Dylan Argent
Reservoir,VIC
Summary
Dynamic Chef with extensive experience at Lucas Group, excelling in food safety and kitchen management. Proven ability to optimize meal preparation processes while fostering a collaborative team environment. Skilled in allergen awareness and effective communication, ensuring high-quality dishes that meet diverse customer needs. Committed to maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Lucas Group
09.2024 - Current
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
- Upheld stringent food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant health department guidelines.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
Kitchen Hand
Lucas Group
11.2022 - 09.2024
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Supported chefs in food preparation tasks such as chopping ingredients, peeling vegetables, and marinating meats.
- Collaborated with other kitchen staff members to ensure smooth workflow during peak dining hours.
- Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Contributed to a positive team atmosphere through effective communication with colleagues and supervisors.
- Followed recipes and chef instructions to prepare food correctly.
- Transported food items from storage areas to kitchen for prepping.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Developed strong time management skills, effectively prioritizing tasks to ensure completion within allocated timeframes.
- Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to strict health and safety guidelines during all tasks performed in the kitchen.
Labourer
Victoria Cold Storage
10.2021 - 10.2023
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Contributed to successful completion of projects by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hazel Glen College
Doreen, VICSkills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Customer service
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Food quality
- Kitchen management
- Food presentation
- Meal preparation
- Effective communications
- Kitchen operations
- Team collaboration
- Ingredient knowledge
- Verbal and written communication
- Hospitality service expertise
- Allergen awareness
- Willingness to learn
- Safety awareness
- Heavy lifting
- Time management
- Job site cleanup
- Punctual and reliable
- Physical strength
- Hand-eye coordination
- State Driver's license
Additional Information
I did study certificate 3 in hospitality but had to drop out at the very end due to family commitments at the time but have been working in a commercial kitchen for nearly over 3 years now
References
Supervisor at Victoria Cold Storage
Liam Ross
- Number: +61 0416 816 054
- Email: liam_bryan_ross95@outlook.com
Sous-chef at Baby Pizza
Roshan Gurau
- Number: +61 452 237 084
Head chef at Baby Pizza (Lucas group)
Eli every:
- Number: +61 484 338 508
- Email: eli.every@lucas.online
Timeline
Chef
Lucas Group
09.2024 - Current
Kitchen Hand
Lucas Group
11.2022 - 09.2024
Labourer
Victoria Cold Storage
10.2021 - 10.2023
High School Diploma -
Hazel Glen College