Ka Ching Tam (Kathy)
Chef
Box Hill,VIC
Summary
Experienced Chef with 4+years of culinary experience in fusion Asian cuisine. Adept in menu planning, preparation, food presentation and quality assurance. Willingness to take on added responsibilities and ready to help the team achieve company goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Sous Chef
Japanese Mountain Retreat
11.2020 - 08.2024
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Reduced food waste by carefully monitoring inventory levels and adjusting orders accordingly.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
Pastry Cook Assistant
Vienna Patisserie and Bakery
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Collaborated with team members to complete large catering orders on time and within budget constraints.
- Worked closely with the head pastry chef to develop creative solutions for addressing customer allergies or dietary restrictions without compromising taste or presentation quality.
- Increased kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workstation, following proper food safety guidelines.
- Decorated cakes, cupcakes and other pastries according to customer requests.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Family Babysitter
Private Care
05.2018 - 09.2020
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
Kitchen Hand
Front Cooking School
06.2019 - 12.2019
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies.
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
Front of House Supervisor
Matsuya Japanese Restaurant
03.2017 - 10.2019
- Trained new staffs on company policies, procedures, and service standards to ensure consistent guest experiences across the team.
- Handled high-pressure situations with grace, maintaining excellent service standards even during peak hours or understaffed shifts.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and addressing inquiries in a timely manner.
- Performed opening and closing duties diligently, ensuring the restaurant was ready for optimal operations each day.
Education
Certificate III in Individual Support
Stirling Institute of Australia
Southbank, VIC08.2025
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
Acknowledge Education
Brunswick, VIC08.2021
Certificate III & IV in Patisserie
Acknowledge Education
Brunswick, VIC07.2020
Skills
- Kitchen Organization
- Team Management
- Safe Food Handling
- Food allergy understanding
- Food Preparing,Plating and Presentation
- Cost Reduction
- Menu development
- Verbal communication
- Customer service
Additional Information
- Availability : Monday - Thursday and weekends
- References available upon request
Certification
- Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA)
- Victoria Police Check
- Working with Children Check
Timeline
Sous Chef
Japanese Mountain Retreat
11.2020 - 08.2024
Pastry Cook Assistant
Vienna Patisserie and Bakery
01.2020 - 12.2020
Kitchen Hand
Front Cooking School
06.2019 - 12.2019
Family Babysitter
Private Care
05.2018 - 09.2020
Front of House Supervisor
Matsuya Japanese Restaurant
03.2017 - 10.2019
Certificate III in Individual Support
Stirling Institute of Australia
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
Acknowledge Education
Certificate III & IV in Patisserie
Acknowledge Education
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