Diwas Karki
Saint Albans,VIC
Summary
Experienced chef with a passion for the culinary arts, actively seeking a position in the industry to enhance skills and knowledge. Committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences, brings a proven track record of creating innovative and delicious dishes while maintaining high standards of quality and presentation. Seeking a challenging role to contribute expertise, creativity, and enthusiasm in elevating the dining experience for patrons.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Chef
The Nourish Eatery
12.2023 - Current
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Ensured consistent quality control of all dishes leaving the kitchen, resulting in a reputation for excellence among patrons.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Chef De Partie
The Groove Train Foresthill
04.2023 - 12.2024
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
- Reduced food waste by carefully monitoring inventory levels and adjusting orders accordingly.
- Supported head chef in menu creation, incorporating seasonal ingredients for innovative dishes.
- Collaborated closely with head chef to develop recipes that significantly increased customer satisfaction.
Kitchen Manager/Head Chef
Manchester Press Cafe
04.2022 - 05.2023
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Calculated prices of ingredients to monitor food costs and control expenses.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
Demi-chef
The Groove Train Ballarat
02.2020 - 04.2022
- Plan, prepare, cook and present dishes within restaurant or company guidelines
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Played a key role in achieving positive health inspection results by maintaining strict compliance with all relevant guidelines and regulations throughout daily operations.
- Set up Miss en place
Commis Chef/cook
The Groove Train
12.2017 - 02.2019
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Observed different kitchen chefs' preparation of sauces, breads, and other items to gain knowledge in diverse cooking and baking techniques.
- Gained comprehensive knowledge of various cooking techniques through hands-on experience and ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Enhanced culinary skills by assisting in the preparation of various dishes under the guidance of experienced chefs.
- Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
- Rotated through all prep stations to learn different techniques.
Education
Stott's Colleges
South Melbourne, VIC06-2022
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Kitchen leadership
- Food Safety
- Inventory Management
- Allergen awareness
- Safety Management
- Menu development
- Safe handling
- Cost Control
- Portion Control
- Cleaning and sanitation
Certification
- Food Safety Manager Certification - National Registry of Food Safety Professionals or Prometric.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Sous Chef
The Nourish Eatery
12.2023 - Current
Chef De Partie
The Groove Train Foresthill
04.2023 - 12.2024
Kitchen Manager/Head Chef
Manchester Press Cafe
04.2022 - 05.2023
Demi-chef
The Groove Train Ballarat
02.2020 - 04.2022
Commis Chef/cook
The Groove Train
12.2017 - 02.2019
Stott's Colleges
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