Gursharanpreet Sandhu
Summary
Experienced and passionate chef with experience in various restaurant and company settings, striving to serve the best food possible. Recognized as a visionary chef with knowledge of food trends and the ability to think outside the box when it comes to the creation of a menu. Bringing forth an in depth knowledge of flavors and food relationships, resulting in mouth watering dishes and attractive menus.
Innovative Chef known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in menu development, inventory management, and culinary arts. Excel in time management, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring smooth kitchen operations and exceptional dining experiences.
Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Bendigo district RSL
Bendigo
05.2016 - Current
Chef
Mad Mexicana
Bendigo , Vic
01.2025 - 10.2025
- Prepared diverse dishes using fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and food safety.
- Developed seasonal menus reflecting community preferences and trends.
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to maintain kitchen operations.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.
- Checked quality of raw materials before use.
- Stored foods correctly using correct storage containers and labelling systems.
- 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.
- Inspected kitchen equipment for cleanliness and functionality prior to use.
- Exercised portion control for items served, eliminating waste.
- Planned menus, ordered supplies and managed kitchen staff.
- Trained new chefs on proper cooking techniques and menu items.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
Chef
Casa diverso Pty Ltd
Bendigo
07.2020 - 10.2020
Kitchen hand
The Stamford
Melbourne
07.2015 - 04.2016
Education
Certificate IV - business
Universal institute of technology
MelbourneCertificate 3 - commercial cookery
Sunshine college of management Pty Ltd
MelbourneCertificate 4 - commercial cookery
Sunshine college of management Pty Ltd
MelbourneDiploma - hospitality management
Sunshine college of management Pty Ltd
MelbourneSkills
- General Management
- Friendly and Outgoing
- Attitude
- Customer Service Skills
- Time Management Skills
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Multitasking Skills
- Problem Solving Skills
- Strong Communication Skills
- Culinary Techniques
- Excellent Customer Service Skills
- Food Safety and Sanitation Practices
- Quality Assurance
- Can do attitude
- kitchen staff supervision
- problem solving
- time management
- Meal preparation
- Kitchen crew training
- Nutrition
- Cooking techniques
Hobbies and Interests
- Studying books
- Gym
- Cooking
- Play sports
References
Travis, Head Chef, travis@rslclub.com.au, 0499998611
Languages
- Hindi
- Punjabi
- English
- Hindi
- Punjabi
Timeline
Chef
Mad Mexicana
01.2025 - 10.2025
Chef
Casa diverso Pty Ltd
07.2020 - 10.2020
Chef
Bendigo district RSL
05.2016 - Current
Kitchen hand
The Stamford
07.2015 - 04.2016
Certificate IV - business
Universal institute of technology
Certificate 3 - commercial cookery
Sunshine college of management Pty Ltd
Certificate 4 - commercial cookery
Sunshine college of management Pty Ltd
Diploma - hospitality management
Sunshine college of management Pty Ltd