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LIAM LER

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Adept at whole fish and animal fabrication, with a proven track record of leading high-volume food preparation at prestigious establishments like Rosemead Singapore. Excels in fast-paced environments, enhancing kitchen efficiency and staff skillset, while significantly contributing to increased guest return rates through innovative menu development and meticulous quality control. Demonstrates exceptional allergen awareness and grilling expertise.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Junior Sous Chef

Voco Hotel, Opus Bar & Grill
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Prepped daily menu items to quickly deliver upon request.
  • Oversaw cleanliness of each station in kitchen.
  • Maintained inventory records and updated ordering systems regularly to ensure adequate stock levels based on anticipated demand.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.

Sous Chef

Rosemead Singapore, Jigger & Pony Group
10.2021 - 07.2023
  • Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
  • Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.

Junior Sous Chef

Humpback, Jigger & Pony Group
07.2017 - 10.2021
  • Collaborated with fellow team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and excellent execution of all dishes.
  • Consistently met high standards of quality control by conducting thorough taste tests before serving each dish to customers.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations by implementing efficient food preparation techniques and maintaining a clean work environment.

Chef De Partie

Hilton Hotel, Resort
07.2015 - 06.2017
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.

Commis Cook

Hilton, Graze Restaurant
10.2012 - 11.2014

Education

No Degree - Culinary Art

Cilantro Culinary Academy
Kuala Lumpur
08.2012

Skills

  • Whole Fish and Animal fabrication including dry aging fish and koji aging
  • Meat and fish cutting, deboning and portioning
  • Allergen awareness
  • Demonstrated expertise in grilling over live first grill
  • Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Timeline

Junior Sous Chef

Voco Hotel, Opus Bar & Grill
08.2023 - 05.2024

Sous Chef

Rosemead Singapore, Jigger & Pony Group
10.2021 - 07.2023

Junior Sous Chef

Humpback, Jigger & Pony Group
07.2017 - 10.2021

Chef De Partie

Hilton Hotel, Resort
07.2015 - 06.2017

Commis Cook

Hilton, Graze Restaurant
10.2012 - 11.2014

No Degree - Culinary Art

Cilantro Culinary Academy
LIAM LER