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Jennie Nguyen

Sydney,NSW

Summary

Dynamic Junior Sous Chef with a proven track record at Mjolner Bar Sydney, showcasing expertise in menu planning and team management. Excelled in implementing cost-saving initiatives, enhancing culinary offerings to attract new clientele, and fostering collaborative relationships. Skilled in cooking, baking, and maintaining high safety and sanitation standards, contributing to a significant improvement in kitchen efficiency and productivity.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Junior Sous Chef

Mjolner Bar Sydney
04.2024 - Current


  • Maintained inventory records and updated ordering systems regularly to ensure adequate stock levels based on anticipated demand.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Led team by example in preparing items accurately and according to high-quality standards.
  • Trained junior staff members on proper cooking techniques, plating methods, and kitchen safety protocols for improved performance.
  • Ordered new ingredients and supplies to meet expected needs.
  • Supported executive chef in menu development, resulting in diverse and innovative culinary offerings that attracted new clientele.
  • Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.

Chef De Partie

Mjolner- Speakeasy Group
07.2022 - Current
  • Assisted with menu development and planning.
  • Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
  • Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current culinary trends and techniques.
  • Floating and practicing all section including pass, grill, fryer and larder in the kitchen to maintain kitchen workflows.
  • Operated all kitchen equipment safely to prevent injuries.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.

Commis Chef

Malika Bake House
10.2021 - 06.2022
  • Ordered and received products and supplies to stock kitchen areas.
  • Prepare all orders
  • Set up station with mise en place for fast service
  • Perform food prep as needed and label all prepped items
  • Maintain a clean workstation compliant with food safety standards
  • Baking pastries as Turkish style
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing

Cook

Black Toast Cafe
04.2021 - 10.2021
  • Worked with chef to prepare daily food specials and other supplies.
  • Prepared food orders to support waitstaff and other team members.
  • Safely used kitchen equipment such as gas stoves and knives, effectively with zero incidents of injuries and burns
  • Removed expired food and beverages from storage and reviewed inventory for upcoming expirations dates.

Kitchen Assistant

AbovePar
02.2021 - 06.2021
  • Assisted kitchen with peeling, chopping and other food preparation
  • Helped chefs prepare and present food with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise. In the grill section If needed
  • Cleaned and sanitised kitchen utensils, cookware, dishes, glasses, silverware and serving dishes used in food preparation and serving.

Education

RSA -

Sydney College

Certificate IV - Commercial Cooking

Sydney College
Level 2/38 College St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010
07.2021

Bachelor Of Business - Financial Forensics And Fraud Investigation

King's Own Institute
Level 1/31 Market St, Sydney NSW 2000
10.2020

Skills

  • Collaborative Relationships
  • Food Plating and Presentation
  • Recruiting and Training
  • Pastry techniques
  • Grilling techniques
  • Cold food preparation
  • Recipe creation
  • Team management
  • Frying techniques
  • Menu Planning
  • Inventory processes
  • Allergen awareness

Reference

Cafe manager and owner at Malika bake house:

Eddie Topuzlu

0405809977


Head chef at Mjolner

Leo Garnier

leo.g@speakeasygroup.com.au

0478 044 774


Sous chef at Mjolner

Zach Jones

0412 737 953

Timeline

Junior Sous Chef

Mjolner Bar Sydney
04.2024 - Current

Chef De Partie

Mjolner- Speakeasy Group
07.2022 - Current

Commis Chef

Malika Bake House
10.2021 - 06.2022

Cook

Black Toast Cafe
04.2021 - 10.2021

Kitchen Assistant

AbovePar
02.2021 - 06.2021

RSA -

Sydney College

Certificate IV - Commercial Cooking

Sydney College

Bachelor Of Business - Financial Forensics And Fraud Investigation

King's Own Institute

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