Doreen Kerubo
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Determined Commis Chef promoting great stamina, passion and versatility. Flexible individual skilled working as part of busy team and interested in helping with different tasks. Over one year of experience in busy, high-end restaurant environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Commis Chef
The Gidley
11.2022 - Current
- Rotated through all prep stations to learn different techniques
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency
- Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards
- Demonstrated attention to detail through precise measuring and accurate execution of recipe instructions, resulting in consistently high-quality dishes
- Worked with chef de partie to learn storage locations of fresh ingredients for daily use by station staff
- Contributed to a well-organized and efficient kitchen by maintaining clean workstations and following sanitation guidelines
- 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
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes
Commis Chef
Rockpool Bar & Grill
08.2021 - 10.2022
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment
Kitchen Hand
Tapas Tapas Bodega
01.2018 - 08.2020
- Inspected equipment, refrigerators, and warming lamps to check compliance with safe operating levels
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety
- Sanitized dining ware and kitchen equipment according to health code standards
- Used manual or electric appliances to clean, peel, slice, and trim foods
- Lifted and carried heavy materials
- Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Compiled recipe ingredients and prepared for cooks by washing, cutting or measuring food items.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Kept supplies in sufficient stock by assessing inventory levels and reporting lower stock items.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods
Education
April 2022-Present - Certificate Iv in Cookery
William Angliss Institute
Sydney, NSWMaster of Science - Masters' of Public Health
Western Sydney University
Sydney, NSW12-2021
Skills
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- High hygienic standards
- Performance improvement
- Detail-oriented
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Food preparation and safety
- Time Management
- Self Motivation
Certification
- Master's degree in public health
- First Aid certificate and CPR
Timeline
Commis Chef
The Gidley
11.2022 - Current
Commis Chef
Rockpool Bar & Grill
08.2021 - 10.2022
Kitchen Hand
Tapas Tapas Bodega
01.2018 - 08.2020
April 2022-Present - Certificate Iv in Cookery
William Angliss Institute
Master of Science - Masters' of Public Health
Western Sydney University
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