Gurpreet Kaur Asthani
Melbourne,Australia
Summary
Enthusiastic, honest, and hardworking individual with a strong motivation to excel as part of a team. Striving to achieve personal goals and enhance skillset and experiences. Knowledgeable chef with a solid foundation in culinary techniques and kitchen operations. Proven ability to assist in meal preparation and contribute to the creation of high-quality dishes in fast-paced environments. Demonstrated proficiency in multitasking and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Commis Chef
The Olsen, Melbourne Art Series.
06.2023 - Current
- proven experience in managing a high volume kitchen and service.
- create, prepare, and give ideas for weekly specials under the guidance of head chef and sous chef at work.
- Ensure the kitchen is well maintained like regularly sanitized all times.
- responsible for deliveries receiving and checking for freshness and quality for dry goods, vegetables, meat, seafood and frozen items.
- Ensure food is handled, processed and stored in accordance with the HACCP protocols.
- Executed catered events showcasing culinary skills and creativity under guidance.
- support kitchen team by providing training and guidance to new team member.
Commis Chef
Marriott Melbourne
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Enhanced culinary skills by assisting in the preparation of various dishes under the guidance of experienced chefs.
- Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Contributed to a well-organized and efficient kitchen by maintaining clean workstations and following sanitation guidelines.
Commis Chef
Indioz Indian Restaurant
08.2021 - 01.2022
- Contributed to a well-organized and efficient kitchen by maintaining clean workstations and following sanitation guidelines.
- Increased speed of service by efficiently multitasking during peak dining hours while maintaining consistent dish quality.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication and teamwork among kitchen staff.
- Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on proper cooking techniques and kitchen best practices.
- Supported chef de partie in daily mise-en-place, assigned preparation projects and inventory activities.
Education
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
John Lawman College
Melbourne, Victoria12.2021
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
John Lawman College
Melbourne, Victoria02.2021
Masters in Business Management - Business Administration
Kaplan Business School
Melbourne, Victoria08.2021
Bachelor - Physiotherapy
Dr. NTR University
06.2017
Skills
- Food preparation
- Plating
- Presentation
- Hygiene practices
- Food safety
- Ability to work under pressure
- Quality control
- Attention to detail
- Team leadership
- Stock control
- Inventory management
- Kitchen management
- Team training
- Ordering supplies
- Receiving supplies
- Temperature checks
Key Qualifications
- Food preparation, plating, and presentation
- Hygiene practices and food safety
- Ability to work under pressure
- Quality control and attention to detail
- Team leadership qualities
- Stock control and inventory management
- Kitchen management and team training
- Ordering and receiving supplies
- Temperature Checks
Timeline
Commis Chef
The Olsen, Melbourne Art Series.
06.2023 - Current
Commis Chef
Marriott Melbourne
05.2022 - 02.2023
Commis Chef
Indioz Indian Restaurant
08.2021 - 01.2022
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
John Lawman College
Masters in Business Management - Business Administration
Kaplan Business School
Bachelor - Physiotherapy
Dr. NTR University
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
John Lawman College
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