Marion Ngametua
Scoresby,VIC
Summary
Highly motivated candidate with experience in food service. Adept at using excellent skills and knowledge of food safety regulations. Skilled at quickly preparing high-quality meals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef Assistant/Manager
Knox Gateway Cafe
02.2018 - 10.2023
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by creating visually appealing and delicious dishes in a timely manner.
- Assisted head chef in menu planning for optimal ingredient utilization and minimized food waste.
- Streamlined kitchen operations by implementing efficient food preparation techniques and proper equipment usage.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict sanitation guidelines for a safe kitchen environment.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely delivery of orders, improving overall dining experience for guests.
- Developed new recipes by incorporating seasonal ingredients, resulting in increased positive feedback from customers.
- Trained new staff members on kitchen procedures, contributing to the growth of a cohesive culinary team.
- Monitored inventory levels and communicated supply needs to management, reducing instances of stock shortages during service hours.
- Contributed to cost-saving initiatives by suggesting alternative ingredients or suppliers without compromising quality or taste.
- Managed time efficiently by prioritizing tasks and multitasking effectively during peak service hours.
- Provided support during special events and catering functions, ensuring consistent quality across all offerings.
- Adhered to dietary restrictions and accommodated allergies as necessary, fostering an inclusive dining experience for all guests.
- Participated in continuous professional development through attending workshops, trainings, and industry events to stay up-to-date on culinary trends and techniques.
- Demonstrated adaptability by stepping into various roles within the kitchen when needed, maintaining smooth operations during staff absences or high-volume periods.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to address customer feedback or concerns promptly, fostering strong cross-functional teamwork within the restaurant setting.
- Showcased creativity through developing daily specials that showcased unique flavor combinations while utilizing available ingredients efficiently.
- Assisted in budget management by monitoring food costs and portion control measures for greater financial efficiency.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by proactively identifying areas for process improvement and implementing changes as needed.
- Collaborated with head chef on menu development, incorporating customer feedback and industry trends to create innovative dishes that increased repeat business.
- Managed food preparation activities, such as cutting ingredients to size and preparing sauces and garnishes.
- Maintained cleanliness and order of kitchen prep areas and appliances as well as convenient organization of ingredients.
- Wrapped, dated, and stored food in refrigerators under standardized temperature for future uses.
- Prepped ingredients ahead of time to increase cooking and service speed.
- Followed recipes and instructions to achieve quality and presentation standards.
- Prepared and cooked quality meals in high-volume, fast-paced service environments.
Kitchen Hand/Cook
BonJouk Cafe
10.2015 - 11.2017
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
- Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies.
- Supported chefs in food preparation tasks such as chopping ingredients, peeling vegetables, and marinating meats.
- Streamlined kitchen operations by efficiently handling multiple responsibilities simultaneously under pressure.
- Reduced waste by effectively managing inventory levels and rotating stock to maintain freshness.
- Assisted with meal presentation, garnishing dishes, and arranging serving platters to create an appealing visual display.
- Contributed to a positive team atmosphere through effective communication with colleagues and supervisors.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Removed trash and cleaned kitchen garbage containers.
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
- Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
Kitchen Hand
Meals On Menzies
01.2012 - 04.2015
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
- Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies.
- Supported chefs in food preparation tasks such as chopping ingredients, peeling vegetables, and marinating meats.
- Streamlined kitchen operations by efficiently handling multiple responsibilities simultaneously under pressure.
- Reduced waste by effectively managing inventory levels and rotating stock to maintain freshness.
- Assisted with meal presentation, garnishing dishes, and arranging serving platters to create an appealing visual display.
- Contributed to a positive team atmosphere through effective communication with colleagues and supervisors.
- Increased productivity within the kitchen through proactive identification of process improvements and implementing changes where needed.
- Maintained proper food storage procedures to preserve ingredient freshness while minimizing risks of contamination or spoilage.
- Assisted chefs in menu planning processes through providing input on seasonal ingredients availability or cost-effective options for dish creation.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Removed trash and cleaned kitchen garbage containers.
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
- Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
- Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
Education
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
Careers Australia
Melbourne, VIC10.2012
Certificate II - Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling
Pow Wow Australia
Melbourne, VIC11.2011
Skills
- Recipe Development
- Food Spoilage Prevention
- Quality Assurance
- Chef Support
- Production Line Management
- Menu Supervision
- Kitchen safety
- Allergen awareness
- Customer service
- Food presentation
- Ingredient sourcing
- Sanitation practices
- Food preparation
- Attention to detail
- Food waste reduction
- Food handling
- Equipment maintenance
- Food storage
- Menu planning
- Quality control
- Ingredient Preparation
- Quality Assessment
- Temperature Monitoring
- Kitchen Station Restocking
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Food Production
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Chef Assistant/Manager
Knox Gateway Cafe
02.2018 - 10.2023
Kitchen Hand/Cook
BonJouk Cafe
10.2015 - 11.2017
Kitchen Hand
Meals On Menzies
01.2012 - 04.2015
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
Careers Australia
Certificate II - Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling
Pow Wow Australia
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