Kaluthara Fernando
Ardeer,Australia
Summary
Passionate and skilled chef with a strong background in commercial cookery and kitchen management. Experienced in high-paced kitchen environments, ensuring quality food preparation, hygiene compliance, and efficient kitchen operations. Seeking a chef position to apply my culinary expertise, and contribute to a dynamic team.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Commis Chef
Lilydale International
Lilydale, VIC
04.2024 - Current
- Prepared a wide range of dishes: expertly prepared appetizers, main courses, and desserts by strictly following standardized recipes, portion sizes, and presentation guidelines to maintain consistency and quality across all dishes.
- Planned and executed special events: designed and coordinated custom menus and food presentations for large-scale events such as banquets, weddings, and buffets, ensuring alignment with client preferences, dietary needs, and event themes.
- Managed Ingredient Storage and Inventory: Properly labeled and stored dry goods, refrigerated perishables, and frozen items in compliance with food safety regulations, ensuring optimal freshness, and minimizing waste through efficient stock rotation.
- Handled customer feedback and resolutions. Professionally addressed guest concerns related to food quality, presentation, or service, taking corrective action promptly to ensure customer satisfaction, and uphold the establishment’s reputation.
Kitchen Hand
Lilydale International
Lilydale, VIC
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Restocked cupboards, refrigerators and service stations with new food items or supplies.
- Stocked shelves with food supplies, such as canned goods and dry ingredients.
- Partnered with chef to cook food and comply with food preservation guidelines.
- Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
Cleaning Supervisor
Alpha Corporate
Truganina, VIC
05.2021 - 11.2023
- Collaborated with various departments to enhance workflow and efficiency.
- Monitored supply levels, initiating requests for new items to support daily cleaning tasks.
- Managed team of employees, producing daily progress reports and overseeing project planning.
- Polished furniture and room accessories, ensuring cleanliness and brightness in all areas
Pizzaiolo
Pizza Republica Victoria
Melbourne, VIC
04.2021 - 12.2021
- Mixed and kneaded dough, prepared fresh sauces, and sliced toppings daily to ensure high-quality, flavorful pizzas.
- Created traditional and custom pizzas according to standard recipes and customer preferences, including gluten-free and vegetarian options.
- Monitored cooking times and oven temperatures to ensure pizzas were baked to perfection, with proper crust texture and topping distribution.
- Followed food safety and hygiene standards by regularly cleaning preparation surfaces, sanitizing equipment, and properly storing ingredients.
Executive IT - Information Security
Virtusa
, Sri Lanka
02.2019 - 10.2019
- Communicated organizational goals, policies, and procedures to IT staff.
- Provided tech support and account maintenance to users.
- Evaluated data processing proposals for project feasibility.
- Managed hardware and software infrastructure installations.
Associate Information Security Analyst
Cryptogen (Pty) ltd
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Experience with SIEM , firewalls and etc.
- Currently Working at dialog SOC as SOC analyst.
Education
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery -
Swiss Institute Australia
MelbourneBSc.(Hons) - Information Technology, Cyber Security
Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology
Sri LankaMaster of Information Technology and Systems -
Victoria Institute of Technology
AustraliaSkills
- Food preparation
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Communication skills
- Food safety
- Multitasking and organization
- Grilling and deep frying skills
- Dish preparation
Languages
- English, Full Professional Proficiency
- Sinhala, Native or Bilingual Proficiency
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 04/04/94
Full Name
Kaluthara Kankanamalage Supun Buddika Fernando
Languages
English
Full Professional
Sinhala
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Commis Chef
Lilydale International
04.2024 - Current
Kitchen Hand
Lilydale International
09.2023 - 04.2024
Cleaning Supervisor
Alpha Corporate
05.2021 - 11.2023
Pizzaiolo
Pizza Republica Victoria
04.2021 - 12.2021
Executive IT - Information Security
Virtusa
02.2019 - 10.2019
Associate Information Security Analyst
Cryptogen (Pty) ltd
09.2018 - 01.2019
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery -
Swiss Institute Australia
BSc.(Hons) - Information Technology, Cyber Security
Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology
Master of Information Technology and Systems -
Victoria Institute of Technology
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