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Nabin Dhami

Penshurst,Australia

Summary

Culinary professional with strong background in high-pressure kitchen environments. Expertise in menu development, ingredient sourcing, and maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation. Known for fostering collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and consistently achieving desired results. Skilled in team leadership, inventory management, and culinary innovation.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef

Kingston Hotel
08.2025 - Current
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.

Chef De Partie

Iron Duke Hotel
04.2025 - 08.2025
  • Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Prepared items for roasting, sautéing, frying, and baking.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization, ensuring a safe and efficient workspace.

Casual Chef

El Topo Cantina
08.2022 - 04.2025
  • Led kitchen brigade, boosting efficiency.
  • Supervised junior chefs, enhancing team skillset.
  • Ensured compliance with all health regulations.
  • Managed inventory, cutting waste costs.
  • Reduced waste costs through effective inventory management.

Chef de Partie

Edes Restaurant and Bar
01.2024 - 10.2024
  • Preparing and cooking select dishes that were up to company standard.
  • Maintaining kitchen hygiene according to FSANZ standards.
  • Led kitchen operations when supervisor is not available.

Sous Chef

Alegrías Spanish Tapas
12.2021 - 12.2023
  • Maintained impeccable kitchen hygiene, earning top health inspection scores.
  • Optimized inventory usage, significantly reducing waste costs.
  • Coordinated with suppliers, securing high-quality ingredients at competitive prices.
  • Excelled under high-pressure situations, consistently meeting service deadlines.
  • Effectively managed kitchen operations in the head chef's absence.

Commis Chef

Hello Auntie
08.2019 - 12.2021
  • Ensured optimal kitchen cleanliness and safety.
  • Enhanced flavor profiles for daily specials.
  • Collaborated seamlessly with head chefs and team.
  • Improved flavor profiles for daily specials.

Car Wash Attendant

R & HK Enterprises Pty Ltd
04.2018 - 08.2019
  • Built and maintained a loyal customer base through initiative.
  • Trained team members, improving overall service quality.
  • Surpassed daily car wash targets consistently and effortlessly.

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, Diploma - Commercial Cookery, Hospitality Management

Australian International College
Darlinghurst, NSW
11-2022

Advanced Diploma - IT

International Institute of Business And Information Technology (IIBIT)
Sydney, NSW
04-2020

Skills

  • Basic Cooking Techniques
  • Sanitation Procedures
  • Sous Vide Cooking
  • Food Preparation

  • Stock Rotation
  • Poaching
  • Knife Skills

LANGUAGE

English

Timeline

Chef

Kingston Hotel
08.2025 - Current

Chef De Partie

Iron Duke Hotel
04.2025 - 08.2025

Chef de Partie

Edes Restaurant and Bar
01.2024 - 10.2024

Casual Chef

El Topo Cantina
08.2022 - 04.2025

Sous Chef

Alegrías Spanish Tapas
12.2021 - 12.2023

Commis Chef

Hello Auntie
08.2019 - 12.2021

Car Wash Attendant

R & HK Enterprises Pty Ltd
04.2018 - 08.2019

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, Diploma - Commercial Cookery, Hospitality Management

Australian International College

Advanced Diploma - IT

International Institute of Business And Information Technology (IIBIT)

DRIVING LICENSE

Driving license category FULL(C)
Nabin Dhami