Nikesh Maharjan
Auburn,NSW
Summary
Hardworking Kitchen Assistant and cook in take away shop. Well-versed in food preparation techniques and inventory management to maintain consistant stock of needed supplies. Shoulders multiple kitchen tasks in support of cooks and servers. Thrives in busy environments. Well-organized kitchen assistance, great skills in organizing ingredients, minimizing waste, and sanitizing kitchen surfaces. Motivated team player with history of working with little oversight to optimize performance. Responsible kitchen and offering proven skills. Maintaining clean kitchens and promoting customer satisfaction through exceptional service. Dedicated to completing fast-paced work and properly handling food. Service-driven team player. Good at connecting with people resulting in repeat customers.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
Chicken Licious Dine in and Takeaway Shop
02.2024 - Current
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction
- Operated standard kitchen equipment with focus on safety and sanitation
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity
- Accepted opportunities to learn new skills, improve performance and cross-train for other positions
- Promoted accident prevention through proper and acceptable levels of sanitation and cleanliness of the kitchen
- Followed company safety and security policies and procedures when reporting maintenance needs and unsafe work conditions.
- Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
Cook and Kitchen Assistant
The kebab shop
12.2022 - 01.2024
- Assisted in developing new recipes or modifying existing ones for better taste or efficiency.
- Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Interacted with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
- Prepared and served meals by reviewing recipes and combining and cooking ingredients.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
- Checked quality of ingredients before use in order to ensure freshness.
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
Education
High School - Business Study
DAV College
Nepal 04-2012
Certificate IV in Kitchen Management - Kitchen Management
Rockford College
Sydney12-2025
Skills
- Customer service
- Ingredient Management
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- High-Volume Dining
- Safe Food Handling
- Food Preparation Mastery
- Dishwashing
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Kitchen Staff Coordination
- Food Storage Protocol
- Food Safety
- Supply Restocking
- Sauce Preparation
- Food Preparation
- Pantry Restocking
- Kitchen Organization
- Surface Cleaning
- Positive Attitude
- Dedicated Work Ethic
- Equipment Cleaning
- Trash Collection
- Team Collaboration
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Workplace Health and Safety
- Heavy Lifting
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Safe Chemical Handling
- Punctual and Reliable
Certification
Diploma in Cookery.
Languages
Nepali
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Cook
Chicken Licious Dine in and Takeaway Shop
02.2024 - Current
Cook and Kitchen Assistant
The kebab shop
12.2022 - 01.2024
Diploma in Cookery.
High School - Business Study
DAV College
Certificate IV in Kitchen Management - Kitchen Management
Rockford College
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