Hafsa Sultana Meem
Marangaroo,Australia
Summary
Experienced culinary expert with a solid background at Griled and Co, proficient in food preparation and quality assurance. Ability to excel in high-pressure settings while adhering to food safety regulations. Effective leader and team player, skilled in training junior staff and improving kitchen efficiency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Commis chef
Griled and Co
08.2025 - Current
- Prepared, cooked, and plated the complete menu to consistently high standards.
- Operated across all kitchen areas, managing preparation, cooking, and presentation.
- Ensured strict compliance with food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness requirements.
- Supported team development by assisting and mentoring junior kitchen staff.
Cook
Old Lira
06.2025 - Current
- Specialized in preparing fresh pasta and traditional Italian dishes, maintaining authentic taste and presentation.
- Executed all aspects of kitchen operations including mise en place, cooking, plating, and cleaning.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and compliant kitchen according to food safety and hygiene standards.
- Worked closely with the head chef to ensure consistency and quality control in every dish served.
- Adapted quickly during high-volume service, preparing multiple orders under pressure without compromising quality.
- Assisted in daily kitchen prep: chopping vegetables, marinating meats, preparing sauces, and setting up cooking stations.
- Monitored inventory levels and communicated with the kitchen manager to ensure proper stock of ingredients.
- Supported a team-oriented environment, stepping into different roles as needed, including dishwashing and expediting.
Cook
Aegis Woodlake
01.2025 - Current
- Prepared and served meals, ensuring dietary requirements were met.
- Assisted chefs with food preparation, including grilling, baking, frying, and plating.
- Maintained kitchen hygiene, including dishwashing, mopping, and waste disposal.
- Checked inventory levels and logged food temperatures for compliance.
Personal Shopper & Customer Service
Coles Supermarket
Clarkson, Australia
03.2023 - Current
- Assisted customers with product selection, ensuring a seamless shopping experience.
- Managed stock levels, removed expired/damaged items, and handled inventory discrepancies.
- Provided expert product recommendations to enhance customer satisfaction.
- POS System Experience: Processed transactions using EFTPOS and handled cash payments.
Aged Care Kitchen Hand
Aroha Services
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Company Overview: Agency Work
- Worked across various aged care facilities, preparing and serving nutritious meals.
- Ensured food safety by checking and recording food temperatures.
- Maintained a sanitary and organized kitchen environment.
- Agency Work
Kitchen Hand
Pinnacle Hospitality
10.2024 - 04.2025
- Assisted chefs with food preparation for high-pressure events and banquets.
- Operated commercial kitchen equipment, including ovens, deep fryers, and bain-marie.
- Maintained food quality and consistency in salads, vegetable preparation, and plating.
- Fast-paced work experience: Thrived in busy hospitality environments, ensuring efficient kitchen operations.
Kitchen Staff
Khushboo Restaurant
Sydney, Australia
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Company Overview: Sydney
- Cooked and prepared traditional and contemporary dishes, maintaining high hygiene standards.
- Assisted with food preparation, cleaning, dishwashing, and waste management.
- Provided excellent customer service, ensuring a pleasant dining experience.
- Sydney
Kitchen Staff
Dhaka Delight
Sydney, Australia
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Company Overview: Sydney
- Managed cash handling and POS transactions with accuracy.
- Assisted in food preparation, including cutting ingredients, salad preparation, and plating dishes.
- Served customers and handled cash transactions accurately.
- Maintained stock levels and assisted in restaurant closing procedures.
- Sydney
Education
Advanced Diploma - hospitality management
West Australian Institute of Further Studies
PerthDiploma - hospitality management
West Australian Institute of Further Studies
PerthCertificate IV - Kitchen Management
West Australian Institute of Further Studies
PerthCertificate III - Early Childhood Education and Care
West Australian Institute of Further Studies
PerthSkills
- Food Preparation
- Commercial Kitchen Equipment Handling
- Food Safety & Hygiene Compliance
- Inventory & Stock Control
- Personalized Customer Interaction
- Order Taking & Cash Handling
- Conflict Resolution
- Complaint Handling
- Upselling
- Product Recommendations
- Fast-Paced Hospitality Environments
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking
- Team Collaboration
- Leadership
- Event Catering
- Banquet Service
- Kitchen safety
- Equipment operation
- Team collaboration
- Customer service
- Quality control
- Time management
- Knife skills
- Meat cooking
- Cleanliness
Availability
Flexible – Available for discussion based on employer requirements.
References
Upon request
Key Skills
Food Preparation (Grilling, Frying, Baking, Plating), Commercial Kitchen Equipment Handling, Food Safety & Hygiene Compliance, Inventory & Stock Control, Personalized Customer Interaction, Order Taking & Cash Handling (EFTPOS & POS Systems), Conflict Resolution & Complaint Handling, Upselling & Product Recommendations, Fast-Paced Hospitality Environments, Attention to Detail & Multitasking, Team Collaboration & Leadership, Event Catering & Banquet Service
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Commis chef
Griled and Co
08.2025 - Current
Cook
Old Lira
06.2025 - Current
Cook
Aegis Woodlake
01.2025 - Current
Kitchen Hand
Pinnacle Hospitality
10.2024 - 04.2025
Aged Care Kitchen Hand
Aroha Services
09.2024 - 05.2025
Personal Shopper & Customer Service
Coles Supermarket
03.2023 - Current
Kitchen Staff
Khushboo Restaurant
01.2021 - 01.2022
Kitchen Staff
Dhaka Delight
01.2021 - 01.2022
Advanced Diploma - hospitality management
West Australian Institute of Further Studies
Diploma - hospitality management
West Australian Institute of Further Studies
Certificate IV - Kitchen Management
West Australian Institute of Further Studies
Certificate III - Early Childhood Education and Care
West Australian Institute of Further Studies