Hamza Ishtiaq
Ferryden Park,SA
Summary
Versatile Chef with vast experience preparing dishes to impress diners. Trains and develops chefs to company standards. Anticipates ingredient needs and arranges re-stock to facilitate productive kitchen flow and uphold business standards.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Omni Function Centre
2023.10 - Current
- Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Inspected freezers and refrigerators prior to each shift to check temperature levels and verify proper functionality.
- Supervised specialty dish preparation to satisfy customer requests and cater to various dietary needs.
- Tracked ingredient inventories to estimate purchasing needs and prevent unnecessary expenditures.
- Developed long-term business relationships with food vendors to find and purchase ingredients at cost-effective rates.
- Cleaned, sanitized and maintained food storage, preparation and serving areas.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Chef
Khayyam Restaurant
2023.02 - 2023.10
- Kept kitchen properly cleaned and maintained and all items put away after use.
- Checked dates on food to maintain proper rotation, discarding expired items.
- Worked with head chef to master cutting and preparation techniques.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Plated dishes using tasty garnishes and sauces to appeal to and delight patrons.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Chef
Talentko
2022.07 - 2023.02
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
Chef Trainee
Taste of Bollywood
2020.12 - 2021.03
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Inspected freezers and refrigerators prior to each shift to check temperature levels and verify proper functionality.
- Managed kitchen staff team and assigned various stages of food production.
- Cleaned, sanitized and maintained food storage, preparation and serving areas.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Diploma of Hospitality Management
Macallan College
Adelaide, SA01.2022
Some College (No Degree) - Certificate (iv)
Macallan College
Adelaide, SA07.2021
Skills
- Food Preparation Techniques
- Portion and Cost Control
- Banquets and Catering
- Waste Control
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Quality Assurance
- Coordinating Kitchen Staff
- Special Events and Catering
- Recipe Development
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Safe Food Handling
- Standards Compliance
Languages
English
Professional Working
Urdu
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Chef
Omni Function Centre
2023.10 - Current
Chef
Khayyam Restaurant
2023.02 - 2023.10
Chef
Talentko
2022.07 - 2023.02
Chef Trainee
Taste of Bollywood
2020.12 - 2021.03
Some College (No Degree) - Diploma of Hospitality Management
Macallan College
Some College (No Degree) - Certificate (iv)
Macallan College
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