Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Timeline
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Mehakdeep Ghuman

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Motivated professional with talent for coordinating guest services. Proactive with history of managing multiple tasks in various areas with specialties in conflict resolution, team coordination, and customer support. Highly organized, detail-oriented and thrives in fast-paced, intense environment.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Frontend Supervisor

Woolworths
Geelong West, Vic
11.2022 - Current
  • Maintained accurate records of inventory, sales, and employees.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations of front end personnel.
  • Assisted management team in developing operational strategies that improved overall store performance.
  • Supervised the proper maintenance of all equipment used at the checkout area.
  • Trained new employees in customer service techniques and store policies.

Patient Services Assistant

Barwon Health
North Geelong, VIC
11.2022 - 01.2024
  • Performed administrative duties such as filing records, updating databases and preparing documents.
  • Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life situations or chronic illness diagnosis.
  • Processed incoming referrals for new patients according to established protocols.
  • Prepared examination rooms with necessary instruments and supplies prior to patient visits.
  • Maintained confidentiality of all patient information.

Casual Chef

The Hibo
Bendigo, VIC
09.2022 - 11.2022
  • Planned menus, ordered supplies and managed kitchen staff.
  • Adjusted seasonings of dishes according to customers' tastes.
  • Inspected kitchen equipment for cleanliness and functionality prior to use.
  • Stored foods correctly using correct storage containers and labelling systems.
  • Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.

Full-Time Chef

Kangarooflat Sports club
Bendigo, VIC
04.2021 - 09.2022
  • Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
  • Reviewed operational records to determine amount of food used in order to maintain appropriate inventory levels.
  • 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.
  • Managed daily operations of the kitchen including scheduling shifts for staff.
  • Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service issues.

Full-Time Chef

Casa Diverso
Eaglehawk, VIC
02.2020 - 05.2021
  • Order food for kitchen and Bar
  • Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
  • Created weekly schedules for employees based on projected business volume.
  • Ensured compliance with all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
  • Adhered to budget guidelines when purchasing ingredients and equipment.
  • Organized special events such as banquets or buffets requiring complex menus or decorations.

Retail Assistant

Marvel Stadium
08.2019 - 02.2020
  • Cash handling
  • Portion meals according to food standards
  • Greet customers with smile
  • Customer service
  • Help customers with their requirements
  • Prepare meals like, hot dog, burgers
  • Maintain and check hygiene and cleaning
  • Casual

Chef

Taj On High
03.2019 - 09.2019
  • Prepare gravies, curries and dough
  • Check temperature
  • Stock handling, FIFO
  • Receive and place an order
  • Following procedures in relation to food handling
  • Train and hire new staff
  • Follow dietary requirements

Chef

Vineet’s @ Torquay
Torquay
12.2017 - 02.2019
  • Monitor kitchen facilities and equipment
  • Instruct cooks and other workers in the preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food.
  • Prepare and cook food according to the menu items.
  • Check food quality and portion size.
  • Prepare gravies, sauce and dough.
  • Making breads and choosing right fillings, flavours according to customer’s needs.
  • Hire and trained new staff
  • Stock handling, replenishment and merchandising experience
  • Understanding of sales budgets & KPI's
  • Check and store stock, FIFO
  • Following procedures in relation to food handling, personal, general hygiene, and typical hygiene control in the hospitality industry.

Customer Service and Cash Handling

Preston Market
Preston, VIC
01.2015 - 12.2017
  • Having knowledge about all fruits and vegetable.
  • Filling and maintaining the presentation according to business specified guidelines.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Waitress

Jai Ho Indian Restaurant
Richmond, VIC
02.2015 - 11.2016
  • Guided guests through menus while demonstrating thorough knowledge of the food, beverages and ingredients.
  • Cleaning and setup tables.
  • Cash handling
  • Verify payments from customers.
  • Resolved guest complaints quickly and efficiently.
  • Skilfully promote items or beverages lists and restaurant specials.
  • Resolves problems of guest and ask them to give feedback.

Education

Certificate III - Commercial Cookery

Front Cooking School
Melbourne, VIC

Diploma - Hospitality

Front Cooking School
Melbourne, VIC

Certificate IV - Commercial cookery

Front Cooking School
Melbourne, VIC

Advance Diploma - Hospitality

Front Cooking School
Melbourne, VIC

Skills

  • Customer service excellence
  • Employee training
  • Team leadership
  • Administrative support
  • Communication skills
  • Cash handling expertise
  • Team collaboration
  • Pressure management
  • Complaint resolution
  • Decision making
  • Deadline and target achievement

Certification

  • RSA - William Angliss Institute.
  • Gaming industry license
  • Current Module 1 RSG (Responsible Service of Gaming)
  • Food handling Certificate
  • Working with Children
  • First Aid and CPR

References

  • Al, Wheadon, +61 407 552 013, Kangarooflat sports club
  • Mark, Harley, 0431649454, Head Chef Six Degree Café
  • Anuj, Solanki, 0449149051, Vineet’s@Torquay, Supervisor/Director
  • Harinder Singh, Dhaliwal, 0455896539, Taj On High, Supervisor/Director
  • Yogita, Chugh, 0426641266, The Excelsor AHL Group LTD

Timeline

Frontend Supervisor

Woolworths
11.2022 - Current

Patient Services Assistant

Barwon Health
11.2022 - 01.2024

Casual Chef

The Hibo
09.2022 - 11.2022

Full-Time Chef

Kangarooflat Sports club
04.2021 - 09.2022

Full-Time Chef

Casa Diverso
02.2020 - 05.2021

Retail Assistant

Marvel Stadium
08.2019 - 02.2020

Chef

Taj On High
03.2019 - 09.2019

Chef

Vineet’s @ Torquay
12.2017 - 02.2019

Waitress

Jai Ho Indian Restaurant
02.2015 - 11.2016

Customer Service and Cash Handling

Preston Market
01.2015 - 12.2017

Certificate III - Commercial Cookery

Front Cooking School

Diploma - Hospitality

Front Cooking School

Certificate IV - Commercial cookery

Front Cooking School

Advance Diploma - Hospitality

Front Cooking School
Mehakdeep Ghuman