Luka O'Shea
Wollongong ,NSW
Summary
Creative and passionate Chef with a recent culinary degree, I am eager to elevate my culinary skills through new opportunities and collaboration with like minded Chefs. With a keen attention to detail, I thrive on learning new recipes and techniques, always striving to improve. I am a strong team player, contributing ideas, supporting colleagues and working towards shared goals in a dynamic kitchen environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef Apprentice
Centro CBD
Wollongong , NSW
07.2022 - 12.2024
- Managed and oversaw multiple sections (larder, Mains, Pastas) ensuring the preparation and organization of all entrée and dessert meals while maintaining high standards of food safety and quality.
- Trained new employees delegating tasks while creating an environment of collaboration and growth within the team.
- Assisted the head chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations, ensuring quality control and timely food preparation.
- Played a key role in overlooking inventory, maintaining cleanliness and reducing food waste.
- Prepared and cooked food in a high volume environment while maintaining quality and presentation.
Cook
Ryan Gozleme
Sydney , NSW
06.2020 - 06.2022
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
Education
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery -
TAFE NSW
NSW12-2024
High School Diploma -
St Stanislaus
Bathurst, NSW12-2020
Skills
- Creativity
- Eager to learn
- Time management
- Organization
- Cleanliness
- Execute to a high standard
- Team player
- Respect others
- Plating and presentation
- Menu creation
- Attention to detail
- Communication
Accomplishments
- 1st place Gold Ranking in Worldskills competition 2024
- Silver ranking in Nestle golden chef competition 2024
- 3rd place Gold Ranking in Club chef team competition 2024
- Representing the Illawarra at the Worldskills regional competition 2025
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Chef Apprentice
Centro CBD
07.2022 - 12.2024
Cook
Ryan Gozleme
06.2020 - 06.2022
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery -
TAFE NSW
High School Diploma -
St Stanislaus
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