Kulbeer Singh Sodhi
Brisbane,QLD
Summary
Adept Chef with a proven track record at Big Belly Restaurant, showcasing culinary expertise and exceptional kitchen management. Excelled in food safety, sanitation, and creating visually appealing, high-quality dishes. Known for enhancing customer satisfaction and mentoring new staff, demonstrating outstanding communication and leadership skills. Achieved significant improvements in food cost management and sustainability practices.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Big Belly Restaurant
12.2023 - 06.2024
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Managed food costs, sourcing ingredients from local suppliers to support community partnerships and sustainable practices.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Chef
Little Lamb Restaurant
11.2022 - 11.2022
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Adapted menus seasonally, incorporating fresh produce to create visually appealing and flavorful dishes.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations.
Education
Diploma - Hospitality Management
College of English Education And Training Australi
Brisbane, QLD08.2022
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
College of English Education And Training Australi
Brisbane11.2021
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Knife Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Food quality
- Food presentation
- Kitchen Management
- Meal Preparation
- Effective Communications
- Grilling Techniques
- Frying techniques
- Hospitality service expertise
- Sanitation Guidelines
- Staff Coordination
- Portion and cost control
- Recipe Development
- Made-to-order meals
Timeline
Chef
Big Belly Restaurant
12.2023 - 06.2024
Chef
Little Lamb Restaurant
11.2022 - 11.2022
Diploma - Hospitality Management
College of English Education And Training Australi
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
College of English Education And Training Australi
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