Detail-oriented Prep Cook successful in high-volume fast food settings. Highly skilled in different stations, cooking methods and presentations. Brings strong commitment to teamwork.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
amstel club
Cranborune, Victoria
03.2023 - Current
grilled and pans sections :
Prepare, cook, and present dishes using pans and grills according to the restaurant’s recipes and standards.
Cook proteins such as steaks, chicken, fish, and burgers to exact specifications (rare, medium, well done, etc.).
Handle sautéed dishes, sauces, and sides prepared on the stove or flat top.
Monitor cooking times and temperatures to ensure food safety and proper doneness.
Coordinate orders with other kitchen sections (such as fry, garnish, or pass) to ensure timely service.
Maintain cleanliness, organization, and proper hygiene standards in the workstation.
Ensure equipment like grills, pans, and utensils are cleaned and maintained properly.
Assist in daily mise en place — prepping ingredients (marinating meats, chopping vegetables, portioning proteins, and preparing sauces).
Manage stock rotation and storage in compliance with food safety guidelines.
Work efficiently during busy service hours, maintaining speed without compromising quality.
Skills and Attributes:
Strong knowledge of grilling, sautéing, searing, and pan-frying techniques.
Ability to multitask and stay calm under pressure.
Good teamwork and communication with other chefs and kitchen staff.
Sharp knife skills and an understanding of kitchen safety.
High attention to detail and commitment to consistent quality.
Fryer Section :
Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
Monitored and replaced fryer oil bi-weekly or as required by cleanliness conditions.
Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
Handled preparation and cooking of service-based ingredients like fish and potatoes.
Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
Larder section :
Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
Operated ovens, steamer and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
prepare salads, include cutting types of vegetables for salad ingridients
Received and stored food and supplies.
Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
Managed inventory levels of ingredients and supplies necessary for daily operations.
Schnitzel Section:
Prepared and seared schnitzel.
Prepared ingredients by chopping and slicing for diverse schnitzel varieties.
Sport Bar :
Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or services provided.
Back of House Cook
Red Rooster
Dandenong, Victoria
03.2022 - 10.2023
Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
Prepared and served meals by reviewing recipes and combining and cooking ingredients.
Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
Maintained cleanliness of kitchen area throughout shift by sweeping floors, washing dishes, pots, pans, utensils as needed.
Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
Coordinated orders to expedite food from kitchen according to cook time and delivery time.
Checked temperature of freezers and refrigerators to maintain proper storage of cold items.
Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
Commis Chef
The Langham, Melborne
Melbourne, Victoria
06.2023 - 08.2023
Production :
Performed basic knife skills such as dicing, slicing, mincing vegetables.
Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
Tracked inventory levels of foods and supplies used in daily production.
Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
Organize ingredient preparation for various events like functions and buffets.
Commis Chef
Warung Chef Bagus Restaurant
Kuta , Bali
02.2022 - 11.2022
Plated food according to restaurant artistic guidelines to promote attractive presentation.
Handled food deliveries, processing items and accurately placing into inventory.
Controlled usage of all products to reduce wastefulness.
Plated dishes using tasty garnishes and sauces to appeal to and delight patrons.
Followed proper plate presentation techniques when serving dishes.
Rotated food stock, using up older items first and rejecting expired goods.
Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
Education
Certificate III And IV, Diploma of Hospitality Management - Commercial Cookery, Kitchen Management
Academia Institute
Melbourne, VIC
11-2024
Skills
Food preparation
Inventory management
Kitchen safety
Food handling
Health and safety compliance
Customer service
Time management
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
certificate III in commercial cookery
certificate IV in kitchen management
Diploma of hospitality managemet
Timeline
Commis Chef
The Langham, Melborne
06.2023 - 08.2023
Chef
amstel club
03.2023 - Current
Back of House Cook
Red Rooster
03.2022 - 10.2023
Commis Chef
Warung Chef Bagus Restaurant
02.2022 - 11.2022
Certificate III And IV, Diploma of Hospitality Management - Commercial Cookery, Kitchen Management