakes, waffles, French toast, crepes and eggs.
- Provided assistance during peak hours by expediting orders quickly and accurately.
- Developed breakfast menus featuring traditional and innovative dishes.
Breakfast Chef
Efensi Turkish Restaurant
Sydney, NSW
08.2020 - 12.2020
All Rounder Chef
Portobello caffe
Sydney, NSW
08.2019 - 07.2020
- Instructed cooks and other workers in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
- Planned menus, ordered supplies and managed kitchen staff.
Pasta and Grill Chef
Salt meat and chesse
Sydney, NSW
12.2018 - 07.2019
- Kept up with current menu offerings and specials while adhering to all recipes and preparation standards.
- Safely operated ovens, grills, and other kitchen equipment to minimize accidents.
- Grilled and prepared a variety of meats, fish, vegetables, and other items to order according to customer specifications.
Chef De Partie
Eden Bondi
Sydney, NSW
02.2018 - 11.2018
- Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
- Analyzed recipes to determine menu prices based on cost of food, labor and overhead.
- Helped staff adhere to tough restaurant requirements through practical discipline and motivation.
- Sliced fruit and vegetables for various menu items and stored for later use in crisper.
- Maximized customer satisfaction and team operations by executing command-based structure and staff performance oversight.
Kitchen Helper
Sefa Kitchen
Sydney, NSW
08.2017 - 02.2018
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Ensured proper storage of food supplies to minimize waste and maintain freshness.
- Coordinated with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth operation and timely preparation of food.
- Assisted in food preparation tasks such as washing, peeling, cutting, and basic cooking under chef's guidance.
Kitchen Hand
Indigo Double Bay
Sydney, NSW
02.2016 - 07.2017
- Cut or sliced meat, poultry and seafood to prepare for cooking.
- Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
- Helped in setting up and cleaning up before and after service, ensuring a ready-to-use kitchen.
- Assisted in food preparation tasks such as washing, peeling, cutting, and basic cooking under chef's guidance.
- Operated dishwashers to sanitize dishes and silverware.
- Washed and sanitized plates using industrial dishwashers according to manufacturer instructions.
Education
BBA - Accounting
Holmes Institute Sydney
Sydney, NSW03-2019
Skills
- Menu development
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Staff supervision
- Recipe creation
- Time management
- Kitchen staff management
- Problem-solving
- Restaurant operations
- Safety management
Timeline
Sous Chef
Waterworks Bistro
02.2024 - Current
Head Chef
Lavana Restaurant
12.2022 - 01.2024
Line Cook
Bavarian
03.2022 - 12.2022
All Rounder Chef
Zoha Restaurant
02.2022 - 12.2022
Breakfast Chef
Rust Bucket
12.2020 - 02.2022
Breakfast Chef
Efensi Turkish Restaurant
08.2020 - 12.2020
All Rounder Chef
Portobello caffe
08.2019 - 07.2020
Pasta and Grill Chef
Salt meat and chesse
12.2018 - 07.2019
Chef De Partie
Eden Bondi
02.2018 - 11.2018
Kitchen Helper
Sefa Kitchen
08.2017 - 02.2018
Kitchen Hand
Indigo Double Bay
02.2016 - 07.2017
BBA - Accounting
Holmes Institute Sydney