Khoa Nguyen
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
High-performing Chef offering a year of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams. Exceptional Head Chef with superb understanding of recipes and food cooking methods. Specialties include determining proper portions, menu planning and managing food inventory. Passionate about food and hospitality. Skillfully manage kitchen and food preparation areas. Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Experienced with Asian cuisine, sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles. Conversational English and Vietnamese skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
The Tiny Bean Cafe, Bae And Restaurant
01.2021 - 02.2024
- Elevated restaurant''s reputation by consistently creating high-quality, innovative dishes and maintaining top-notch presentation standards.
- Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency through effective staff scheduling and proper inventory management.
- Fostered a positive working environment by promoting teamwork and open communication among all kitchen staff members.
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
Sous Chef
Nhan Ngai Vietnamese Street Food
02.2019 - 12.2020
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Boosted customer satisfaction ratings by consistently delivering high-quality dishes and maintaining strict adherence to food safety standards.
- Enhanced overall restaurant efficiency by streamlining kitchen operations and implementing effective time management strategies.
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
Sous Chef
Max On Hardware Lane Restaurant And Bar
03.2017 - 11.2018
- Enhanced overall restaurant efficiency by streamlining kitchen operations and implementing effective time management strategies.
- Boosted customer satisfaction ratings by consistently delivering high-quality dishes and maintaining strict adherence to food safety standards.
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
Kitchen Hand
Aloina Thai Restaurant
01.2015 - 10.2016
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
- Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies.
- Supported chefs in food preparation tasks such as chopping ingredients, peeling vegetables, and marinating meats.
- Streamlined kitchen operations by efficiently handling multiple responsibilities simultaneously under pressure.
Education
Cert 3 And 4 of Cookery - Cookery
Blue Lotus Collage
Melbourne, VIC11.2023
Skills
- Signature dish creation
- Inventory Rotation
- Forecasting and planning
- Food spoilage prevention
Timeline
Head Chef
The Tiny Bean Cafe, Bae And Restaurant
01.2021 - 02.2024
Sous Chef
Nhan Ngai Vietnamese Street Food
02.2019 - 12.2020
Sous Chef
Max On Hardware Lane Restaurant And Bar
03.2017 - 11.2018
Kitchen Hand
Aloina Thai Restaurant
01.2015 - 10.2016
Cert 3 And 4 of Cookery - Cookery
Blue Lotus Collage
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