Menuka Aluthge
Cranbourne,VIC
Summary
Experienced in bulk Cooking, Frying and Salad prep Chef with a focus on serving nutritious meals for customers.Proven success in leading kitchen operations, implementing efficient cooking processes, and ensuring high-quality standards.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Opal Aged Care
12.2022 - Current
- Dedicated Chef with expertise in bulk cooking for an aged care facility serving 150 residents.
- Provide catering for care community events.
- Contribute to the creation of the seasonal menu.
- Manage delivery of catering services to support resident’s needs.
- Contribute to the creation of the seasonal menu.
- Maintain clean, organised kitchen, stores, serveries and sculleries.
Frying Chef
Stamford Inn
01.2021 - 11.2022
- Demonstrate proficiency in different frying methods, such as deep frying and pan frying, while maintaining consistency and quality.
- Operate and maintain fryers and other related equipment
- Monitor the cooking process to ensure that food is cooked to perfection, maintaining quality standards and meeting customer expectations.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle high-stress situations.
Prep Cook /Salad
Foxes Den
12.2020 - 08.2021
- Create and develop innovative salad recipes like Soba Noodle Salad, Sweet Potato Salad, Turmeric Roasted Cauliflower Salad, Cleansing Salad etc
- Ensure all vegetables, fruits, and other ingredients are washed, chopped, and prepared according to established guidelines.
- Monitor and maintain inventory levels of salad ingredients, ensuring freshness and quality.
Kitchen Attendant
Arecare Keysborough Aged Care
07.2019 - 08.2020
- Assist with basic food preparation tasks, including chopping, peeling, and portioning ingredients.
- Keep the kitchen area clean and organized by washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
- Support the kitchen team during peak hours by performing tasks as directed by the chef
- Perform general cleaning duties in the kitchen area.
Education
Bachelor of Hospitality Management -
Melbourne Polytechnic
Preston, VIC11.2023
No Degree - Dipolma of Hospitality Management
Melbourne Polytechnic
Preston, VIC12.2020
No Degree - Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery
Melbourne Polytechnic
Preston, VIC07.2019
Skills
- Meal Preparation
- Food Quality
- Knife skills
- Multitasking abilities
Timeline
Chef
Opal Aged Care
12.2022 - Current
Frying Chef
Stamford Inn
01.2021 - 11.2022
Prep Cook /Salad
Foxes Den
12.2020 - 08.2021
Kitchen Attendant
Arecare Keysborough Aged Care
07.2019 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Hospitality Management -
Melbourne Polytechnic
No Degree - Dipolma of Hospitality Management
Melbourne Polytechnic
No Degree - Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery
Melbourne Polytechnic