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Nikesh Parajuli

East Malvern,VIC

Summary

Forward-thinking professional offering more than four years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Excellent and proven Chef skills. High-performing individual with solid background in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef

EFOODZ
01.2022 - Current
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
  • 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.
  • Mentored junior chefs in culinary techniques, fostering a collaborative and learning-focused work environment.
  • Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
  • Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.

Commis Chef

Hotel Nixon
05.2021 - 11.2021
  • 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.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
  • Supported timely service by preparing ingredients for multiple dishes simultaneously, ensuring all components were ready for plating.
  • Seasoned and marinated cuts of meat, poultry and fish.
  • Developed strong multitasking abilities by managing multiple cooking stations during peak hours, ensuring consistent quality output.
  • Rotated through all prep stations to learn different techniques.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to established safety protocols and promptly addressing potential hazards as they arose.
  • Mastered a variety of cooking equipment, including ovens, grills, and fryers, to produce diverse menu items with consistent quality.
  • Worked with chef de partie to learn storage locations of fresh ingredients for daily use by station staff.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with vendors to ensure steady supply of fresh ingredients at competitive prices without compromising quality standards.

Chef

Melbourne Central Lion
01.2020 - 08.2021
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
  • Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
  • Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
  • Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
  • Upheld stringent food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant health department guidelines.

Education

Certificate III - Commercial Cookery

Glen Institute
Melbourne, VIC

Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery

Glen Institute
Melbourne, VIC

Skills

  • Food safety and sanitation
  • Knife Skills
  • Cooking techniques
  • Food quality
  • Meal Preparation
  • Kitchen Management
  • Effective Communications
  • Kitchen Operations
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Sauce preparation
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Allergen awareness

Timeline

Chef

EFOODZ
01.2022 - Current

Commis Chef

Hotel Nixon
05.2021 - 11.2021

Chef

Melbourne Central Lion
01.2020 - 08.2021

Certificate III - Commercial Cookery

Glen Institute

Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery

Glen Institute

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