Himal Baruwal
Adelaide,SA
Summary
Passionate, spirited and classically trained culinary professional, skilled in building relationships and developing high-performing teams. Leader in delivery of excellent customer service. Equipped to apply restaurant operational experience to grow world-class organizations. Dedicated to food safety, customer service best practices and quality food service.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
Maylands hotel
Maylands , SA
11.2022 - 02.2024
- Developed menus and recipes for a variety of dishes, including appetizers, entrees, desserts, and specialty items.
- Trained new kitchen staff in food safety regulations and proper cooking techniques.
- Ordered food supplies from vendors to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Established portion control guidelines to reduce waste and maximize profits.
- Created weekly work schedules for kitchen personnel based on anticipated business volume.
- Analyzed financial data related to labor costs, inventory expenses, menu pricing changes., making recommendations as needed.
- Assisted in developing marketing strategies aimed at increasing restaurant revenue.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory, sales, labor costs, and other operational costs.
Sous Chef
Maylands hotel
Maylands , SA
07.2020 - 11.2022
- Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
- Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
- Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
- Developed daily specials utilizing seasonal ingredients.
- Supervised cooks and other kitchen personnel during meal services.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Ordered food supplies, maintained inventory, and managed budgeting of resources.
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.
Chef De Partie
maylands hotel
Maylands, SA
07.2019 - 07.2020
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
Head Chef
Tasca Viva restautant & tapas bar
Glelelg, SA
01.2018 - 08.2019
- Developed menus and recipes for a variety of dishes, including appetizers, entrees, desserts, and specialty items.
- Organized kitchen staff to ensure efficient operations during peak service hours.
- Trained new kitchen staff in food safety regulations and proper cooking techniques.
- Inspected ingredients and equipment to ensure they meet quality standards.
- Created weekly work schedules for kitchen personnel based on anticipated business volume.
Chef De Partie
Outback Jack's Bar and Grill
Glenelg, SA
04.2019 - 07.2019
Sous Chef
Tasca Viva restautant & tapas bar
Glelelg, SA
11.2015 - 01.2018
- Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
- Supervised cooks and other kitchen personnel
- Monitored food products, driving quality, freshness and integrity.
- Organized the daily mise en place in order to prepare meals efficiently.
- Adhered to health and safety regulations while preparing food items in the kitchen area.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
Chef De Partie
lone star rib house
Glenelg, SA
07.2017 - 12.2017
Chef De Partie
wild water grill restaurant
Sydney, Nsw
11.2009 - 11.2015
Chef De Partie
Pizzeria e Cucina
Sydney, Nsw
05.2012 - 12.2013
Education
Food Safety Supervision Skill Set - Hospitality
Access All Areas Traning
12-2023
Mental Health First Aid Australia - Mental Health
MHFA
Maylands SA06-2023
certificate of recognition cook - Hospitality
TAFE
Regency Park, SA12-2021
BBA - Accounting
Universal Business School
Sydney, NSW06-2014
Skills
- Performance Assessments
- Budgeting and cost control
- Food Safety Regulations
- Menu Planning
- Staff Training
- Kitchen Operations
- Menu development
- Food and beverage pairing
- Regulatory Compliance
- Recipe creation
Affiliations
- travelling
- playing cricket sometimes
Languages
Nepali
Professional
English
Professional
Accomplishments
- best bistro casual dinning AHA award 2021
- finalist-SA best pub burger competition 2023
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Head Chef
Maylands hotel
11.2022 - 02.2024
Sous Chef
Maylands hotel
07.2020 - 11.2022
Chef De Partie
maylands hotel
07.2019 - 07.2020
Chef De Partie
Outback Jack's Bar and Grill
04.2019 - 07.2019
Head Chef
Tasca Viva restautant & tapas bar
01.2018 - 08.2019
Chef De Partie
lone star rib house
07.2017 - 12.2017
Sous Chef
Tasca Viva restautant & tapas bar
11.2015 - 01.2018
Chef De Partie
Pizzeria e Cucina
05.2012 - 12.2013
Chef De Partie
wild water grill restaurant
11.2009 - 11.2015
Food Safety Supervision Skill Set - Hospitality
Access All Areas Traning
Mental Health First Aid Australia - Mental Health
MHFA
certificate of recognition cook - Hospitality
TAFE
BBA - Accounting
Universal Business School
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