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Michal  Siudeja

Michal Siudeja

Sydney

Summary

For the last five years I worked as Head Chef for Pure Hospitality Group across multiple venues in Sydney. The operational needs and expectations were different for each venue, from intimate cafe and restaurant setting, to bustling corporate lobby cafes and catering operations in Barangaroo servicing 2000 staff daily.

My role included seasonal menu creations for a la carte service, custom menu creation for a variety of both, high-profile and intimate events. I also mentored diverse kitchen teams, helping experienced chefs grow into leading the kitchen.

As my side and creative job, I worked as a Head Chef for Farmed Table run by Brendan Cato, which run high-end private events in Sydney and South Coast. We specialise in seasonal, fresh produce and natural organic wines delivering exceptional menus for our clients.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Chef, Head Chef

The Farmed Table
05.2017 - Current


  • Catered for boutique pop up events.
  • Responsible for preparation upscale dinner parties for up to 80 guests in private top-end residences.
  • Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
  • Creating menus to align with fresh seasonal produce.
  • Budgeted and sourced ingredients ensuring cos efficiency and high quality.


Executive Head Chef

Pure Social Engerprises Hospitality Group
04.2017 - 04.2022
  • Enhanced guest satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, innovative dishes.
  • Collaborated with the front-of-house team to ensure seamless service and memorable experiences for guests.
  • Developed seasonal menus that showcased fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
  • Mentored junior chefs, providing guidance on culinary techniques and professional development.

Chef

Rockpool Group run by Neil Perry
10.2016 - 04.2017
  • Assisted with menu development and planning.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
  • Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.

Sous Chef

Applejack Hospitality Run by Kasper Christensen
10.2015 - 10.2016
  • Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.

Head Chef

Seoul Restaurant, Elan Hotel
01.2013 - 09.2015


  • Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.

Chef Manager

Harbour & Jones
03.2010 - 05.2012
  • Running in-house kitchen in a private investment bank in the heart of City of London.
  • Successfully balanced diverse responsibilities including menu design, staff training, budget management, and event coordination.
  • Introduced creative specials that catered to customer preferences, contributing to an increase in repeat business.

Education

Diploma of Professional Cookery -

Westminster Kingsway College

Skills

  • Team management
  • Budgeting and cost control
  • International cuisine
  • Culinary expertise
  • Food presentation
  • Event catering
  • Ingredient sourcing
  • Menu planning

Languages

English
Advanced
C1

Timeline

Private Chef, Head Chef

The Farmed Table
05.2017 - Current

Executive Head Chef

Pure Social Engerprises Hospitality Group
04.2017 - 04.2022

Chef

Rockpool Group run by Neil Perry
10.2016 - 04.2017

Sous Chef

Applejack Hospitality Run by Kasper Christensen
10.2015 - 10.2016

Head Chef

Seoul Restaurant, Elan Hotel
01.2013 - 09.2015

Chef Manager

Harbour & Jones
03.2010 - 05.2012

Diploma of Professional Cookery -

Westminster Kingsway College
Michal Siudeja