Gustavo Soares Baptista
Sydney
Summary
Detail-oriented culinary professional with experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Skilled in inventory management, menu creation and food preparation. Highly organized and detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef Assistant
The Palms
2023.12 - Current
- Assisted head chef in menu planning for optimal ingredient utilization and minimized food waste.
- Streamlined kitchen operations by implementing efficient food preparation techniques and proper equipment usage.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict sanitation guidelines for a safe kitchen environment.
- Demonstrated adaptability by stepping into various roles within the kitchen when needed, maintaining smooth operations during staff absences or high-volume periods.
- Managed food preparation activities, such as cutting ingredients to size and preparing sauces and garnishes.
- Wrapped, dated, and stored food in refrigerators under standardized temperature for future uses.
Chef Assistant
De'Assis Cafe
2022.12 - 2024.01
- Managed food preparation activities, such as cutting ingredients to size and preparing sauces and garnishes.
- Prepared and cooked quality meals in high-volume, fast-paced service environments.
- Wrapped, dated, and stored food in refrigerators under standardized temperature for future uses.
- Maintained cleanliness and order of kitchen prep areas and appliances as well as convenient organization of ingredients.
- Received delivered, sorted produce and stored supplies quickly to maintain quality and condition.
- Prepped ingredients ahead of time to increase cooking and service speed.
- Assisted in menu preparation, making suggestions, and researching recipes compatible with existing menu items.
- Supported senior chefs with creative meal planning and recipe development.
Kitchen Hand
The BoatHouse Group
2022.12 - 2023.01
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
- Supported chefs in food preparation tasks such as chopping ingredients, peeling vegetables, and marinating meats.
- Assisted with meal presentation, garnishing dishes, and arranging serving platters to create an appealing visual display.
- Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies.
- Streamlined kitchen operations by efficiently handling multiple responsibilities simultaneously under pressure.
Education
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Australian Internacional College
Sydney, NSW03.2026
Bachelor of Civil Engineering -
Universidade Multivix
Espirito Santo, Brazil12.2016
Skills
- Recipe Development
- Menu Supervision
- Chef Support
- Food Spoilage Prevention
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Food Production
- Ingredient Preparation
- Team Contribution
Certification
- Certificate in Responsible Service of Alcohol
Timeline
Chef Assistant
The Palms
2023.12 - Current
Chef Assistant
De'Assis Cafe
2022.12 - 2024.01
Kitchen Hand
The BoatHouse Group
2022.12 - 2023.01
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Australian Internacional College
Bachelor of Civil Engineering -
Universidade Multivix
- Certificate in Responsible Service of Alcohol
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