Kounta POS
Hammad Ahmed
Cook
Regents Park,NSW
Summary
Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Cook
Beach Burrito Company
11.2019 - 05.2023
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail while counting items, ensuring minimal errors during the stock-taking process.
Assistant Chef
The HIGHLINE Venue
05.2019 - 02.2020
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, contributing to an efficient and productive kitchen environment.
- Assisted head chef in cooking dishes according to ingredients.
- Played a key role in catering special events such as weddings and corporate functions, delivering exceptional dining experiences for clients.
- Stored food safely and orderly in freezer and refrigerator.
- Contributed to positive team dynamics by providing support and guidance to junior kitchen staff members.
- Received and inspected food deliveries, guaranteeing the use of fresh and high-quality ingredients.
Assistant Chef
Navarra Venues
10.2016 - 04.2019
- Contributed to positive team dynamics by providing support and guidance to junior kitchen staff members.
- Streamlined kitchen operations by effectively delegating tasks to appropriate team members.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring ingredient usage and implementing effective portion control measures.
- Ensured compliance with all health and safety regulations, maintaining a safe work environment for all employees.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring proper stock levels for optimal kitchen performance.
- Verified food temperatures and quality ahead of service to maintain standards.
- Prepared and cooked quality meals in high-volume, fast-paced service environments.
Education
Professional Year - Information Technology
Education Centre Australia
Sydney, NSW 06.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Information Technology and Systems - Information Technology
Victorian Institute of Technology
Sydney, NSW 10.2016 - 12.2020
Skills
Cooking
Event Catering
Food Waste Reduction
Knife Skills
Contamination prevention
Fine Dining
Supply Restocking
Customer Service
Frying
Grilling
Cooking
Software
Timeline
Professional Year - Information Technology
Education Centre Australia
06.2021 - 05.2022
Cook
Beach Burrito Company
11.2019 - 05.2023
Assistant Chef
The HIGHLINE Venue
05.2019 - 02.2020
Assistant Chef
Navarra Venues
10.2016 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Information Technology and Systems - Information Technology
Victorian Institute of Technology
10.2016 - 12.2020
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