IVANA YUWANA
Waitara,Australia
Summary
Motivated and capable culinary professional with a genuine passion for the industry. Skilled in preparing, cooking, and presenting visually appealing dishes that delight the palate. Experienced in both modern Australian and Asian cuisine, with a hands-on approach to all aspects of kitchen operations. Thrives under pressure and excels as a quick learner, seamlessly integrating into any work environment or team.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef de Partie
Novotel Sydney Darling Square
05.2025 - Current
- Prepared and plated dishes according to menu specifications and presentation standards.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain high-quality food safety standards.
- Monitored inventory levels and assisted with ordering supplies as needed.
- Trained junior staff on cooking techniques and kitchen procedures.
- Developed new recipes to enhance menu offerings and guest experience.
Chef De Partie
QT Hotel Sydney
Sydney, Australia
12.2024 - Current
- Prepared high-quality dishes following established recipes and standards.
- Assisted in developing new breakfast menu items and recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the kitchen workspace at all times.
- Ensured adherence to food safety standards during food preparation.
Demi Chef De Partie
DoubleTree by Hilton - Northbridge
Northbridge, Australia
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Supported head chef in managing daily operations, including scheduling, ordering supplies, and supervising team members.
- Handled catering orders efficiently while maintaining focus on regular restaurant operations as well as special events menus planning.
- Minimise food wastage by cooking any usable leftover for staff meal on daily basis.
- Collaborated with senior chefs to prepare high-quality dishes during high-volume service periods.
Line Chef
Marian Health Center
Perth, Australia
06.2024 - 10.2024
- Ensured food is cooked and prepped according to monthly menu card for the hospital patients during lunch and dinner service.
- Accommodating any food dietary requirements for each resident without reducing food quality.
- Demonstrated versatility by efficiently working across various stations within the kitchen as needed.
- Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment by following strict food handling guidelines and regular cleaning schedules.
Line Chef
Trippas White Group
Perth, Australia
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Demonstrated multitasking by efficiently working across various stations within the kitchen as needed.
- Manage cold ladder section quality by rotating sandwich and salad bar datly according to FIFO procedure.
- Assisted another line chef during food preparation on busy service, event function, and special catering services.
- Supported head chef with daily tasks such as ingredient selection, recipe development, and stock ordering.
Commis Chef
Monsoon Thai Fusion
Launceston, Australia
06.2020 - 12.2023
- Ensure high quality and food presentation provided to guests according to property standard within a reasonable timeframe.
- Enhanced culinary skills by assisting in the preparation of various dishes under the guidance of experienced chefs.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work flow consistent and smooth.
- Learned a variety of cooking equipment, including wok, ovens, grills, and fryers, to produce diverse menu items with consistent quality.
Commis Chef
Mantra Charies Hotel
Launceston, Australia
06.2021 - 11.2023
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization, ensuring a safe and efficient workspace.
- Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, especially for a la carte breakfast, dinner and event function.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods including pan, grill and fryer section.
- Trained new kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks in a timely manner.
Commis Chef
Altitude Restaurant & Functions
Lauderdale, Australia
11.2020 - 06.2021
- Collaborated with colleagues to create menus, plating ideas, and recipes.
- Ensure quality assurance check at all stages of food productions, prepared and cooked all items mainly for dessert section.
- Assisted head chef in daily tasks such as taking Inventory, ordering required ingredients, monitoring temperature log.
- Ensuring proper food safety procedures are followed.
Cook
Risby Cove Restaurant
Strahan, Australia
11.2019 - 05.2020
- Assisted head chef in food preparation, kitchen operation and stock ordering.
- Promoted from apprentice to be a barbeque chef with cyclical menu option available under head chef supervision.
- Preparing and cooking desserts, sauces and garnishes.
- Working accordingly to ensure kitchen cleanliness and maintain high standard of food quality.
Education
Diploma of Hospitality Management -
Royal Gurkhas Institute of Technology
Hobart, TAS04-2021
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Royal Gurkhas Institute of Technology
Hobart, TAS01.2021
Bachelor Degree - Tourism Hospitality
Trisakti Institute of Tourism
Jakarta, Indonesia01.2013
Skills
- Recipe development
- Kitchen safety
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Food preparation
- Effective communication
- Cooking efficiency
Timeline
Chef de Partie
Novotel Sydney Darling Square
05.2025 - Current
Chef De Partie
QT Hotel Sydney
12.2024 - Current
Demi Chef De Partie
DoubleTree by Hilton - Northbridge
07.2024 - 10.2024
Line Chef
Marian Health Center
06.2024 - 10.2024
Line Chef
Trippas White Group
03.2024 - 06.2024
Commis Chef
Mantra Charies Hotel
06.2021 - 11.2023
Commis Chef
Altitude Restaurant & Functions
11.2020 - 06.2021
Commis Chef
Monsoon Thai Fusion
06.2020 - 12.2023
Cook
Risby Cove Restaurant
11.2019 - 05.2020
Diploma of Hospitality Management -
Royal Gurkhas Institute of Technology
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Royal Gurkhas Institute of Technology
Bachelor Degree - Tourism Hospitality
Trisakti Institute of Tourism