Kavindu Yaddehige
Endeavour Hills,VIC
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented Chef with extensive experience at The Burvale Hotel, excelling in food safety and presentation. Proven ability to create unique grilled dishes while fostering team collaboration. Recognized for maintaining high standards of kitchen management and responding effectively to dietary needs, ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
The Burvale Hotel (ALH Group)
Spingvale Rd, Burwood Hwy, Nunawading Vic 3131
04.2024 - Current
- Covering every section
- Handling functions
- Creating unique menu of grilled foods
- Doing the pass in the bistro section
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
Cook
The Burvale Hotel (ALH Group)
Spingvale Rd, Burwood Hwy, Nunawading Vic 3131
12.2023 - 04.2024
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Kitchen Attendant
The Burvale Hotel (ALH Group)
Springvale Rd, Burwood Hwy, Nunawading Vic 3131
04.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted in training new kitchen attendants, fostering a supportive team atmosphere while upholding high standards of performance.
- Provided support during catering events, ensuring seamless execution of large-scale functions.
- Plated and presented food following chef requirements.
- Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
Kitchen Attendant
Sands Hotel (ALH Group)
71 Hall Rd, Carrum Downs, Vic 3201
02.2023 - 03.2023
- Improved kitchen efficiency by maintaining cleanliness and organization in all work areas.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
- Ensured food safety by adhering to proper food handling, storage, and sanitation procedures.
- Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
Kitchen Attendant
Village Green Hotel (ALH Group)
Spingvale Rd, Fentree Gully Rd, Mulgrave 3170
09.2022 - 02.2023
- 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.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
- Assisted in training new kitchen attendants, fostering a supportive team atmosphere while upholding high standards of performance.
Education
Diploma of Hospitality Management - Hospitality Management
Hilton Academy
Level 6/250 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 300009-2024
Certificate IV in Kitchen Management - Hospitality
Hilton Academy
Level 6/250 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 300002-2024
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery - Hospitality
Hilton Academy
Level 6/250 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 300008-2023
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Customer service
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Food presentation
- Food quality
- Meal preparation
- Kitchen management
- Team collaboration
- Grilling techniques
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Food plating and presentation
- Allergen awareness
Languages
English
Timeline
Chef
The Burvale Hotel (ALH Group)
04.2024 - Current
Cook
The Burvale Hotel (ALH Group)
12.2023 - 04.2024
Kitchen Attendant
The Burvale Hotel (ALH Group)
04.2023 - 12.2023
Kitchen Attendant
Sands Hotel (ALH Group)
02.2023 - 03.2023
Kitchen Attendant
Village Green Hotel (ALH Group)
09.2022 - 02.2023
Diploma of Hospitality Management - Hospitality Management
Hilton Academy
Certificate IV in Kitchen Management - Hospitality
Hilton Academy
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery - Hospitality
Hilton Academy