Luca Calaresu
Perth
Summary
A passionate and experienced chef with over 10 years experience in the hospitality industry in different countries and cuisines.
Culinary professional with strong background in high-pressure kitchen environments. Expertise in menu development, ingredient sourcing, and maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Freelance Temp Chef
11.2024 - Current
- Prepared diverse menu items following recipes and presentation standards.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring fresh ingredients availability.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations.
Sous Chef
Mighty Quinns
08.2023 - 11.2024
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal preparation and presentation.
- Assisted in menu development, incorporating seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
- Maintained high standards of food safety and sanitation in compliance with health regulations.
- Coordinated inventory management, minimizing waste through effective stock rotation practices.
Chef De Partie
Duke Bar and Bistro
09.2023 - 08.2024
- Managed daily kitchen operations to ensure efficient service and high-quality dish preparation.
- Collaborated with head chef to develop seasonal menu items, enhancing culinary offerings.
- Trained junior kitchen staff on food safety protocols and cooking techniques for consistency.
Rural Mining Camp Chef
Site Project Group
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Developed and executed diverse menu offerings, enhancing customer satisfaction and culinary experience.
- Managed kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to food safety standards and hygiene regulations.
Chef De Partie
North West Brewery
09.2022 - 01.2023
Chef De Partie
Divers Tavern
05.2021 - 08.2022
Chef
Una Pizzeria and Bar
01.2020 - 12.2020
Chef De Partie
Bannisters By The Sea
04.2019 - 12.2019
Sous Chef
Boot and Flogger
02.2015 - 10.2018
Education
Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery -
Institute Australia SIT40516
Skills
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Kitchen operations
- Team collaboration
- Portion and cost control
Timeline
Chef
Freelance Temp Chef
11.2024 - Current
Chef De Partie
Duke Bar and Bistro
09.2023 - 08.2024
Sous Chef
Mighty Quinns
08.2023 - 11.2024
Rural Mining Camp Chef
Site Project Group
02.2023 - 08.2023
Chef De Partie
North West Brewery
09.2022 - 01.2023
Chef De Partie
Divers Tavern
05.2021 - 08.2022
Chef
Una Pizzeria and Bar
01.2020 - 12.2020
Chef De Partie
Bannisters By The Sea
04.2019 - 12.2019
Sous Chef
Boot and Flogger
02.2015 - 10.2018
Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery -
Institute Australia SIT40516