Passionate and dedicated Kitchen hand with hands on experience in food preparation , cooking and kitchen operations across aged care and cafe environments. Skilled in meal preparation , plating , and maintaining high food safety and hygiene standards. Proven ability to work collaboratively with chefs and kitchen terms, managing food inventory, adhering to dietary needs, and ensuring efficient service. Looking to transition into a Commis Chef role to expand culinary skills and contribute to high quality kitchen operations.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Service Assistant
RAAFA WA
03.2025 - Current
assist chefs with meal preparation , including chopping , marinating , and portioning ingredients for daily service.
Maintain kitchen hygiene by adhering to food safety and cleanliness protocols, ensuring a safe work environment.
help with meal plating and food presentation during service, ensuring quality standards are met.
Kitchen Hand
Aroha & Atlas Aged Care Agency
02.2023 - Current
prepare and serve meals for aged care residents, ensuring dietary needs and preferences are met with attention .
assist in food preparation for both daily meals and future meal planning , ensuring ll items are prepped in advance.
ensure kitchen cleanliness and adhere to food safety standards during service and storage food.
Morning Cook
Aegis Aged Care Group
11.2023 - 11.2024
prepared and served breakfast meals independently for aged care residents.
assisted with food preparation for lunch and the following day's service.
supported the chef with basic cooking tasks and plating during busy periods.
maintained kitchen hygiene and followed food safety standards.
managed food storage , stock rotation and basic inventory checks.
Cafe Assistant /Buffet Cook
Allure Cafe
04.2023 - 11.2023
workeed in a fast paced cafe environment , assisting in the preparation of meals for a high volume of customers.
prepared buffet style meals , ensuring efficient handling and timely service, while maintaining food quality and presentation.
assisted with maintaining kitchen organization,
keeping stations clean , and supporting chefs during peak hours.
managed inventory and ensured all ingredients were stocked and stored properly to maintain kitchen flow.
Education
Certificates III & Certificate IV And Diploma - Hospitality
Global College Australia
21 Moore Street Perth WA
04-2025
Skills
food preparation and cooking techniques
meal plating and presentation
food safety and hygiene compliance
experience with dietary requirements and menu considerations
kitchen operations and teamwork support
inventory management and stock rotation
time management and multitasking under pressure
customer service in food preparation ( aged care and cafe settings)
adaptability to various kitchen environments
REferences
REFERENCES Available on Request.
Timeline
Food Service Assistant
RAAFA WA
03.2025 - Current
Morning Cook
Aegis Aged Care Group
11.2023 - 11.2024
Cafe Assistant /Buffet Cook
Allure Cafe
04.2023 - 11.2023
Kitchen Hand
Aroha & Atlas Aged Care Agency
02.2023 - Current
Certificates III & Certificate IV And Diploma - Hospitality