HASNI ANTHONY
Balga
Summary
Creative and passionate chef with experience in leading kitchen operations, menu development, and team management. Skilled in crafting innovative dishes that cater to diverse palates while ensuring high standards of food safety and quality. Demonstrated ability to improve kitchen efficiency and enhance dining experiences through effective leadership and culinary skills. Successfully elevated guest satisfaction by consistently delivering exceptional meals and fostering a positive working environment for the culinary team.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Pastry Chef
Tea Avenue
Colombo
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Supervised a team of junior chefs during busy shifts, delegating tasks accordingly.
- Prepared ingredients for use in cooking, such as washing, peeling, cutting and shredding vegetables.
- Adhered to safety regulations when handling sharp knives and other kitchen utensils.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service promptly and professionally.
- Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance.
- Maintained cleanliness standards in kitchen and dining areas, including sanitation of equipment and surfaces.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
- Tracked grocery expenditures to purchase goods within set budget.
- Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.
- Assisted head pastry chef in creating attractive displays for pastry items at special events.
- Developed and executed original dessert menus for high-end restaurant, ensuring variety and seasonal relevance.
- Assisted in training new staff members on proper baking techniques and recipe execution processes.
Junior Assistant Chef
Baked Colombo
Colombo
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Stocked shelves with food supplies, such as canned goods and dry ingredients.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
- Cleaned and sterilized dishes, countertops, and utensils to prevent bacteria growth.
- Stocked cupboards and refrigerators and tended salad bars and buffet meals.
- Maintained a neat work station throughout shift hours.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Organized storage areas for efficient access to items when needed.
- Sanitized surfaces with approved cleaning solutions after each task was completed.
- Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on kitchen equipment to prevent malfunctions.
- Monitored inventory to keep adequate stock of food items and supplies.
- Maintained an organized workstation, ensuring tools and ingredients are readily available.
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
- Trained new kitchen hands in basic tasks, safety protocols, and kitchen standards.
Kitchen Hand
Sweet Brew Cafe
Colombo
07.2018 - 12.2019
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Operated industrial mixers and other food processing machinery to support kitchen operations.
- Ensured proper storage of food supplies to minimize waste and maintain freshness.
- Prepared simple salads, sandwiches, appetizers, as directed by supervisor or chef.
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Holy Family Convent
Colombo09-2017
Skills
- Food preparation
- Food safety
- Customer service
- Team supervision
- Quality control
- Equipment maintenance
- Recipe execution
- Cleanliness standards
- Effective communication
- Time management
Reference
- Reference will be provided upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Pastry Chef
Tea Avenue
01.2023 - 01.2025
Junior Assistant Chef
Baked Colombo
01.2020 - 12.2022
Kitchen Hand
Sweet Brew Cafe
07.2018 - 12.2019
High School Diploma -
Holy Family Convent