Nawine Phok
West Hoxton,NSW
Summary
Skilled Head Chef with a proven track record at Flour Box Bakery, excelling in kitchen management and team development. Mastered menu design and food safety practices, achieving cost reductions while enhancing dining experiences with innovative recipes. Known for fostering teamwork and ensuring high standards of food safety, consistently receiving commendations for meal quality and variety.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Chef ( Food Truck)
Flour Box Bakery & Catering
05.2023 - Current
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
- Purchase orders to restock items
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
- Ensured timely delivery of all orders during busy services by implementing efficient workstations and streamlined plating processes.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Fostered a positive working environment by promoting teamwork and open communication among all kitchen staff members.
- Maintained strict adherence to health department regulations by enforcing proper food handling practices throughout the kitchen area.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to lower grocery costs.
- Implemented new recipes and modern cooking techniques to continuously improve the menu offerings and overall dining experience for guests.
Childcare Cook
Inspire Church Childcare
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Maintained accurate records of food allergies, ensuring every child was served appropriate meals based on their dietary requirements.
- Ensured a safe environment by maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, adhering to health codes and regulations.
- Educated childcare staff on proper food handling procedures for the prevention of cross-contamination or potential allergens exposure among children in care.
- Streamlined meal preparation processes, resulting in saved time and reduced costs without sacrificing quality or nutrition standards.
- Enhanced children''s meal satisfaction by planning and preparing nutritious and diverse menus.
- Contributed to the overall success of the childcare facility by consistently receiving positive feedback from parents regarding meal quality and variety.
- Planned menus complying with established health guidelines and budget limitations.
Education
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
TAFE NSW
Wetherill Park, NSWSkills
- Food Safety Practices
- Kitchen management
- Team Development
- Menu Design
Languages
Cambodian
Native or Bilingual
Certification
Food Safety Supervisor (2023)
Responsible Service of Alcohol RSA
Timeline
Head Chef ( Food Truck)
Flour Box Bakery & Catering
05.2023 - Current
Childcare Cook
Inspire Church Childcare
10.2021 - 05.2023
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
TAFE NSW
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