Md Ziaul Haque
Southport,QLD
Summary
My name is Zia. I'm a forward-thinking professional offering more than 10 years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. I am skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. I have excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. I am talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Vatra
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Prepared Breakfast, Italian Dishes (spaghetti, fettuccini, penne etc), Parmigiana, Eye-fillet, Prawns, Octopus, Napoletana sauce, Bolognese, Chicken Basquaise (French) and Seafood etc.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
Chef
The Coffee Club
06.2020 - 07.2022
- Prepared Breakfast, Lunch and Seasonal dishes.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
Chef & Kitchen Manager
Big Daddy's Burger Bar
07.2016 - 01.2020
- Prepared Breakfast, Various Burgers, Mexican & American dishes including ribs and wings, Salads and Pasta.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Chef
Memphis Wings
07.2015 - 06.2016
- Prepared Breakfast, Chili Concarn, Nachos, Tacos, Fajitas, Quesadillas, Pork & Beef ribs, Chicken Wings, Burgers, Salads, Pizzas etc.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
Salad Maker
Midnight Pizza And Cafe
06.2013 - 06.2015
- Prepared Salad Dressing, Greek Salad, Italian Salad, Chicken Salad, Garden Salad, Octopus Salad.
- Kept kitchen, counter and dining areas cleaned and sanitized.
- Prepared recipe ingredients by washing, peeling, cutting, and measuring.
- Properly labeled and stored food and fresh ingredients in cooler or freezer to optimize freshness.
Education
Diploma - Hospitality Management
St Peters International College
Southport, QLD04.2022
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
St Peters International College
Southport, QLD06.2021
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
St Peters International College
Southport, QLD01.2021
Skills
- Food Preparation and Safety
- Crew Training
- Portion Sizes
- Steady Food Flows
- Equipment Maintenance
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Head Chef Collaboration
- Sanitization Protocols
- Kitchen Organization
- Stock Rotation
- Cooking Method Accuracy
- Waste Control
Languages
English
Full Professional
Bengali
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Full Professional
Urdu
Limited Working
Timeline
Chef
Vatra
06.2022 - 06.2023
Chef
The Coffee Club
06.2020 - 07.2022
Chef & Kitchen Manager
Big Daddy's Burger Bar
07.2016 - 01.2020
Chef
Memphis Wings
07.2015 - 06.2016
Salad Maker
Midnight Pizza And Cafe
06.2013 - 06.2015
Diploma - Hospitality Management
St Peters International College
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
St Peters International College
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
St Peters International College
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