HARPINDER KAUR
CAIRNS
Summary
To join an industry which values Enthusiasm, Professionalism and commitment to performance and which offers significant responsibility, authority and opportunity for growth and learning. Forward-thinking professional offering more than 5 years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Excellent and proven skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
chef
spicy bite edge hill
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
D’café
07.2022
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
- Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
Planet café
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
Trainee chef
spicy bite edge hill
12.2020 - 07.2021
- Checked expiration dates, rotated food and removed any items that were no longer usable.
- Observed head chefs and how each prepared different specialties to gain knowledge in cooking techniques.
- Signed for deliveries, checked items into inventory and stocked goods into proper locations.
- Read through recipes and set up ingredients for [Type] chef.
kitchen hand
spicy bite edge hill
02.2020 - 12.2020
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
sale assistant
IGA
05.2020 - 11.2020
- Greeted guests in with friendliness and professionalism.
- Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
- Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
- Achieved high customer satisfaction ratings with thorough training and effective customer service policies.
Beauty Saloon assistant
Angel brows
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Maximized individual performance by accepting direction, coaching and feedback.
- Explained basic features of merchandise and products to customers.
- Organized and straightened merchandise areas on sales floor.
- Operated cash register to process customer transactions.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Managed cash register after end of shift to balance and record accurate transactions.
front staff assistant
Spicy bite restaurant
12.2018 - 05.2019
- Provided clerical support, addressing routine, and special requirements.
- Produced high-quality communications for internal and external use.
- Maintained professional front desk, handled incoming calls and delivered exceptional service to every guest.
- Boosted productivity by keeping office records current, well-organized and efficiently accessible for various needs.
Front staff assistant
7 spices restaurant
10.2018 - 12.2018
- Provided clerical support, addressing routine, and special requirements.
- Produced high-quality communications for internal and external use.
- Maintained professional front desk, handled incoming calls and delivered exceptional service to every guest.
- Boosted productivity by keeping office records current, well-organized and efficiently accessible for various needs.
restaurant manager
Tandoori oven
03.2018 - 07.2018
- Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
- Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
- Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations, and procedures.
housekeeping supervisor
Hotel Eqbal Inn
07.2011 - 05.2015
- Conducted regular room inspections to verify compliance with housekeeping standards.
- Communicated repair needs to maintenance staff.
- Managed laundry sorting, washing, drying, and ironing.
- Developed and implemented detailed housekeeping standards to promote cleanliness standards for guest rooms and common areas.
Education
TRA Job Ready Chef- 35311 and Cook- 351411 - Chef- 35311 And Cook- 351411
TRA
01.2022
No Degree - DIPLOMA OF HOSPITALITY
CCEB
01.2021
MBA - Accounting And Business Management
Holmes Brisbane
01.2021
Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery -
CCEB
QLD12.2020
MBA - Business Administration
Holmes Brisbane
07.2020
Certificate III - COMMERCIAL COOKERY
CCEB
01.2020
High School Diploma -
CCEB
01.2019
Diploma of Leadership and Management -
FRONTIER EDUCATION Cairns
01.2018
Responsible Service of Alcohol -
Tafe Queensland Cairns
01.2017
Bachelor of Arts -
Punjabi University Patiala
01.2011
Diploma - aviation, hospitality and travel management
Frankfinn
01.2009
12th -
05.2008
10th -
05.2006
Skills
- Hard Working
- Punctual
- Friendly
- Confident
- Patience
- Responsible
- Trustworthy
- Waste Control
- Food Inventories
- Verbal and Written Communication
Accomplishments
Won Prizes at Regional and National Level
Co Curricular Activities
- Participated in Athletics at National Level
- Participated in Kho-Kho at regional level
- Participated in Adventure course and tracking
Declaration
I, here by declare that all the information given above is best to my knowledge
Personal Information
- Gender: Female
- Marital Status: married
- Nationality: Indian
Name Signature
HARPINDER KAUR
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Full Professional
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
D’café
07.2022
Planet café
01.2021 - 05.2022
Trainee chef
spicy bite edge hill
12.2020 - 07.2021
sale assistant
IGA
05.2020 - 11.2020
kitchen hand
spicy bite edge hill
02.2020 - 12.2020
front staff assistant
Spicy bite restaurant
12.2018 - 05.2019
Front staff assistant
7 spices restaurant
10.2018 - 12.2018
restaurant manager
Tandoori oven
03.2018 - 07.2018
Beauty Saloon assistant
Angel brows
01.2018 - 03.2020
housekeeping supervisor
Hotel Eqbal Inn
07.2011 - 05.2015
chef
spicy bite edge hill
TRA Job Ready Chef- 35311 and Cook- 351411 - Chef- 35311 And Cook- 351411
TRA
No Degree - DIPLOMA OF HOSPITALITY
CCEB
MBA - Accounting And Business Management
Holmes Brisbane
Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery -
CCEB
MBA - Business Administration
Holmes Brisbane
Certificate III - COMMERCIAL COOKERY
CCEB
High School Diploma -
CCEB
Diploma of Leadership and Management -
FRONTIER EDUCATION Cairns
Responsible Service of Alcohol -
Tafe Queensland Cairns
Bachelor of Arts -
Punjabi University Patiala
Diploma - aviation, hospitality and travel management
Frankfinn
12th -
10th -
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