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Heena Chaudhary

Clayton,Victoria

Summary

Dedicated and experienced chef with a strong background in Italian cuisine, café-style cooking, and fast-paced takeaway service. Known for efficiency, creativity, and maintaining high standards under pressure. Passionate about food preparation and committed to delivering excellent customer experiences. Seeking long-term employment in the culinary field with the goal of growing and contributing to a team for many years.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef

Breadcetera
Malvern East, VIC
05.2025 - Current
  • Prepare sandwiches, salads, and hot meals in a fast-paced setting
  • Handle high order volumes for dine-in and takeaway simultaneously
  • Ensure quick turnaround while maintaining quality and presentation
  • Engage with customers when needed and adapt orders for dietary needs
  • Monitor stock levels and support daily opening/closing tasks

Chef

Something Italian
Malvern, VIC
12.2024 - 04.2025
  • Prepared and plated authentic Italian dishes to fine-dining standards
  • Managed grill and pasta sections during peak hours
  • Ensured food safety compliance and kitchen hygiene (HACCP)
  • Assisted in creating seasonal specials and menu enhancements
  • Trained new staff in kitchen protocols and recipes

Chef

Cafe Coffee Club
Frankston, VIC
04.2023 - 12.2024
  • Cooked breakfast and brunch items with consistency and speed.
  • Prepped ingredients daily and maintained clean, organized stations
  • Supported the barista team during busy hours, with smooth kitchen coordination.
  • Helped reduce food waste through efficient inventory use

Education

Diploma of Hospitality Management

Australian Sovereign College
Melbourne, VIC
06-2025

Certificate IV in Kitchen Management

Australian Sovereign College
Melbourne, VIC
06-2024

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Australian Sovereign College
Melbourne, VIC
03-2024

Skills

  • Fast-paced kitchen efficiency
  • Food safety & hygiene (HACCP)
  • Plating & presentation skills
  • High-volume meal preparation
  • Menu development input
  • Café & deli food handling
  • Order multitasking
  • Stock rotation & inventory
  • Customer dietary knowledge
  • Team collaboration
  • Recipe improvisation
  • Italian cuisine expertise

Timeline

Chef

Breadcetera
05.2025 - Current

Chef

Something Italian
12.2024 - 04.2025

Chef

Cafe Coffee Club
04.2023 - 12.2024

Diploma of Hospitality Management

Australian Sovereign College

Certificate IV in Kitchen Management

Australian Sovereign College

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Australian Sovereign College
Heena Chaudhary