THENAGE KUSHANI ARUNODYA FERNANDO
Notting Hill
Summary
Highly motivated Commis Chef with a strong work ethic, unwavering passion for culinary arts, and exceptional versatility. Adept at thriving in a fast-paced team environment and demonstrating a keen willingness to assist with various tasks. Experienced in high-end restaurant settings, combining flexibility and enthusiasm to deliver exceptional culinary experiences.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef De Partie
The Wonthaggi Club
03.2024 - Current
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Prepare and cook high quality food according to menu guidelines and recipes.
- Ensure dishes are prepared to the restaurant's standards in terms of taste, presentation, and portion size.
- Utilize various cooking methods such as grilling, poaching, and frying to enhance the natural flavors.
- Cooking and presenting fresh seafood during service
- Seasoned and marinated cuts of meat, poultry and fish
- Assist in managing kitchen operations and supervising kitchen staff.
- Support the sous chef in daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth workflow.
- Assist in training new kitchen staff or interns, sharing techniques and best practices.
- Pack away delivered goods in the correct areas and according to the (FIFO) rule and guidelines
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Operated all kitchen equipment safely to prevent injuries.
- Complied with portion and serving sizes as per restaurant standards.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- Sanitized all counters properly to prevent food-borne illness.
- Receiving and recording for supplies and deliveries
- Following the restaurant’s regular cleaning and waste disposal practices.
Commis Chef
Baxter Tavern & Motel
06.2022 - Current
- Organizations & prep fresh fruit and vegetables for salad bar on a day-to-day basis
- Ensure dessert of prep and up to standard on a day-to-day basis
- Cooking and presenting fresh seafood during service
- Seasoned and marinated cuts of meat, poultry and fish.
- Produced high-quality meals with proper plating, and presentation according to restaurant menu standards in the past.
- Prep, make and cook pizza in a wood fire oven during service on a day-to-day basis.
- Operate fryers during busy service to produce 150-250 meals in a timely manner
- Upheld sanitation standards in the kitchen by HACCP and health regulations
- Assist the chef with expediting meals from the pans section in a timely manner
- Pack away delivered goods in the correct areas and according to the (FIFO) rule and guidelines
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Worked with chef de partie to learn storage locations of fresh ingredients for daily use by station staff.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Observed different kitchen chefs' preparation of sauces, breads, and other items to gain knowledge in diverse cooking and baking techniques.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
- Measured high demand spices and commonly used ingredients to prevent overages and waste.
FOOD SERVICE ASSISTANT
MONASH HOSPITAL
11.2020 - Current
- Perform basic food preparation in Sandwich section.
- Compiled recipe ingredients and prepared food by washing, cutting, or measuring food items.
- Plating,Serving and delivery of meals.
- Collaborated effectively within a team
- Efficiently managed time
- Adhered to safe work practices, food safety regulations, and corporate guidelines.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by the hospital.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Operated dishwashing and sanitizing equipment according to manufacturer instructions.
Commis Chef
MONASH HOTEL
07.2021 - 04.2022
- Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
- Worked in pan,fire and grill sections
- Seasoned and marinated cuts of meat, poultry and fish.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Helping with deliveries and restocking
- Rotated through all prep stations to learn different techniques.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Cook (Placement)
Monash Hotel
02.2021 - 07.2021
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes and head chefs instructions.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Team Member
HUNGRY JACKS
03.2019 - 04.2021
- Greeting and assisting customers in the front area of the store for initial customer needs
- Operating cash register to process cash, check, and credit card transactions
- Built customer confidence by actively listening to their concerns and giving appropriate feedback
- Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of store policies regarding payments, returns and exchanges
Customer service
NUDLE RESTAURANT, KNOX SHOPPING CENTER WAITRESS
05.2019 - 12.2020
- Processed customer service orders promptly to increase customer satisfaction.
- Cash handling
- Investigated and resolved accounting, service and delivery concerns.
- Clean equipment & restaurant area
Kitchen Hand, Customer Service
LITE LUNCH BOX, CRANBOURNE SHOPPING CENTER
06.2019 - 01.2020
- Food Preparation adhering to given recepies
- Collaborated effectively within a team
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
Education
Skill Assessment
Trades Recognition Australia
12.2023
Graduate Diploma in Management -
Danford College
Melbourne, VIC04.2023
Advanced Diploma in Hospitality Management -
Australian Institute of Entrepreneurship
02.2022
Diploma in Hospitality Management (SIT50416) -
Academies Australasia Polytechnic
Melbourne, VIC04.2021
Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery (SIT40516) -
Academies Australasia Polytechnic
Melbourne, VIC04.2021
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (SIT30816) -
Academies Australasia Polytechnic
Melbourne, VIC04.2021
Foundation of Bachelor of Engineering -
Swinburne University of Technology
Hawthorn, VIC03.2019
School
Ave Maria Convent Negombo
Sri Lanka 08.2018
Skills
- Experience in working with multicultural atmospheres
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Good oral and written communication Skills
- Inventory supervision
- Signature dish creation
- Responsible
- Problem solving and analytical skills
- Active team member
- Effective time management
- Strong work ethic
Timeline
Chef De Partie
The Wonthaggi Club
03.2024 - Current
Commis Chef
Baxter Tavern & Motel
06.2022 - Current
Commis Chef
MONASH HOTEL
07.2021 - 04.2022
Cook (Placement)
Monash Hotel
02.2021 - 07.2021
FOOD SERVICE ASSISTANT
MONASH HOSPITAL
11.2020 - Current
Kitchen Hand, Customer Service
LITE LUNCH BOX, CRANBOURNE SHOPPING CENTER
06.2019 - 01.2020
Customer service
NUDLE RESTAURANT, KNOX SHOPPING CENTER WAITRESS
05.2019 - 12.2020
Team Member
HUNGRY JACKS
03.2019 - 04.2021
Skill Assessment
Trades Recognition Australia
Graduate Diploma in Management -
Danford College
Advanced Diploma in Hospitality Management -
Australian Institute of Entrepreneurship
Diploma in Hospitality Management (SIT50416) -
Academies Australasia Polytechnic
Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery (SIT40516) -
Academies Australasia Polytechnic
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (SIT30816) -
Academies Australasia Polytechnic
Foundation of Bachelor of Engineering -
Swinburne University of Technology
School
Ave Maria Convent Negombo
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