Madushani Samaranayaka
Ballarat East,VIC
Summary
Proactive Chef specialized in high-volume restaurant and catering environments with extensive experience in bulk cooking, breakfast service management, and à la carte service. Skilled in menu development, food safety, and dietary accommodations, offering a strong background in maintaining high standards and adapting to dynamic kitchen needs.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Mercure Hotel and Convention Centre
2023.03 - Current
- Managed weekend breakfast buffet service, preparing 120 to 150 packs alone during peak periods at a four-star hotel with a high volume of guests.
- Handled bulk cooking and meal preparation for large-scale events in a convention center that accommodates up to 600 people, including three-course and five-course meals.
- Supported à la carte service during busy times or staff shortages.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and food safety.
- Managed dietary needs accurately.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Chef
Cafe Oggi
2022.05 - 2022.12
- Worked on a rotating roster, managing breakfast, lunch, and dinner shifts as require
- Provided à la carte service for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with a focus on Bain-Marie foods specifically for lunch to cater to the local workforce, while also managing outside catering and handling functions.
- Worked across multiple sections, including bain marie, larder, fryer, and pan sections.
- Managed food allergies and dietary restrictions, ensuring safe and accurate meal preparation.
- Maintained a clean and organized kitchen environment.
- Developed and planned menus and daily specials, adapting to customer preferences.
Chef
Eating House Restaurant
2021.07 - 2022.02
- Managed 150-300 covers, including peak times with two dinner seatings.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Operated kitchen stations, including larder, fryer,pan and prep stations.
- Handled food preparation, portion control, and dietaries.
- Maintained a clean, efficient kitchen environment.
Education
Commercial Cookery Cert 4 -
Brighton College
Melbourne, VIC05.2022
Diploma of Hospitality Management -
Brighton College
Melbourne, VIC05.2022
Skills
* Bulk Cooking *Breakfast Service Management
* À la Carte Service Management *Multitasking
* Food Safety and Hygiene. *Time Management
* Hard work and quick learner
Reference
Vinh Tran
Head Chef-Cafe Oggi
0400151973
tran.v6969@gmail.com
Thisara George Fernando
Sous Chef-0422908633
thisarageorge@gmail.com
Timeline
Chef
Mercure Hotel and Convention Centre
2023.03 - Current
Chef
Cafe Oggi
2022.05 - 2022.12
Chef
Eating House Restaurant
2021.07 - 2022.02
Commercial Cookery Cert 4 -
Brighton College
Diploma of Hospitality Management -
Brighton College
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