Farah Nabeel
Glenorchy,Tasmania
Summary
Highly productive and efficient Innovative Chef skilled in menu development, inventory management, and culinary arts. Excel in time management, teamwork, and adaptability for smooth kitchen operations and exceptional dining experiences.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Catering Supervisor
Department of Justice, Government of Tasmania
Hobart, Tasmania
03.2024 - Current
- Supervised and coordinated day-to-day activities of catering staff, including scheduling shifts and assigning tasks.
- Inspected kitchen equipment regularly to make sure it was clean and functioning properly.
- Ensure food quality and portion control.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, and food safety standards.
- Trained new employees in proper meal preparation techniques and safety protocols.
- Directed food delivery and presentation to maintain catering operations.
Chef
The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel
Hobart, Tasmania
12.2021 - 03.2024
- In charge of buffet production.
- Reviewed operational records to determine amount of food used in order to maintain appropriate inventory levels.
- Organized special events such as banquets or buffets requiring complex menus or decorations.
- Trained new chefs on proper cooking techniques and menu items.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
- Stored foods correctly using correct storage containers and labelling systems.
- Developed creative ideas for special events or promotions involving food preparation or presentation.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service issues.
Chef
Barrington Lodge
New Town, Tasmania
11.2020 - 10.2021
- Reviewed operational records to determine amount of food used in order to maintain appropriate inventory levels.
- Planned menus, ordered supplies and managed kitchen staff.
- Managed daily operations of the kitchen including scheduling shifts for staff.
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes, and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the organization's recipes and presentation standards.
- Stored foods correctly using correct storage containers and labelling systems.
- Checked quality of raw materials before use.
- Adjusted consistency of dishes according to client's dietary requirements.
- Assist cook with preparing all meals for the day and the following day.
- Resolved client's complaints regarding food quality or service issues.
- Delegated tasks and supervised kitchen staff to optimize food preparation, presentation and safety.
- Met with clients to discuss menus and meal options for birthdays and special events.
- Tracked ingredient inventories to estimate purchasing needs and prevent unnecessary expenditures.
- Inspected freezers and refrigerators prior to each shift to check temperature levels and verify proper functionality.
- Complete Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) logbooks.
Catering Assistant
Barrington Lodge
New Town, Tasmania
02.2017 - 11.2020
- Kept track of inventory levels for all necessary items such as chafing dishes, plates, utensils.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols at all times.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment and surfaces after each meal.
- Providing services that function within the care recipients' rights and responsibilities guidelines, assisting the catering team with food preparation and service that meets all care recipients' individual needs and preferences.
- Providing catering services according to the established schedules and duty statements.
- Reporting stock items required for ordering and contributing to the restocking of supplies.
- Ensuring the safe storage and use of cleaning agents.
- Supported chefs in managing food preparation to achieve precise plating and presentation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations and storage areas.
Customer Service Coordinator
Damas Jewelry
Lahore, Pakistan
08.2013 - 03.2015
- Communicated regularly with other teams across the organization regarding any changes or updates in regard to client accounts or services offered.
- Monitored customer service calls and provided feedback on performance.
- Training new employees on the organizational policies and procedures.
- Resolving customer service issues.
- Identified potential opportunities for improvement within the customer service department.
- Managed daily tasks such as scheduling appointments, handling paperwork, filing documents.
- Ensured that all customer inquiries were responded to in a timely manner.
- Tracked orders from placement through delivery and follow-up as needed.
Floor In-charge
New look Beauty Salon and Spa
Lahore, Pakistan
09.2010 - 10.2011
- Providing consultation services to customers in terms of the service they may need.
- Ensuring that the customers are handed over to the right salon staff member.
- Ensuring that staff members understand the procedure that needs to be carried out.
- Providing staff members with salon products and supplies on a daily basis.
- Ensuring that salon products and supplies are available, and ordering any that are running low.
- Ensuring appropriate upkeep and maintenance of the salon.
- Taking complaints and resolving customers' issues.
- Receiving payments from customers.
Chef
Pearl Continental Hotel
Lahore, Pakistan
01.2007 - 10.2009
- Reviewed operational records to determine amount of food used in order to maintain appropriate inventory levels.
- Managed kitchen staff team and assigned tasks for various stages of food production.
- Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Experimented with various ingredients and cooking techniques to develop new and flavorful dishes for customers.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
Education
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery -
JCE Positive Outcomes
Launceston, TAS11-2020
Certificate II in Hospitality -
Outside The Square Solutions
Burnie, TAS03-2018
Bachelor of Arts -
University of The Punjab
Lahore, Punjab01.2007
Skills
- Menu Planning
- Sanitation Standards
- Staff Management
- Written and verbal communication
- Basic accounting
- Waste Reduction
- Food presentation
- Table Setting
- Venue management
- Client Relationship Management
- Special Diet Menu
- Quality Assurance
- Event Planning
- Food safety knowledge
- Time Management
- Customer Service
- Personnel Supervision
- Dietary restriction compliance
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 02/02/85
- Nationality: Australian
- Languages: English, Urdu, Punjabi
References
Will be furnished on demand
Certification
- Provide responsible service of alcohol, 22/11/2021
Timeline
Catering Supervisor
Department of Justice, Government of Tasmania
03.2024 - Current
Chef
The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel
12.2021 - 03.2024
Chef
Barrington Lodge
11.2020 - 10.2021
Catering Assistant
Barrington Lodge
02.2017 - 11.2020
Customer Service Coordinator
Damas Jewelry
08.2013 - 03.2015
Floor In-charge
New look Beauty Salon and Spa
09.2010 - 10.2011
Chef
Pearl Continental Hotel
01.2007 - 10.2009
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery -
JCE Positive Outcomes
Certificate II in Hospitality -
Outside The Square Solutions
Bachelor of Arts -
University of The Punjab
- Provide responsible service of alcohol, 22/11/2021
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