AASHISH THAPA
Granville
Summary
Highly motivated candidate with experience in food service. Adept at using excellent knife skills and knowledge of food safety regulations. Skilled at quickly preparing high-quality meals. Motivated and friendly Cook with experience in preparing various food items and operating cooking equipment. Adept in maintaining kitchen cleanliness, ordering supplies and complying with health department regulations for food preparation, storage and sanitization.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef, Restaurant 317
10.2024 - Current
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
BAR BACKS TEAM LEADER MEMBER
The Beresford
02.2022 - Current
- Took beverages orders from guests and delivered drinks within reasonable time frames
- Coached team members to maintain positive, friendly attitude and behaviors
- Assessed bar inventory and completed requisition sheets to restock supplies
- Maintained understanding of menu items to answer patron questions regarding food, drinks and preparation
- Served snacks or food items to customers seated at bar
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment
- Communicated with team members on job functions, responsibilities, and financial goals
COOK
AG Cafe
04.2023 - 10.2023
- Complied with portioning requirements to adhere to budget and minimize waste
- Followed established recipes to prepare and cook menu items
- Readied ingredients in advance to reduce loads during rush periods
- Kept kitchen operations running smoothly with expert grill maintenance and operation
- Cleaned surfaces regularly to prevent spread of illness or cross-contamination between raw and cooked products
- Measured portions and ingredients to minimize waste and control costs
- Cooked items to correct temperatures to minimize risk of food-borne illness
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service and customer satisfaction
BACK OF HOUSE TEAM MEMBER
OPORTO
03.2022 - 07.2023
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes
- Carried food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas
- Took and recorded temperature of food and food storage areas, such as refrigerators and freezers
- Distributed food to waiters and waitresses to serve to customers
- Unloaded and stocked kitchen supplies
- Prepared food and drinks while following safe food handling procedures
- Checked food preparation and presentation to verify quality and consistency
- Checked use by dates on food and beverage stock and maintained record of wasted items
KITCHEN HAND
THE BERESFORD
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Washed dishes, glassware, and flatware by hand or with industrial dishwasher
- Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage or cross-contamination
- Distributed food to waiters and waitresses to serve to customers
- Carried food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup
- Followed recipes and chef instructions to prepare food correctly
CHEF HELPER
Sekuwa Hub
02.2020 - 09.2020
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workstations
- Supported chefs in preparing high-quality dishes for guest satisfaction
- Assisted with inventory management to minimize food waste and reduce costs
- Collaborated with cooking team to ensure timely preparation of menu items
- Mastered various cooking techniques, expanding versatility in the kitchen environment
Education
DIPLOMA - COOKERY
Macallan College
Harrispark, NSW09.2024
CERTIFICATE IV IN COMMERCIAL COOKERY - COOKERY
Macallan College
02.2024
Skills
- Product Rotations
- Food presentation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time management abilities
- Food Allergies Awareness
- Kitchen equipment safety
- Problem-Solving
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Excellent Communication
- Garnishing and Plating
- Kitchen inventory management
Languages
English
Nepali
Hindi
Timeline
Chef, Restaurant 317
10.2024 - Current
COOK
AG Cafe
04.2023 - 10.2023
KITCHEN HAND
THE BERESFORD
06.2022 - 01.2023
BACK OF HOUSE TEAM MEMBER
OPORTO
03.2022 - 07.2023
BAR BACKS TEAM LEADER MEMBER
The Beresford
02.2022 - Current
CHEF HELPER
Sekuwa Hub
02.2020 - 09.2020
CERTIFICATE IV IN COMMERCIAL COOKERY - COOKERY
Macallan College
DIPLOMA - COOKERY
Macallan College
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