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James Shrestha

Brisbane,QLD

Summary

Punctual professional experienced in following menus and recipes to prepare quality food. Polished in setting up and cleaning equipment for daily food preparation and helping manage supplies. 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. Motivated student eager to apply classroom knowledge to real-world experiences, with a strong willingness to learn and contribute. Effective communicator with a collaborative mindset, ready to bring fresh perspectives and a strong work ethic to any team.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook

Pier 33
Mooloolaba , QLD
06.2024 - Current
  • Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
  • Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
  • Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
  • Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
  • Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
  • Performed basic administrative duties such as inventory management, ordering supplies.

Cook's Assistant

El Camino Cantina
Chermside, Qld
10.2022 - 06.2024
  • Assisted in prepping ingredients for meals by washing, peeling, and cutting vegetables.
  • Stocked kitchen with necessary supplies such as food items, utensils, and equipment.
  • Heated prepared foods in ovens or on grills according to recipes or instructions.
  • Kept records of the quantities of food used.
  • Took temperature of cooked foods to verify they were cooked thoroughly before serving them.
  • Assisted head chef by chopping and preparing cooking ingredients.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.

Kitchen Steward

Challengers Hospitality Ltd
Brisbane, QLD
02.2022 - 09.2022
  • Cleaned and sanitized all kitchen surfaces, equipment and utensils.
  • Delivered clean dishes, glassware, tableware, cooking utensils, linens and other items to the service areas as needed.
  • Swept and mopped floors in the kitchen area.
  • Operated dishwashing machine to wash dishes, glasses, silverware and pots and pans.
  • Emptied garbage cans throughout the kitchen area.
  • Disposed of waste material in accordance with established procedures.
  • Transported dirty dishes from dining room to dishwashing area for cleaning.
  • Restocked workstations with necessary supplies throughout shift hours.
  • Checked temperature of freezers, refrigerators and heating equipment to ensure proper functioning.
  • Operated pot-washing machinery and maintained hygienic work environment.

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery -

Spencer College
Brisbane, QLD
01-2024

Diploma in Kitchen Management -

Spencer College
Brisbane, QLD

Skills

  • Proficient in various cooking techniques and cuisines
  • Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene protocols
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills
  • Ability to work effectively in fast-paced environments
  • Creative menu planning and recipe development
  • Team collaboration and leadership abilities
  • Strong knowledge of food hygiene
  • Recipe-based cooking

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Cook

Pier 33
06.2024 - Current

Cook's Assistant

El Camino Cantina
10.2022 - 06.2024

Kitchen Steward

Challengers Hospitality Ltd
02.2022 - 09.2022

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery -

Spencer College

Diploma in Kitchen Management -

Spencer College

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