Hammad Ahmed
Regents Park,NSW
Summary
Dynamic Chef with extensive experience at Lal Qila Darling Harbour, specializing in tandoori cooking and menu planning. Proven track record in enhancing customer satisfaction and reducing food waste through efficient inventory management. Strong knife skills and a commitment to fostering team growth contribute to a high-performing kitchen environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Lal Qila Darling Harbour
Sydney , NSW
12.2024 - Current
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by preparing authentic and flavorful curry dishes, adhering to traditional tandoori cooking techniques.
- Boosted kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized work area, ensuring all tools and ingredients were readily available.
- Mentored junior staff members on proper tandoori cooking techniques, fostering an environment of growth and professional development within the team.
- Assisted with inventory management tasks, effectively reducing food waste and cutting costs through accurate ordering of supplies.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
Chef
Hurricanes Corporate Services
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Prepared diverse culinary dishes to enhance restaurant's menu offerings.
- Enhanced customer dining experience by crafting unique, appealing meals.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment, adhering to food safety regulations and guidelines.
- Elevated guest experience with visually appealing plating techniques that showcased the skillful preparation of each grilled item served.
Chef
Hurricane Grill
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Maintain clean, organized workspace, boosting kitchen efficiency and productivity.
- Assist head chef with dish preparation, ensuring ingredient accuracy and quality.
- Grill steaks in high-volume environment, maintaining consistency and quality.
- Store food safely, ensuring freshness and order in freezer and refrigerator.
- Support junior staff, fostering positive team dynamics and providing guidance.
- Streamlined kitchen operations, enhancing efficiency and reducing food waste. Developed innovative menu items, boosting customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Cook
Beach Burrito Company
11.2019 - 05.2023
- Streamlined kitchen operations, enhancing efficiency and reducing food waste
- Organized kitchen duties to ensure timely food preparation and service, enhancing operational efficiency
- Prepared food items following recipes and portion guidelines, maintaining consistent quality
- Kept work areas clean and organized, ensuring safety and quality in food preparation
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers, ensuring proper food storage and cleanliness
- Verified food quality and temperature, ensuring compliance with health standards
- Supported junior kitchen staff, enhancing team dynamics and operational efficiency
Cook/Chef
Navarra Venues
10.2016 - 04.2019
- Maintain clean, organized workspace, boosting kitchen efficiency and productivity
- Assist head chef with dish preparation, ensuring ingredient accuracy and quality
- Grill steaks in high-volume environment, maintaining consistency and quality
- Store food safely, ensuring freshness and order in freezer and refrigerator
- Support junior staff, fostering positive team dynamics and providing guidance
Education
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Sydney Academy
Sydney, NSW10.2022
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
Sydney Academy
Sydney, NSW08.2022
Professional Year - Information Technology
Education Centre Australia
Sydney, NSW05.2022
Bachelor of Information Technology and Systems - Information Technology
Victorian Institute of Technology
Sydney, NSW12.2020
Skills
- Event Catering
- Food Waste Reduction
- Knife Skills
- Contamination Prevention
- Fine Dining
- Supply Restocking
- Customer Service
- Frying
- Grilling
- Food Handling
- Portion Control
- Inventory management
- Tandoori cooking
- Banquets and Catering
- Menu Planning
- Culinary Expertise
- Stocktaking
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Chef
Lal Qila Darling Harbour
12.2024 - Current
Chef
Hurricanes Corporate Services
09.2024 - 12.2024
Chef
Hurricane Grill
07.2024 - 09.2024
Cook
Beach Burrito Company
11.2019 - 05.2023
Cook/Chef
Navarra Venues
10.2016 - 04.2019
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Sydney Academy
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
Sydney Academy
Professional Year - Information Technology
Education Centre Australia
Bachelor of Information Technology and Systems - Information Technology
Victorian Institute of Technology
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