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Neelam Kairon

GOLD COAST

Summary

Collaborative individual trained and ready to succeed in high-volume food environments. Offering exemplary stock rotation and inventory oversight skills. Ready to master new challenges in the role of Commis Chef.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef De Partie

Surfers Pavilion
12.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep work and implementing time-saving techniques.
  • Reduced food waste by carefully monitoring inventory levels and adjusting orders accordingly.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization, ensuring a safe and efficient workspace.
  • Ensured consistent dish quality by closely adhering to recipe guidelines and presentation standards.
  • Managed inventory efficiently, rotating stock to ensure freshness while minimizing spoilage or waste.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations by implementing effective standard operating procedures that increased overall productivity and consistency in dish preparation.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.

Commis Chef

Surfer Paradise Beergarden
01.2022 - 11.2023
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Prepped daily menu items to quickly deliver upon request.
  • Observed different kitchen chefs' preparation of sauces, breads, and other items to gain knowledge in diverse cooking and baking techniques.
  • Assisted with menu development and planning.
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
  • Seasoned and marinated cuts of meat, poultry and fish.
  • Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
  • Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
  • Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.

Prep Cook

TACO BELL
02.2020 - 01.2022
  • Maintained sanitation of kitchen, walk-in refrigerators, and freezers
  • Inspected premises to ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations
  • Memorized and utilized serving portion sizes and all basic meal prep procedures
  • Prepared components of each dish on menu using recipes
  • Set up and stocked stations with all necessary supplies.

Cook

Carl's Jr
06.2019 - 07.2020
  • Washed dishes, pots, and utensils between use for full health code compliance
  • Operated kitchen equipment and tools to prepare delicious, quality food for guests
  • Cleaned workstations, storage areas, and kitchen equipment regularly to minimize contamination and illness risks
  • Created food orders such as salads, sandwiches, and sliced meat and cheese to exact customer specifications
  • Prepped and cut vegetables and meat for use in entrees.

COOK

BROTHERS BAKERY
01.2016 - 08.2018
  • Decorated cakes and prepared products to meet customer requirements
  • Loaded or unloaded product from trays and hoppers
  • Cooked food products following established instructions for the preparation of particular menu items
  • Cooked items to correct temperatures to minimize risk of food-borne illness.

Education

DIPLOMA OF HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT - Hospitality

SERO INSTITUTE
Gold Coast, QLD
11.2021

Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery

SERO INSTITUTE
Gold Coast, QLD
02.2020

DIPLOMA OF COOKING - COOKING

ALL INDIA COUNCIL FOR VOCATIONAL & PARAMEDICAL SCI
RATIA, HARAYANA (INDIA)
02.2017

Skills

  • Train Staff
  • Kitchen Assistance
  • Work Area Maintenance
  • High-Volume Environments
  • Verify Food Quality
  • Station Preparation
  • Kitchen Operations
  • Meal Preparation
  • Recipe Development
  • Safe Work Practices
  • Staff Supervision and Coordination

VOCATIONAL TRANING

WORK PLACEMENT NAME :  QT, GOLD COAST

WORK PLACEMENT ADD.   :  7 STAGHORN AVE, SURFER PARADISE, QLD 4217

WORK PLACEMENT START DATE   : 06-11-2019

WORKPLACEMENT END DATE        : 27-02-2020

REFERENCE

NICOLE MOFFATT-0447048551

Vocatinal Placement Manager ( Sero Institute, Southport)


RAJ WANDER - 0450640301

GM Taco Bell, Robina

AMIT-0450518442 Chef at QT, Gold Coast

Richard harris - 0458410520 Executive chef, surfer pavilion




Timeline

Chef De Partie

Surfers Pavilion
12.2023 - Current

Commis Chef

Surfer Paradise Beergarden
01.2022 - 11.2023

Prep Cook

TACO BELL
02.2020 - 01.2022

Cook

Carl's Jr
06.2019 - 07.2020

COOK

BROTHERS BAKERY
01.2016 - 08.2018

DIPLOMA OF HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT - Hospitality

SERO INSTITUTE

Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery

SERO INSTITUTE

DIPLOMA OF COOKING - COOKING

ALL INDIA COUNCIL FOR VOCATIONAL & PARAMEDICAL SCI

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