NEHA RANI
Midland,WA
Summary
Service-oriented , well-versed in dining, kitchen and cleanliness standards. Quality-focused professional with experience in restaurant operations. Collaborative team leader with comprehensive background of equitable supervision.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Chicken Rice Corner
06.2023 - Current
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Continually improved kitchen safety by enforcing strict hygiene protocols and staff training on equipment usage.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
Chef
MAHARAJA INDIAN RESTAURANT
02.2020 - 06.2023
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
- Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Adapted menus seasonally, incorporating fresh produce to create visually appealing and flavorful dishes.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization in kitchen, passing all health inspections with excellent ratings.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
Floor Staff Member
Sunset Cafe
09.2019 - 01.2020
- Kept server areas clean and stocked during service hours to increase efficiency while serving tables.
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials, took drink orders and built immediate positive connections with guests.
- Prepared beverages and filled food orders for customers.
- Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness, sending back to be washed again when necessary.
Kitchen Hand
Green Olive Restautant
07.2019 - 09.2019
- Sanitized all pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
- Kept supplies in sufficient stock by assessing inventory levels and reporting lower stock items.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Compiled recipe ingredients and prepared for cooks by washing, cutting or measuring food items.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas throughout hours of operation and at close of business.
Education
Bachelors of Physics -
Guru Nanak Dev University
PUNJAB, INDIA2 2017
YEAR 12 -
SECONDARY SCHOOL
PUNJAB, INDIA3 2013
Advance Diploma Of Hospitality Management -
Global College Australasia
Wellington Street East Perth WA05.2023
Diploma Hospitality Management/commercial Cooking -
MACALLAN COLLEGE
PERTH03.2022
Skills
- Communication skills
- Tableside service
- Upselling techniques
- Menu presentation
- Stocking and replenishing
- Food safety measures
- Proficient vision
- Proficient hearing
Additional Information
References:
Aaron ( chicken rice corner)
Contact no : 0488988183
Malkeet Singh ( Maharaja Indian Restaurant)
Contact no : 0423922456
Romy (Owner Green olive, Kardinya)
Contact No. 0432390199
Rinki Jaswal and Deepak Sharma
(Manager sunset cafe and bisto)
Contact no. 0411484050, 0409232520
Timeline
Chef
Chicken Rice Corner
06.2023 - Current
Chef
MAHARAJA INDIAN RESTAURANT
02.2020 - 06.2023
Floor Staff Member
Sunset Cafe
09.2019 - 01.2020
Kitchen Hand
Green Olive Restautant
07.2019 - 09.2019
YEAR 12 -
SECONDARY SCHOOL
Bachelors of Physics -
Guru Nanak Dev University
Advance Diploma Of Hospitality Management -
Global College Australasia
Diploma Hospitality Management/commercial Cooking -
MACALLAN COLLEGE
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