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MANINDER KAUR

Millicent,Australia

Summary

Adept Chef with a proven track record at Chef Cooked Meals, showcasing expertise in cooking techniques and kitchen management. Excelled in food safety and sanitation, while enhancing customer service through innovative menu development and responsive feedback handling. Demonstrated leadership by training staff and implementing waste control measures, significantly improving service quality and operational efficiency.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef

Frankie's Food Factory
04.2021 - 01.2022
  • 1 year Experience in restaurant Customer Service
  • 8 Months Experience in Sydney (Chef)

Customer Service

IGA
  • 2 year Experience in IGA (customer Service ) And (Grocery Filler )

Chef

NEW HAVEN INDIAN RESTAURANT
10.2023 - Current
  • Knowledge about making Pizza, Burger and kebab and bell an tea.
  • More Knowledge about making Curries,Naan Bread also have experience on fryer section.
  • Implemented strict food safety protocols by monitoring kitchen sanitation practices.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations by organizing workflow and maintaining cleanliness.
  • Researched food trends to inspire innovative menu concepts and seasonal specials.
  • Responded to customer feedback, improving menu offerings and service quality.
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
  • Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
  • Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
  • Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
  • 2 Year Experience in Hospitality (Chef)


Education

Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery

ASTRAL SKILLS INSTITUTE OF AUSTRALIA
Sydney, NSW
07-2021

Skills

  • Food safety and sanitation
  • Customer service
  • Knife skills
  • Cooking techniques
  • Food quality
  • Kitchen management
  • Food presentation
  • Meal preparation
  • Effective communications
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Ingredient knowledge
  • Frying techniques
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Food pairing
  • Made-to-order meals
  • Order delivery practices
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Food storage
  • Temperature control
  • Special diets
  • Company safety standards
  • Waste control
  • Food safety oversight

Timeline

Chef

NEW HAVEN INDIAN RESTAURANT
10.2023 - Current

Chef

Frankie's Food Factory
04.2021 - 01.2022

Customer Service

IGA

Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery

ASTRAL SKILLS INSTITUTE OF AUSTRALIA
MANINDER KAUR