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Kithmi Tharaka

Runcorn,QLD

Summary

Passionate and motivated Junior Chef with hands-on experience in food preparation, kitchen operations, and maintaining high standards of hygiene and presentation. Skilled in supporting senior chefs in busy, fast-paced kitchen environments while continuously learning new techniques and cuisines. Committed to delivering quality dishes, ensuring food safety compliance, and contributing positively to a team-oriented workplace. Eager to grow within the culinary industry and bring creativity, reliability, and a strong work ethic to every shift.

Work History

JUNIOR CHEF

Ceylon Curry Club
Graceville , QLD
01.2025 - 02.2025
  • Prepared meals following standardized recipes and culinary techniques.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace and tools.
  • Assisted senior chefs in food preparation and cooking tasks.
  • Ensured proper storage and rotation of food items in accordance with health regulations.
  • Prepared ingredients for cooking, including washing, peeling, cutting and seasoning vegetables.
  • Organized stockroom shelves by product type, expiration date, and other criteria.
  • Performed daily maintenance duties such as restocking supplies or cleaning work areas between shifts.
  • Handled food deliveries, processing items and accurately placing into inventory.

JUNIOR CHEF

Walkway to Ceylon Restaurant
Stones Corner, QLD
10.2024 - 01.2025
  • Prepared and portioned ingredients (vegetables, meats, fish) for daily kitchen use
  • Assisted in cooking basic dishes such as soups, sauces, salads, and sides
  • Maintained cleanliness and hygiene of workstations and kitchen tools
  • Followed food safety standards, including proper storage and temperature checks
  • Supported different kitchen stations to help during busy service times
  • Collaborated with kitchen team to ensure smooth and efficient operations
  • Learned and developed cooking techniques under the the supervision of senior chefs
  • Managed time effectively to meet service deadlines and quality standards
  • Executed food safety protocols to ensure a safe cooking environment.

Education

Advance Diploma of Commercial Cookery

American College
Woolloongabba, QLD
03-2027

Prima Baking Industry Level 3 - Bread/Pastry/ Cake

Prima Baking Training Center
01-2022

Prima Baking Industry Level 2 - Bread/Pastry/ Cake

Prima Baking Training Center
01-2021

Advance Fundamental of Baking

Prima Baking Training Center
01-2021

Skills

  • Quality control
  • Food safety
  • Time management
  • Team collaboration
  • Meal preparation
  • Customer service

Timeline

JUNIOR CHEF

Ceylon Curry Club
01.2025 - 02.2025

JUNIOR CHEF

Walkway to Ceylon Restaurant
10.2024 - 01.2025

Advance Diploma of Commercial Cookery

American College

Prima Baking Industry Level 3 - Bread/Pastry/ Cake

Prima Baking Training Center

Prima Baking Industry Level 2 - Bread/Pastry/ Cake

Prima Baking Training Center

Advance Fundamental of Baking

Prima Baking Training Center
Kithmi Tharaka