Nikhil Narayan Shrestha
Alice Springs,Australia
Summary
Dynamic professional transitioning to a new industry, equipped with a strong culinary background and extensive experience in high-pressure, customer-centric environments. Proven ability to learn new systems rapidly and adapt to evolving situations while upholding exceptional performance standards. Skilled in team leadership, operational coordination, and effective communication, fostering collaboration and support among team members. Committed to leveraging these transferable skills to enhance organizational effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Chef De Partie
Doubletree by Hilton
Alice Springs, Australia
05.2024 - Current
- Managed and led the team for almost a year in the absence of the head chef.
- Managed staff roster creation, boosting overall operational efficiency.
- Developed and implemented new menu items.
- Managed inventory levels and ordered supplies to meet kitchen demands.
- Maintained records of food costs and inventory levels for budgeting purposes.
Chef De Partie
Doubletree by Hilton
Alice Springs, Australia
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Assisted in managing kitchen inventory and ordering supplies.
- Trained and supervised junior kitchen staff in cooking techniques.
- Adapted recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences.
Demi-chef
Doubletree by Hilton
Alice Springs, Australia
11.2022 - 07.2023
- Assisted in the daily preparation of meals according to recipes.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations regarding sanitation standards.
- Notified professionals in advance of supply needs to prevent inventory shortages.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocked supplies as needed.
Commis Chef
Doubletree by Hilton
Alice Springs, Australia
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Prepared and presented dishes according to hotel standards and guest preferences.
- Checked quality of raw materials before use to ensure freshness.
- Ensured proper storage of food items at correct temperature according to health code standards.
Cook
Doubletree by Hilton
Alice Springs, Australia
11.2021 - 01.2022
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen and food prep areas.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently during food preparation.
- Followed food safety guidelines to ensure high-quality meal production.
Cook grade 1
Hanuman Alice Springs
Alice Springs, Australia
03.2021 - 11.2021
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
F&B Attendant
Mercure Alice Springs Resort
Alice Springs, Australia
07.2020 - 04.2021
- Delivered exceptional customer service to enhance guest dining experiences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining areas and equipment.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal service and guest satisfaction.
Cook
Jump Inn Bar & Restaurant
Alice Springs, Australia
09.2020 - 03.2021
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen and food prep areas.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
F&B attendant, Bartender
Doubletree by Hilton
Alice Springs, Australia
02.2019 - 02.2020
F&B attendant
Hotel Holy Himalaya
, Nepal
04.2017 - 10.2018
Service Trainee
Hotel Royal @ Queens
, Singapore
09.2016 - 03.2017
Education
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Charles Darwin University
Alice Springs11.2021
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
Charles Darwin University
Alice Springs12.2020
Higher Diploma - Hotel Management
Asian Institute of Technology & Management
Kathmandu, Nepal01.2017
High School -
St. Xavier's High School
Kathmandu, Nepal01.2010
Certificate III - Community Services
Charles Darwin University
Alice Springs, NTSkills
- Vendor relations management
- Inventory control
- Recruitment and interviewing
- Staff management
- Culinary techniques
- Training and development
- Kitchen equipment maintenance
- Organizational skills
- Dietary needs awareness
- Purchase order creation
- Kitchen operations management
- Team leadership
- Budgeting and analysis
- Shift scheduling
- Time management
- Team collaboration
Computer And Technical Skills
- MS Office (Word, excel, powerpoint)
- Purchase order management platforms
- Workflow documentation and reporting
- UKG Workforce
References
- Mr. Daniel Nguyen (former executive head chef, DoubleTree by Hilton) - dan.ng@me.com
- Mr. Sijan Humagain (F&B Duty manager, DoubleTree by Hilton)- Phone: 0412929627 email-write2season@gmail.com
Timeline
Senior Chef De Partie
Doubletree by Hilton
05.2024 - Current
Chef De Partie
Doubletree by Hilton
08.2023 - 04.2024
Demi-chef
Doubletree by Hilton
11.2022 - 07.2023
Commis Chef
Doubletree by Hilton
02.2022 - 10.2022
Cook
Doubletree by Hilton
11.2021 - 01.2022
Cook grade 1
Hanuman Alice Springs
03.2021 - 11.2021
Cook
Jump Inn Bar & Restaurant
09.2020 - 03.2021
F&B Attendant
Mercure Alice Springs Resort
07.2020 - 04.2021
F&B attendant, Bartender
Doubletree by Hilton
02.2019 - 02.2020
F&B attendant
Hotel Holy Himalaya
04.2017 - 10.2018
Service Trainee
Hotel Royal @ Queens
09.2016 - 03.2017
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Charles Darwin University
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
Charles Darwin University
Higher Diploma - Hotel Management
Asian Institute of Technology & Management
High School -
St. Xavier's High School
Certificate III - Community Services
Charles Darwin University