Harmandeep Singh
Balga,WA
Summary
Exceptionally talented professional in restaurant industry offering dynamic skills in meal preparation, portion sizing and plating. Experienced Chef de Partie with background working in high-end establishments that set culinary trends and cater to sophisticated clientele. Supports chef leadership with new recipe development and suggested pairings. High-performing individual with solid background in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef De Partie
Sauma
Northbridge, WA
03.2015 - Current
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep work and implementing time-saving techniques.
- Reduced food waste by carefully monitoring inventory levels and adjusting orders accordingly.
- Supported head chef in menu creation, incorporating seasonal ingredients for innovative dishes.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization, ensuring a safe and efficient workspace.
- Assisted in staff training, developing strong teamwork and consistency in dish preparation.
- Improved customer satisfaction by attentively addressing dietary restrictions and special requests.
- Contributed to a positive kitchen atmosphere through effective communication and collaboration with team members.
- Increased overall restaurant ratings with consistently well-executed dishes that exceeded guest expectations.
- Complied with portion and serving sizes as per restaurant standards.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
Chef De Partie
Mullaloo Beach Hotel
Mullaloo, WA
11.2016 - 07.2017
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Sliced fruit and vegetables for salads, entrees and desserts and stored in crisper.
Trainee Cook
Perth Convention And Exhibition Centre
Perth, WA
06.2016 - 09.2016
- Demonstrated commitment to professional development by seeking constructive feedback from supervisors regularly.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by prepping ingredients and keeping the workspace clean.
- Mastered knife skills for precision cuts, contributing to visually appealing dish presentations and reduced waste in ingredient usage.
- Helped maintain an organized station, ensuring efficient movement and minimized delays in food preparation.
- Supported head cook in creating delicious meals through precise execution of recipes.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
Education
Diploma - Hospitality
Cambridge International College
Perth, WA01.2018
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Cambridge International College
Perth, WA07.2017
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
Cambridge International College
Perth, WA01.2017
Diploma - Management
Kinggdom Institute of Management
Subiaco, WA01.2016
Skills
- Team Management
- Food allergy understanding
- Knife Skills
- Food presentation
- Proper food handling
- Sauce preparation
- Special Diets Knowledge
- Allergen awareness
- Special Events
- Food Safety
- Food Preparation
- Kitchen Organization
- Safe handling
- Kitchen leadership
- Cooking techniques
- Stock making
Certification
RSA and Approved Manager card
Timeline
Chef De Partie
Mullaloo Beach Hotel
11.2016 - 07.2017
Trainee Cook
Perth Convention And Exhibition Centre
06.2016 - 09.2016
Chef De Partie
Sauma
03.2015 - Current
Diploma - Hospitality
Cambridge International College
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Cambridge International College
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
Cambridge International College
Diploma - Management
Kinggdom Institute of Management