Lakhbir Singh
WAGGA WAGGA,NSW
Summary
I have been working for 3 years at Mates Gully Cafe & Restaurant, it was farm to plate restaurant, where we make everything in kitchen from farm production,
High-performing individual with solid background in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
Mates Gully Restaurant
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by assisting with meal preparation and ensuring timely food delivery to customers.
- Supported a clean and organized workspace by performing daily kitchen maintenance tasks, contributing to a safe work environment.
- Improved customer satisfaction through attentive listening to dietary requests and accurately conveying them to the chef.
- Expedited food service by efficiently assembling dishes according to presentation standards, enhancing overall dining experience.
- Assisted chefs with various cooking tasks, contributing to the creation of diverse and delicious menu items for satisfied patrons.
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Monitored food temperatures and quality throughout shifts.
- Monitored inventory deliveries to minimize product losses and prep for service.
- Elevated restaurant's reputation by consistently creating high-quality, innovative dishes and maintaining top-notch presentation standards.
- Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency through effective staff scheduling and proper inventory management.
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
Cook
Singh Sweets
12.2018 - 01.2020
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Improved menu offerings, incorporating seasonal ingredients and innovative cooking methods.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
- Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
Education
Skills
- Knowledge of food preparation and superb presentation
- Ability to do multitask and efficiently work with minimum of food wastage
- Capability to work under minimum supervision
- Familiar with health safety and sanitation procedure
- In depth knowledge of kitchen equipment and small wares equipment
- Can do" attitude at all time and egger to learn new things
- Storing food in the right manner and always follow FIFO
- Closely monitoring the food that is being prepared in the kitchen
- Ability to quickly engage with others
- Taking responsibility for personal development
- Motivate and build strong relationship with my co-workers and senior team members
- Customer focused attitude, confident and a friendly personality
- An ability to formulate and implement a vision through strategic thinking, communication and good customer service
- Willing to work early, late and nights
- Supply Restocking
- Food Presentation
- Contamination Prevention
- Order Verification
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
references
- Mandeep Kaur, Head Chef at Mates Gully Restaurant and Café, 0413364388
- Marcia McCoy, Employer & Supervisor at Mates Gully Restaurant and Café, 0412582265
Timeline
Head Chef
Mates Gully Restaurant
01.2021 - 01.2024
Cook
Singh Sweets
12.2018 - 01.2020
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