HSIN-YI (Cindy)
fisher,Australia
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Commis Chef
Double shot
Deakin, ACT
04.2024 - Current
- Prepared and cooked food items according to recipes, portioning, and presentation specifications.
- Ensured all food was stored properly in accordance with safety regulations.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, utensils, and equipment used for cooking.
- Monitored stock levels of ingredients and kitchen supplies.
- Worked closely with other cooks and kitchen staff during service periods to ensure efficient operations.
- Communicated effectively with the team regarding menu changes or special requests from customers.
- Rotated food stock, using up older items first and rejecting expired goods.
- Plated food according to restaurant artistic guidelines to promote attractive presentation.
- Checked food portioning for optimal presentation and cost control.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
Chef De Partie
Arc Place by Redbrick Coffee
1 Constitution Ave, ACT
11.2022 - 04.2024
- Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Assisted with menu planning activities by suggesting creative ideas for dishes based on seasonal ingredients.
- Assisted with the training of new employees in proper techniques for food preparation, presentation, sanitation, safety procedures.
- Worked closely with other chefs to coordinate meal preparation activities during busy shifts.
- Received deliveries of food items and stored them properly.
- Prepped foods for dishes, including roasted, sautéed, fried and baked items.
- Maintained cleanliness in the kitchen area by washing dishes and wiping down surfaces after each shift.
- Managed food usage with proper stock rotation to prevent spoilage.
Chef De Partie
Highroad by Ona Coffee
Dickson, ACT
04.2021 - 11.2022
- Assist Sous Chef and Head Chef in training and developing Second Cooks and new staff, setting them up for success
- Assisting the Head Chef to ensure that food standards are maintained according to established recipes and standards
- Actively participate in training and development programs and maximize opportunities for self-development
- Assists in developing daily and seasonal menu items
- Collaborate with Head Chef in menu development, adapting to seasonality of products and cooking trends
- Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment
- Establishes and maintains effective colleague relations and interdepartmental working relations
- General food preparation work
- Maintain a working environment where creativity, continuous improvement, and constructive criticism are the standard
- Maintain and enhance the food products through creative menu development and presentation
- Observes service behaviors of associates and provides feedback to individuals; continuously strives to improve service performance
- Keep production of food at an adequate level, which does not result in excessive leftovers and waste
- Maintain refrigerator and kitchen in clean, organized manner to facilitate the high volume production necessary to achieve company goals.
Commis Chef
Typica Cafe
Manuka, ACT
10.2020 - 11.2021
- In collaboration with the Food Service Supervisor and/or the Manager of Food and Nutrition Services, establishes priorities for activities based on work demand
- Assist other departments wherever necessary and maintain good working relationships
- Decorate pastries using different icings, toppings etc
- Have a passion for cooking and should be familiar with food items and food preparation standards
- Work effectively within the kitchen brigade to ensure high quality customer service standards
- Performs daily or scheduled cleaning duties, in accordance with established policies and procedures; Scrubs and mops floors, cleans and sanitizes equipment
- Perform all assigned prep work and replenish/restock work station with supplies
- Participates in Performance Improvement activities to assure continuous Quality Improvement
- Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas and utensils.
Cook
Star buffet
Kambah, ACT
06.2018 - 06.2020
- Perform all assigned prep work and replenish/restock work station with supplies
- Sets up/Breaks down workstation
- Operates kitchen equipment such as cutlery, grinders, and slicers to portion and/or prepare food for cooking
- Measures and mixes ingredients according to the recipe, using kitchen utensils and equipment to prepare soups, salads, desserts, dressings, gravies, sauces, stews, etc
- Maintains a clean, safe and sanitary work station, equipment, and utensils
- Instruct student kitchen personnel in the proper portion control in the preparation and service of food
- Keep production of food at an adequate level, which does not result in excessive leftovers and waste
- Maintain refrigerator and kitchen in clean, organized manner to facilitate the high volume production necessary to achieve company goals.
Education
Diploma - Hospitality management
Canberra Business And Technology College
05-2022
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
Canberra Business And Technology College
10-2021
Bachelor of Design - Information Communication
Southern Taiwan University of Science And Technology
01-2016
Skills
- Stock control
- Food Preparation
- High hygienic standards
- Menu Planning
Timeline
Commis Chef
Double shot
04.2024 - Current
Chef De Partie
Arc Place by Redbrick Coffee
11.2022 - 04.2024
Chef De Partie
Highroad by Ona Coffee
04.2021 - 11.2022
Commis Chef
Typica Cafe
10.2020 - 11.2021
Cook
Star buffet
06.2018 - 06.2020
Diploma - Hospitality management
Canberra Business And Technology College
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
Canberra Business And Technology College
Bachelor of Design - Information Communication
Southern Taiwan University of Science And Technology
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