Neluka Santhush Randunu Pathirannehelage
Melbourne
Summary
I worked for about 5 months in a cafe in Bewrick that was my first experience inside a kitchen. I worked as an assistant cook I did preparation and cleaning work after the shift, the preparation of the dishes and preparing some sauces, sandwiches and salad
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef Assistant
La baguette
Melbourne
11.2024 - 10.2025
- Checked freshness of food products prior to use.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Communicated with wait staff regarding special orders or dietary restrictions.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
- Sliced fruit and vegetables for various menu items and stored for later use in crisper.
- Prepared salads, sandwiches, appetizers, and other menu items as instructed by Chef.
- Assisted Chef in preparing ingredients for various dishes.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen equipment, appliances, and utensils.
- Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to FIFO principles.
- Garnished plates with edible decorations before serving meals.
- Restocked cupboards, refrigerators and service stations with new food items or supplies.
- Organized prep list and coordinated efficient work to be ready for fast-paced banquet cooking operations.
- Prepared and cooked food under head chef's direction, following recipes and cooking instructions.
- Cut or sliced meat, poultry and seafood to prepare for cooking.
- Cleaned and sanitized utensils, dishes or silverware.
- Rotated stock on shelves to maintain product freshness.
- Responded quickly to requests from customers or colleagues.
- Prepared salads and meats according to recipes, chopping, and storing items for later use.
- Followed recipes to prepare sauces, soups, entrees, desserts, and other food items.
Education
Commercial Cookery
Hilton Academy
Melbourne Skills
- Food preparation
- Kitchen sanitation
- Menu item garnishing
- Vegetable and fruit preparation
- Sauce preparation
- Maintain food safety
- Food waste reduction
- Salad creation
Languages
Italian
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Certification
- Certificate III in commercial cookery
Timeline
Chef Assistant
La baguette
11.2024 - 10.2025
Commercial Cookery
Hilton Academy