Neeraj Kumar
Parafield Gardens,SA
Summary
Proven Sous Chef with a track record of enhancing kitchen operations at Schnithouse O'halloran Hill through effective team leadership and inventory management. Excelled in creating unique daily specials, driving repeat business, and ensuring food safety, demonstrating both hard and soft skills. Achieved significant cost savings by reducing food waste.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Chef
Schnithouse O'halloran Hill
04.2023 - Current
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Ensured optimal food quality and safety, rigorously adhering to health and sanitation guidelines.
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
Commis Chef
Priya Indian Cuisine
04.2021 - 12.2021
- Enhanced culinary skills by assisting in the preparation of various dishes under the guidance of experienced chefs.
- Contributed to a well-organized and efficient kitchen by maintaining clean workstations and following sanitation guidelines.
- Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Education
Diploma - Hospitality Managment
Australian College of Trade
Thornbury, VIC12.2022
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Australian College of Trade
Thornbury, VIC06.2022
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
Australian College of Trade
Thornbury, VIC11.2021
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Kitchen leadership
- Food Safety
- Inventory Management
- Menu Planning
- Safe Food Handling
Certification
- HACCP Certification (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) - International HACCP Alliance.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sous Chef
Schnithouse O'halloran Hill
04.2023 - Current
Commis Chef
Priya Indian Cuisine
04.2021 - 12.2021
Diploma - Hospitality Managment
Australian College of Trade
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Australian College of Trade
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
Australian College of Trade
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