Nirdesh Chamlagain
Franklin,ACT
Summary
Forward-thinking professional offering more than two 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 culinary skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Fricken Fried Chicken
11.2022 - Current
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Chef
Vikings Group
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations.
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
Cook
Dumpling Social
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
- Continuously updated personal knowledge about ingredient trends, nutritional demands/preferences resulting in well-informed adjustments to recipes.
- Collaborated with the management team to develop new menu items based on customer feedback and preferences.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Education
Cert IV in Commercial Cookery and Diploma in Hospitality - Hospitality
MID CITY PTY LTD
Canberra, ACT03.2024
Skills
- Time management and organization
- Food safety and sanitation
- Food quality
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Verbal and written communication
- Allergen awareness
- Food plating and presentation
- Banquets and catering
Roles And Responsibilities
- Leading kitchen operations and managing staff.
- Creating and executing menus.
- Ensuring food quality and safety.
- Ordering and managing inventory.
Personal Information
Title: Chef
References
- Dumpling Social, Head Chef, Eason, 0413268694
- Vikings Group, People and Cultural Advisor, Kala Jones, 02 6121 2100
- Fricken Fried Chicken, Head Chef, Nabin Adhikari, 0414788421
Timeline
Chef
Vikings Group
03.2023 - 09.2023
Chef
Fricken Fried Chicken
11.2022 - Current
Cook
Dumpling Social
05.2022 - 06.2023
Cert IV in Commercial Cookery and Diploma in Hospitality - Hospitality
MID CITY PTY LTD
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