Junpei Yamakoshi
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Dynamic, resourceful and skilled Head Chef with over 10 years of success in fine dining, casual dining and catering. Quality-focused and efficient professional adept at preparing and plating food in high-energy, fast-paced kitchens.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Chef
Corporate Catering Solutions
Melbourne, VIC
01.2023 - Current
- Developed menus and recipes for a variety of dishes, including appetizers, entrees, desserts, and specialty items.
- Ordered food supplies from vendors to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Monitored food production to guarantee quality standards were met.
- Ensured compliance with health department regulations regarding hygiene and sanitation practices.
Chef De Cuisine
Philippe
Melbourne, VIC
06.2016 - 12.2022
- Worked closely with executive chef/owner to create and cost seasonal menus and weekly specials
- Maintained a clean and organized kitchen environment.
- Responsible for all rostering, ordering and stock control.
- Ensured compliance with food safety regulations.
Sous Chef
Deja Vue
Melbourne, VIC
01.2015 - 02.2016
- Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
- Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
- Trained new staff in proper cooking techniques and recipes.
Chef De Partie
Hotel Windsor
Melbourne, VIC
01.2014 - 06.2015
- Responsible for the mise en place and service for the fine dining restaurant within the Hotel.
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff to ensure quality standards of food production.
- Adhered to health and safety regulations while preparing food items in the kitchen area.
- Maintained accurate records of stock levels, ordering new ingredients when needed.
- Monthly stocktake.
Commis Chef
PM24
Melbourne, VIC
11.2010 - 12.2013
- Responsible for the mise en place, service and stock control of sauce and grill section.
- Assisted higher-level chefs in the preparation of more complex dishes.
- Maintained a clean working area at all times in compliance with health codes.
Education
Cert III & Cert IV Commercial Cookery - Hospitality
Crown College
Melbourne, VIC01-2013
High School Diploma -
Essendon Keilor College
Melbourne, VIC01-2007
Skills
- Advanced Knife Skills
- Time Management
- Cost Management
- Communication
- Knowledge of French Cuisine
Certification
- Food Safety Supervisor (2023)
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Japanese
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Head Chef
Corporate Catering Solutions
01.2023 - Current
Chef De Cuisine
Philippe
06.2016 - 12.2022
Sous Chef
Deja Vue
01.2015 - 02.2016
Chef De Partie
Hotel Windsor
01.2014 - 06.2015
Commis Chef
PM24
11.2010 - 12.2013
Cert III & Cert IV Commercial Cookery - Hospitality
Crown College
High School Diploma -
Essendon Keilor College
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