Kulbeer Singh Sodhi
Geelong,VIC
Summary
Culinary professional with strong background in high-pressure kitchen environments. Expertise in menu development, ingredient sourcing, and maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation. Known for fostering collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and consistently achieving desired results. Skilled in team leadership, inventory management, and culinary innovation.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
Town and Country Pizza Pasta
01.2025 - Current
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
- Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
Chef
Little Lamb Restaurant
11.2022 - 07.2024
- Participated in recipe development sessions, contributing ideas for seasonal menu changes.
- 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.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Chef
Catalano’s Cafe
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Assisted in food preparation and ingredient sourcing to support daily kitchen operations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace, ensuring adherence to safety standards.
- Learned cooking techniques and food presentation under supervision of experienced chefs.
- Collaborated with team members to efficiently execute menu items during peak service hours.
Chef
Gold Coast Tavern
04.2021 - 02.2022
- Prepared and executed diverse menu items, ensuring quality and consistency in food presentation.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain efficient kitchen operations during peak hours.
- Trained new staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols to enhance productivity.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to ensure availability of ingredients for menu items.
Skills
- Food safety compliance
- Customer service
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Food presentation
- Meal preparation
- Team collaboration
- Grilling techniques
- Frying techniques
- Allergen awareness
- Food safety and sanitation
- Food quality
- Kitchen management
Certification
- Certificate 3 and 4 in commercial cookery
- Diploma of hospitality management
Timeline
Chef
Town and Country Pizza Pasta
01.2025 - Current
Chef
Little Lamb Restaurant
11.2022 - 07.2024
Chef
Catalano’s Cafe
03.2022 - 06.2022
Chef
Gold Coast Tavern
04.2021 - 02.2022