Manjot Kaur
Lyndhurst,VIC
Summary
Dynamic Chef with extensive experience at Nest at Waterways Cafe, excelling in food preparation and kitchen management. Proven ability to optimize processes while ensuring dietary compliance and maintaining high sanitation standards. Adept at training staff and fostering teamwork, delivering customized meal options that enhance client satisfaction.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Nest at Waterways Cafe
Nest At Waterways
12.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
PCA
Calvary Aged Care
Calvary Aged Care
05.2022 - 09.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families to provide updates on progress and address concerns collaboratively.
Fsa
Aged Care Calvary
02.2022 - 12.2022
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Education
Certificate 3, 4 Diploma In Hospitality - Hospitality
Acumen Education
Melbourne, VIC12.2023
Skills
- Food preparation
- Kitchen management
- Sanitation practices
- Mise en place
- Dietary compliance
- Time management
- Safety procedures
- Food safety and sanitation
- Food presentation
- Grilling techniques
- Frying techniques
- Food plating and presentation
Timeline
Chef
Nest at Waterways Cafe
12.2022 - Current
PCA
Calvary Aged Care
05.2022 - 09.2023
Fsa
Aged Care Calvary
02.2022 - 12.2022
Certificate 3, 4 Diploma In Hospitality - Hospitality
Acumen Education