Innovative Chef skilled in menu development and culinary techniques. Enhances customer satisfaction through exceptional service and effective problem-solving. Manages kitchen inventory and ensures compliance with food safety standards, delivering high-quality dining experiences.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of post-secondary education
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Karleen charters (Magnolia Cafe Dubbo and Alchemy on Victoria Dubbo)
Dubbo, NSW
08.2022 - Current
Solely managed kitchen operations, ensuring consistent quality and efficiency during peak service times.
Assisted in crafting tailored menus for charter events, reflecting client preferences and enhancing guest experiences.
Coordinated with crew to deliver on-time meal service during excursions, contributing to overall guest satisfaction.
Managed inventory and ordered supplies to maintain kitchen efficiency.
Utilized strong problem-solving skills to address challenges in service.
Ensuring customer satisfaction
Welcoming customers seating and taking orders
Front of house experience
Education
Certificate 3 In Commercial Cookery - Hospitality
Tafe
Dubbo, NSW
02.2024 - 12.2025
Skills
Culinary techniques
Menu development
Menu planning
Plating techniques
Food safety standards
Quality control
Company quality standards
Kitchen inventory management
Stock ordering
Kitchen equipment and tools
Budgeting and cost control
New hire training
Customer service
Time management
Problem solving
Team collaboration
Till experience
Certification
Completed apprenticeship in Trade of hospitality ( Commercial Cookery)
Timeline
Certificate 3 In Commercial Cookery - Hospitality
Tafe
02.2024 - 12.2025
Chef
Karleen charters (Magnolia Cafe Dubbo and Alchemy on Victoria Dubbo)