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Gina Rubiano

Essendon

Summary

Talented Cook with excellent experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Clear communicator with team-oriented focus and advanced skills to effectively work with cashiers and kitchen staff to review and prepare orders. Qualified and hardworking with up-to-date food handling permit.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef de Partie

Ludlow Restaurant Redrock Venues
6 Riverside Qy Southbank Vic 3006
11.2023 - Current

Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.

  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Operated all kitchen equipment safely to prevent injuries.
  • Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
  • Ensured consistent dish quality by closely adhering to recipe guidelines and presentation standards.
  • Reduced food waste by carefully monitoring inventory levels and adjusting orders accordingly.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep work and implementing time-saving techniques.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization, ensuring a safe and efficient workspace.
  • Contributed to a positive kitchen atmosphere through effective communication and collaboration with team members.
  • Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.

Cook

The Loft Cafe
311 Grattan Street Melbourne VIC
02.2023 - 11.2023
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.

Head Chef

Saporito Taquito
16 Kavanagh St, Southbank VIC 3006
10.2022 - 03.2023
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Hired, managed and trained kitchen staff.
  • Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
  • Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
  • Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • 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.

Pastry

Independent Business Sweet Home
Melbourne, VIC
01.2022 - 02.2023
  • Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste and presentation.
  • Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Managed in-store, pick-up orders and catering needs.
  • Personalized creations for holidays, weddings, graduations and personal events.
  • Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping and proofing.

Head Chef

Mr Gonzo Restaurant
Melbourne , VIC
11.2021 - 10.2022
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Hired, managed and trained kitchen staff.
  • Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
  • Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Arranged for kitchen equipment maintenance and repair when needed.

Kitchen Hand and Cook

The Mill Restaurant & Bar
Melbourne , VIC
09.2018 - 08.2019
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
  • Maintained central standardized recipe and ingredient repository, including nutritional and cost information.
  • Transitioned between breakfast and lunch service.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.

Cook

Castanyoles Restaurant
Bogotá , Colombia
08.2017 - 06.2018
  • Assisted chef with planning easy but elegant appetizers to spark customer interest.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Ordered and received products and supplies to stock kitchen areas.
  • Met production requirements for banquet and outlet desserts and breakfast pastries.
  • Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Sanitized kitchen surfaces and equipment by cleaning grills, griddles, ovens and fryers
  • Safely used kitchen equipment and reduced risk of injuries and burns.

Education

Diploma Advance in Commercial Cookery -

ALTEC College
Melbourne City
05.2023

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery -

ALTEC College
Melbourne, VIC
10.2022

Kitchen And Pastry -

Escuela Superior Mariano Moreno
Bogotá Colombia
07.2017

Nursing Assistant -

Servicio Nacional De Aprendizaje SENA
Chia Colombia
12.2012

Skills

  • Food Spoilage Prevention
  • Cleaning and Organization
  • Food Preparation and Safety
  • Food Plating and Presentation
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Recipe Adaptation
  • Dough Preparation and Baking
  • Cake and Pastry Decoration
  • Dessert Preparation
  • Critical Thinking
  • Proper Food Handling
  • Proper Storage Procedures
  • Standardized Recipes
  • Kitchen Operations
  • Kitchen Equipment Maintenance

Timeline

Chef de Partie

Ludlow Restaurant Redrock Venues
11.2023 - Current

Cook

The Loft Cafe
02.2023 - 11.2023

Head Chef

Saporito Taquito
10.2022 - 03.2023

Pastry

Independent Business Sweet Home
01.2022 - 02.2023

Head Chef

Mr Gonzo Restaurant
11.2021 - 10.2022

Kitchen Hand and Cook

The Mill Restaurant & Bar
09.2018 - 08.2019

Cook

Castanyoles Restaurant
08.2017 - 06.2018

Diploma Advance in Commercial Cookery -

ALTEC College

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery -

ALTEC College

Kitchen And Pastry -

Escuela Superior Mariano Moreno

Nursing Assistant -

Servicio Nacional De Aprendizaje SENA
Gina Rubiano