KIRANPREET KAUR
ROCKHAMPTON,QLD
Summary
Innovative chef with a focus on recipe development and menu planning. Committed to maintaining high standards in food safety and quality, leveraging extensive experience to drive operational excellence.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Larder Chef
GLADSTONE PARK HOTEL
GLADSTONE PARK, VIC
12.2025 - 03.2026
- Prepared and assembled high-quality dishes for restaurant service.
- Assisted in menu planning and ingredient selection for seasonal offerings.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation.
- Developed new recipes to enhance the culinary experience at the hotel.
- Restocked supplies of ingredients for use in the kitchen as needed.
- Inspected incoming shipments of food products to ensure quality standards were met before accepting delivery.
- Participated in tasting sessions to evaluate new menu items prior to their introduction.
- Monitored stock levels on a daily basis ensuring no shortages occurred during service hours.
- Cleaned work areas at the end of each shift to ensure they were ready for use the following day.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on equipment used in the larder section such as refrigerators or freezers.
- Kept up-to-date records of inventory levels as well as any wastage that occurred throughout the day.
- Prepared salads, appetizers, cold dishes and desserts for service.
- Checked temperatures of stored foods regularly to maintain proper storage conditions.
- Followed all health and safety regulations while working with sharp tools and knives when preparing foods.
Chef
THE COFFEE CLUB
KALKALLO, VIC
01.2025 - 11.2025
Chef
ARCARE AGED CARE
GISBORNE , VIC
11.2024 - 12.2024
Chef
THE COFFEE CLUB
EPPING, VIC
07.2024 - 11.2024
Chef
THE COFFEE CLUB
KALKALLO, VIC
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Reviewed operational records to determine amount of food used in order to maintain appropriate inventory levels.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Documented employee performance reviews in order to assess progress towards goals set out in training plans.
Chef
THE COFFEE CLUB
MILL PARK, VIC
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to standardized recipes.
- 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.
- Collaborated with staff to ensure smooth kitchen operations during busy hours.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Followed health and safety standards in food preparation and storage.
- Engaged with customers to provide excellent dining experiences and service.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service issues.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss menu updates and improvements.
- Assisted in inventory management and stock replenishment of ingredients.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Stored foods correctly using correct storage containers and labeling systems.
Education
BACHELOR OF TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
AAPOLY COLLEGE
07-2022
ADVANCE DIPLOMA OF HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
AAPOLY COLLEGE
Melbourne, VIC04-2020
ADVANCE DIPLOMA OF BUSINESS
DALTON COLLEGE
Melbourne, VIC09-2019
CERTIFICATE 4 IN COMMERCIAL COOKERY
ACUMEN EDUCATION
Melbourne, VIC06-2017
COMMERCIAL COOKERY
ACUMEN EDUCATION
Melbourne, VIC02-2017
Skills
- Food safety
- Recipe development
- Inventory management
- Quality inspection
- Menu planning
- Kitchen operations
- Food presentation
- Stock management
- Garnishing techniques
- Special diets
- Allergen awareness
- Portion control
- Knife skills
- Ingredient preparation
- Cold food preparation
- Salad making
- Food storage
- Meat slicing
- Dressing preparation
- Slicing and chopping
- Ingredient knowledge
- Grill Techniques
- Continuous improvement
- Kitchen management
- Organizational skills
- Cooking technique demonstrations
- Self motivation
Timeline
Larder Chef
GLADSTONE PARK HOTEL
12.2025 - 03.2026
Chef
THE COFFEE CLUB
01.2025 - 11.2025
Chef
ARCARE AGED CARE
11.2024 - 12.2024
Chef
THE COFFEE CLUB
07.2024 - 11.2024
Chef
THE COFFEE CLUB
01.2024 - 07.2024
Chef
THE COFFEE CLUB
03.2023 - 12.2023
BACHELOR OF TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
AAPOLY COLLEGE
ADVANCE DIPLOMA OF HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
AAPOLY COLLEGE
ADVANCE DIPLOMA OF BUSINESS
DALTON COLLEGE
CERTIFICATE 4 IN COMMERCIAL COOKERY
ACUMEN EDUCATION
COMMERCIAL COOKERY
ACUMEN EDUCATION