Monique Cushway
Merewether,NSW
Summary
Ambitious and driven professional passionate about excellence and creativity in the workplace, currently pursuing a certificate in retail bakery to enhance culinary skills. Dedicated to continuous personal and professional growth, with a strong focus on building a successful career in the culinary arts. Eager to contribute innovative ideas and a dedicated work ethic to dynamic teams while actively seeking opportunities to expand expertise both on and off the job. Committed to delivering exceptional results and fostering a collaborative environment that encourages creativity and innovation.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Third Year Apprentice Pastry Chef
Euro patisserie
05.2023 - Current
- Mixed icing and other toppings by reading recipes, scaling, and measuring ingredients and operating mixer.
- Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
- Monitored quality of ingredients used in recipes to maintain consistency and safety standards.
- Replenished and rotated food items, following correct food cooling and storage procedures.
Apprentice Chef
EXP Restaurant/ fawks food and bakery
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Set up food stations by following chef's orders.
- Operated commercial cooking and baking equipment in support of head chef.
- Observed different kitchen chefs' preparation of sauces, breads, and other items to gain knowledge in diverse cooking and baking techniques.
- Signed for deliveries, checked items into inventory and stocked goods into proper locations.
- Prepped daily menu items to quickly deliver upon request.
apprentice chef
Hanbury 58 food collective
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
apprentice chef
Honeysuckle social
11.2021 - 09.2022
- Understood cooking techniques and fundamentals to maximize safe food handling.
- Learned how to prepare menu items according to precise recipes, cooking procedures and methodologies.
- Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils.
all-rounder/barista
Jack and co food store
04.2021 - 10.2021
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
- Made and served brand-specific café beverages with focus on speed, quality and consistency.
- Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments.
apprentice chef
Seasons at souths mereweather
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Prepared cooking ingredients for chef.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
- Monitored food temperature, discarding items not stored correctly.
front of house all-rounder/McCafé
McDonalds
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Education
Certificate Three in Retail Bakery
Hamilton Tafe
Hamilton, NSW08.2025
Certificate Three Commercial Cookery
Tafe Nsw Ultimo
06.2021
Barista Certificate
Cbd College
Sydney, NSW01.2019
St Clares High School
Taree, NSW01.2018
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Knife skills
- Proactive
- Basic barista
- Eagerness to learn
- Agile thinker
Certification
- certificate three in commercial cookery (non-trade)
- RSA
- Basic barista certificate
Timeline
Third Year Apprentice Pastry Chef
Euro patisserie
05.2023 - Current
Apprentice Chef
EXP Restaurant/ fawks food and bakery
12.2022 - 05.2023
apprentice chef
Hanbury 58 food collective
10.2022 - 12.2022
apprentice chef
Honeysuckle social
11.2021 - 09.2022
all-rounder/barista
Jack and co food store
04.2021 - 10.2021
apprentice chef
Seasons at souths mereweather
09.2020 - 05.2021
front of house all-rounder/McCafé
McDonalds
01.2016 - 01.2020
Certificate Three in Retail Bakery
Hamilton Tafe
Certificate Three Commercial Cookery
Tafe Nsw Ultimo
Barista Certificate
Cbd College
St Clares High School
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