Kurukulasuriya Ashen Isuru Sharuka
Melbourne,Australia
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Rashays Ipswich, excelling in food preparation and menu development. Proven leadership skills in managing teams and ensuring compliance with hygiene standards. Recognized for creativity in crafting dishes that cater to diverse dietary needs while maintaining cost-effective inventory management.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Part-Time Cleaner
3KLEAN PTY
Melbourne, Australia
10.2024 - Current
- Perform high-standard cleaning and sanitation duties in various environments
- Ensure compliance with hygiene and safety regulations
- Maintain efficient time management to meet cleaning schedules
Chef
Rashays Ipswich
Ipswich
05.2023 - 10.2024
- Prepared high-quality meals while maintaining exceptional food presentation and taste
- Created customized dishes catering to dietary and cultural requirements
- Managed kitchen operations, ensuring efficiency and hygiene compliance
- Conducted inventory checks and maintained cost-effective stock levels
Team Leader
ISS Facility Services
04.2019 - 10.2024
- Supervised cleaning teams, ensuring high standards of hygiene and organization
- Trained and managed staff to maintain efficiency and safety standards
- Implemented cleaning schedules, optimizing workflow and effectiveness
Chef
Normal Hotel
Brisbane, Australia
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Designed seasonal menus integrating traditional and innovative flavors
- Maintained high kitchen hygiene and food safety standards
- Sourced quality ingredients from local suppliers
Education
Advanced Diploma - Hospitality Management
Gamma College
Brisbane12.2022
Diploma - Hospitality Management
Kings Education Institution
Brisbane12.2022
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Kings Education Institution
Brisbane12.2021
Pastry and Bakery Course -
Negombo Hotel
Negombo, Sri Lanka12.2019
Skills
- Food Preparation & Presentation
- Menu & Recipe Development
- Kitchen & Inventory Management
- Cost Control & Supplier Negotiation
- HACCP & Food Safety Compliance
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Multi-Tasking
- Adaptability
- Culinary Creativity
- Problem Solving
- Cleaning techniques
- Safety compliance
- Team leadership
- Staff training
- Hygiene standards
- Task prioritization
- Record keeping
- Stain removal techniques
- Safe cleaning with chemicals
Additional Information
Currently seeking full-time opportunities in the culinary field in Melbourne., Open to both kitchen leadership and hands-on chef roles., Passionate about innovative cooking techniques and food presentation.
Area Of Expertise
- Food Preparation & Presentation
- Menu & Recipe Development
- Kitchen & Inventory Management
- Cost Control & Supplier Negotiation
- HACCP & Food Safety Compliance
- Leadership, Teamwork & Time Management
- Multi-Tasking & Adaptability
- Culinary Creativity & Problem Solving
Timeline
Part-Time Cleaner
3KLEAN PTY
10.2024 - Current
Chef
Rashays Ipswich
05.2023 - 10.2024
Chef
Normal Hotel
04.2022 - 01.2023
Team Leader
ISS Facility Services
04.2019 - 10.2024
Advanced Diploma - Hospitality Management
Gamma College
Diploma - Hospitality Management
Kings Education Institution
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Kings Education Institution
Pastry and Bakery Course -
Negombo Hotel