Manoj Gauchan
Port Macquarie,Australia
Summary
Adept Chef with a proven track record at Sailors Restaurant, showcasing exceptional skills in kitchen operations management and team collaboration. Elevated food quality and presentation, achieving a significant improvement in customer satisfaction. Passionate and hardworking culinary graduate with hands-on experience in food preparation, kitchen safety, and team collaboration. Committed to developing culinary skills in a fast-paced environment and delivering high-quality dishes. Known for strong organizational skills and a positive attitude under pressure.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Sailors Restaurant
Taree, Australia
07.2024 - Current
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Prepared multiple orders at once for speedy service.
- Cut and skewered meat, mixed sauces and made vegetable garnishes to prepare food for serving.
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Restocked and rotated food products using first-in, first-out method.
- Checked expiration dates of ingredients used in order to maintain freshness.
- Used grills, deep fryers and griddles to cook food.
- Labeled and dated food products for safety.
- Communicated effectively with other team members regarding customer orders.
- Collaborated with team members to promote consistent workflows and deliver food orders on time.
- Packaged and bagged cooked food and prepared items.
- Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
Assistant Chef
Australian Unity
Port Macquarie, Australia
11.2023 - 07.2024
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Tested recipes to meet company's standards for flavor, appearance and texture.
- Stocked food stations before shifts with items and equipment needed for recipes.
- Cleaned and sanitized food preparation areas, complying with hygiene codes and health and safety standards.
- Determined schedules and staff requirements necessary to prepare and plate food.
- Assisted with creating new menu ideas by researching current trends and customer feedback.
Chef
Italian Restaurant
Newtown, Australia
03.2022 - 01.2023
- Inspected freezers and refrigerators prior to each shift to check temperature levels and verify proper functionality
- Inspected kitchen equipment for cleanliness and functionality prior to use.
- Checked quality of raw materials before use.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
Education
Bachelor Of Professional Accounting - Accounting
Holmes Institute
Sydney01.2020
Advance Diploma of Accounting - Accounting
International Institute of Business and Information Technology
Sydney01.2017
Skills
- Hard working
- Team collaboration
- Purchasing
- Kitchen operations management
- Pantry restocking
- Food and beverage pairing
- Dish preparation
- Frying techniques
- Menu supervision
- Plating techniques
- Menu planning
- Food inventory
- Recipe creation
- Nutrition
- Attention to detail
- Inventory management
- Verbal and written communication
- Knife skill
- Stock ordering
- Food plating and presentation
- Budgeting and cost control
- Kitchen equipment operations
- Meal preparation
- Creative menu planning
- Grilling and deep frying skills
- Team collaboration
- Food quality
- Problem-solving
- Hospitality service expertise
- Recipes and menu planning
Hobbies and Interests
- Swimming
- Adventure
References
Available upon request.
Awards
Leo Club 2015 certified member in Leo Club Accountancy
Timeline
Chef
Sailors Restaurant
07.2024 - Current
Assistant Chef
Australian Unity
11.2023 - 07.2024
Chef
Italian Restaurant
03.2022 - 01.2023
Bachelor Of Professional Accounting - Accounting
Holmes Institute
Advance Diploma of Accounting - Accounting
International Institute of Business and Information Technology
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