Justin Paora
Sydney,Australia
Summary
Enthusiastic professional offering more than number of years of experience working in fast paced kitchens. Talented restaurant chef with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Highly trained individual
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Cafe newtown
Newtown
05.2021 - 10.2024
- Planned menus, ordered supplies and managed kitchen staff.
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.
- Checked quality of raw materials before use.
- Stored foods correctly using correct storage containers and labelling systems.
- Inspected kitchen equipment for cleanliness and functionality prior to use.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Instructed cooks and other workers in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
- Inspected freezers and refrigerators prior to each shift to check temperature levels and verify proper functionality.
- Managed kitchen staff team and assigned tasks for various stages of food production.
- Delegated tasks and supervised kitchen staff to optimize food preparation, presentation and safety.
- Supervised specialty dish preparation to satisfy customer requests and cater to various dietary needs.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Placed frequently used ingredients in proper storage containers and placed perishable items in refrigerator.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
Chef
Icebergs bondi
Bondi Beach , Nsw
11.2020 - 05.2021
- Planned menus, ordered supplies and managed kitchen staff.
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
Head Chef
Biblio cafe UNSW university
Sydney, Australia
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Checking freezers and refrigeration poir to each shift to verify correct temperatures
- Utilising proper cleaning techniques to sanitise counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes that met customers requirements
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business
- Overseeing kitchen operations for type and type locations
- Maintained well organised mise en place to keep work efficient and consistent
- Monitoring line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation
- Evaluated inventory levels on timeframe basis and placed orders to restock type and type items before supplies ran out
- Properly handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross contamination
- Prevented cross contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food suffers
Sou Chef
Barista and cook
Sydney, Australia
05.2018 - 11.2018
- Checking freezers and refrigeration poir to each shift to verify correct temperatures
- Utilising proper cleaning techniques to sanitise counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes that met customers requirements
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business
- Overseeing kitchen operations for type and type locations
- Maintained well organised mise en place to keep work efficient and consistent
- Monitoring line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation
- Evaluated inventory levels on timeframe basis and placed orders to restock type and type items before supplies ran out
- Properly handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross contamination
- Prevented cross contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food suffers
Sou chef
Cafe sienna
Melbourne, Australia
08.2007 - 08.2017
- Checking freezers and refrigeration poir to each shift to verify correct temperatures
- Utilising proper cleaning techniques to sanitise counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes that met customers requirements
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business
- Overseeing kitchen operations for type and type locations
- Maintained well organised mise en place to keep work efficient and consistent
- Monitoring line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation
- Evaluated inventory levels on timeframe basis and placed orders to restock type and type items before supplies ran out
- Properly handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross contamination
- Prevented cross contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food suffers
- Staff Rostering
Education
White card -
Just careers training
Sydney08.2020
Covid 19 awareness -
Nsw government
Sydney08.2020
Food and safety certificate -
Serve it up training provider
Melbourne03.2017
Certificate in espresso coffee making -
Serve it up training provider
Melbourne03.2017
Certificate III - Commercial cookery
Christchurch polytechnic
Christchurch, New Zealand10.1993
Certificate IV - Commercial cookery
Christchurch polytechnic
Christchurch, New Zealand10.1993
Skills
- Workflow optimisation
- Food preparation and safety
- Sanitation guidelines
- Made to order meals
- Effective communication
- Equipment management
- Order delivery practices
- Food plating and presentation
- Food spoilage prevention
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Steady work flow
- Food preparation
- Utensils and equipment
- Team leader
- Pantry restocking
- Kitchen operations management
- Time management
- Effective communications
- Workflow optimization
- Staff coordination
- Sanitation practices
- Kitchen equipment operations
- Food quality
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Physical stamina
- Food storage
- Knife use
- Kitchen management
- Food safety oversight
- Knife skills
- Company safety standards
References
- Steve, 0432580988, Biblio cafe
- Krista, 0404442434, Barista and cook
Hobbies and Interests
- Cooking
- Reading
- Martial arts
- Outdoors adventure
Resumeobjective
Enthusiastic professional offering more than number of years of experience working in fast paced kitchens. Talented restaurant chef with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Highly trained individual.
Personal Information
- Place of Birth: Waverley
- Date of Birth: 03/09/75
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: New Zealand
- Marital Status: Single
Timeline
Chef
Cafe newtown
05.2021 - 10.2024
Chef
Icebergs bondi
11.2020 - 05.2021
Head Chef
Biblio cafe UNSW university
01.2019 - 03.2020
Sou Chef
Barista and cook
05.2018 - 11.2018
Sou chef
Cafe sienna
08.2007 - 08.2017
White card -
Just careers training
Covid 19 awareness -
Nsw government
Food and safety certificate -
Serve it up training provider
Certificate in espresso coffee making -
Serve it up training provider
Certificate III - Commercial cookery
Christchurch polytechnic
Certificate IV - Commercial cookery
Christchurch polytechnic