Jayden Duong
Glen Waverley
Summary
Bachelor of Agriculture graduate with a focus on plant and soil science, currently pursuing a Master of Food Science at the University of Melbourne. Academic journey has fueled passion for agriculture and food science, while fostering an interest in the hospitality industry. Strong foundation in agricultural principles and growing expertise in food science, equipped to contribute valuable insights and innovative solutions to the field.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Bartender
BYRDI
Melbourne, VIC
10.2023 - Current
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Improved team morale and efficiency, leading by example and offering support during peak hours.
- Managed inventory to prevent shortages, conducting weekly stock checks and placing timely orders.
Cocktail Bartender
Naught Distilling
Eltham, VIC
03.2023 - Current
- Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
- Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
- Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines and mixers.
- Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
- Prepared garnishes by evenly slicing and pitting fruits.
- Created attractive bar displays by strategically arranging bottles and glasses.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Crop Scout /Junior Agronomist
Elders Hay/ Summit Ag
Hay, NSW
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Helped collect and evaluate plant data for agronomist
- identify weeds within paddocks for agronomist
- gained an understanding of farming systems and the duties of an agronomist
- Implemented pest and weed control measures.
- Conducted soil samples for analysis to determine future crop placement.
- Gained a large understanding of cotton agronomy and some corn and sorghum agronomy as well
Food and Beverage Attendant/Bartender
The Orchard Bar And Restaurant
Ringwood, VIC
06.2021 - 11.2022
- Assisted with inventorying beverage stock and bar supplies.
- Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.
- Prepared drinks for customers
- Assisted in waiting tables
- Maintained clean and organized restaurant to comply with hygiene and health regulations.
- Collaborated with other food and beverage attendants to provide prompt, smooth and excellent service.
- Maintained stock levels of cups, lids, straws, and condiments throughout the shift.
- Assisted with setup and breakdown of events, banquets and parties to comply with logistics.
- operated a POS system
Food and Beverage Attendant
Kingpin
North Strathfield, NSW
12.2020 - 02.2021
- Operated dishwashers and other kitchen equipment according to safety guidelines.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
Crew Member Cook
McDonald's Australia
Glen Waverley, VIC
02.2018 - 12.2020
- Operated a POS system
- Washed cutlery and dishes, operated a commercial dish washer
- Help prep and cook food, store food, and apply use by dates to prepped
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high volume, fast paced operation
- Follow strict procedures for safe food preparation, assembly and presentation
- Communicate clearly and positively with co-workers and management
- Assist in training new staff in kitchen operations
- Maintained clean and organized appearance for all restaurant areas to attract and retain customers
- Assisted in the cafe, basic cafe knowledge
- Assisted in customer service, basic knowledge of the register and POS system.
Education
Bachelor of Agriculture (Plant And Soil Science) - Agronomy And Crop Science
The University of Melbourne
Melbourne, VIC11.2023
High School Diploma -
John Monash Science School
Clayton, VIC12.2020
Skills
- Food and Beverage Preparation
- Staff Supervision
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Peer Relationships
- High-Volume Environments
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Food and beverage experience
- Report Development
- Plant Health Inspections
- Data Collection
Accomplishments
Gresham Greenhorn VIC silver medalist 2023
Hobbies
- travelling around the world and experiencing their culture especially food and drinks
- brewing beer and creating and testing different beer recipes
- train MMA regularly at a local gym
- going camping and exploring regional areas /hiking trails of Australia
- cooking and fermenting
Certification
- VIC RSA 2020-2025
- NSW RSA 2020-2024
- CERT IV - Work, health and safety
- White card
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Vietnamese
Professional Working
Chinese (Cantonese)
Professional Working
Timeline
Sous Bartender
BYRDI
10.2023 - Current
Cocktail Bartender
Naught Distilling
03.2023 - Current
Crop Scout /Junior Agronomist
Elders Hay/ Summit Ag
11.2022 - 02.2023
Food and Beverage Attendant/Bartender
The Orchard Bar And Restaurant
06.2021 - 11.2022
Food and Beverage Attendant
Kingpin
12.2020 - 02.2021
Crew Member Cook
McDonald's Australia
02.2018 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Agriculture (Plant And Soil Science) - Agronomy And Crop Science
The University of Melbourne
High School Diploma -
John Monash Science School