Ekaraj Banjara

Chef de partie, Breakfastchef, pizzachef

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Highly experience in preparing food for customers at fast-paced eating establishments. Versed in preparing and seasoning dough and measuring and mixing ingredients according to recipes.

Sharp and fast-working professional with a strong comprehension of cooking and preparing food for pizza restaurants. A dedicated leader with the skills to collaborate effectively with all staff including commis chef. Seeking the chance to be the next Pizza Chef at a great establishment.

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.

Well-known Chef committed to driving and maintaining substantial restaurant growth with top-notch, unique menu offerings. Keen developer of new food concepts. Familiar with kitchen equipment, processes and health and safety guidelines. Detail-oriented Chef de Partie with experience working in several [Type] restaurants. Known for attention to detail, love of food and extensive knowledge of culinary arts. Trained in [Type] equipment and [Type] cuisine. Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Experienced with [Type] cuisine, sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles. Conversational [Language] skills. Creative Chef driving and sustaining remarkable restaurant growth by offering unparalleled customer experiences. Specializing in [Area of expertise] with skills in concept development and high-quality restaurant operation. Quality-focused Pizza Maker with good work ethic accustomed to busy foodservice settings. Significantly increased pizza output during past year while maintaining product quality and taste. Offers great time management and inventory oversight skills leading to impressive results.

Overview

Years of professional work experience in kitchen

Work History

Pizza Chef

9 district y bundorra

Bundorra , Vic

06.2022 - 02.2023

Prepared dough for pizzas, including kneading and rolling out the dough.
Checked ingredients for freshness before using them to make pizza toppings.
Decorated pizzas with various toppings as directed by customers' orders.
Performed daily food prep tasks such as chopping vegetables, grinding meats or making sauces.
Inspected finished pizzas for quality assurance prior to serving them.

Chef De Partie, Breakfast chef, pizzachef

Gilson

Southyarra, VIC

06.2020 - Current

Worked closely with other chefs to coordinate meal preparation activities during busy shifts.
Managed food usage with proper stock rotation to prevent spoilage.
Performed basic cooking tasks such as frying meats or vegetables using various tools including deep fryers or grills.
Prepared a variety of sauces from scratch according to recipes or customer requests.
Prepped foods for dishes, including roasted, sautéed, fried and baked items.
Checked finished plates before they were served to guests, making sure all components met quality standards.
Monitored food preparation techniques to ensure that high-quality products were served consistently.
Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
Assisted with the training of new employees in proper techniques for food preparation, presentation, sanitation, safety procedures.
Supervised and trained kitchen staff to ensure quality standards of food production.
Developed menus for special occasions, ensuring all dishes were prepared according to recipes and standards.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
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.
Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.

Education

Certificate III , Certificate IV And Dipl - Commercial Cookery

Newton College, 10/190 Queen Street Melbourne, 3000

09-2023

Skills

Kitchen Equipment Usage
Kitchen Sanitation
Food Presentation
Pizza Preparation
Ingredient Selection

Portion Control
Sanitation Practices
Effective Communication
Food Safety
Oven Operation

Timeline

Pizza Chef - 9 district y bundorra

06.2022 - 02.2023

Chef De Partie, Breakfast chef, pizzachef - Gilson

06.2020 - Current

Newton College - Certificate III , Certificate IV And Dipl, Commercial Cookery