Harsimran Kaur
Brisbane
Summary
Motivated chef focused on sourcing high-quality ingredients from local sources to drive farm-to-table menus. Proactive and adaptable team leader passionate about sustainable cuisine. Talented at creating exciting and innovative menus based on in-season ingredients.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Harrigan's Calypso Bay
05.2022 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Assistant Chef
Milan Indian cuisine
11.2020 - 08.2021
- Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
- Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of busy periods, including dinner rush.
- Interacted with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers, including those with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
- Precooked garnishes for later use to top off fresh dishes.
- Developed new recipes based on knowledge of consumer tastes, ideal nutritional needs and budgetary considerations.
Indian Tandoori Cook
Randhawa Indian cuisine
06.2020 - 10.2020
- Plated entrees and observed portion control on all food items.
- Prepared and cooked dishes using authentic Indian recipes and incorporated various ingredients and spices.
- Utilized tandoor along with other kitchen equipment according to instructions supplied by manufacturer.
- Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
- Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
- Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients, following recipes to produce quality dishes.
- Sanitized kitchen counters and preparation areas to prevent foodborne illness and cross-contamination.
- Checked temperature of freezers and refrigerators to maintain proper storage of cold items.
- Garnished and arranged dishes into creative presentations.
- Chopped vegetables and seasoned meats and fish in preparation for grilling, sautéing and braising.
Cook
Coriander Thai
07.2019 - 05.2020
- Instructed cooks and other workers in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
- Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
- Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
- Inspected freezers and refrigerators prior to each shift to check temperature levels and verify proper functionality.
- Supervised preparation of specialty items and customer requests to verify accuracy in production.
- Talked to patrons about dietary issues and food allergies to prepare meals meeting individual needs.
- Cleaned, sanitized and maintained food storage, preparation and serving areas.
- Implemented surface and equipment schedules and standards to maintain clean, neat and sanitized kitchen.
- Checked stock deliveries for safety, quality and quantity.
- Collaborated with department staff to prepare food items in accordance with recipes and established standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
New York College
Moorooka, Qld05.2021
High School Diploma -
New York College
Moorooka, Qld08.2020
Skills
- Dish preparation
- Plating and presentation
- Safe food handling
- Food assembly
- Quality control
- Consistent presentations
- Food preparation technique
- Team contribution
- Team building
- Project planning
- Food Presentation Talent
Timeline
Cook
Harrigan's Calypso Bay
05.2022 - Current
Assistant Chef
Milan Indian cuisine
11.2020 - 08.2021
Indian Tandoori Cook
Randhawa Indian cuisine
06.2020 - 10.2020
Cook
Coriander Thai
07.2019 - 05.2020
High School Diploma -
New York College
High School Diploma -
New York College
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