NIWANTHIKA MAPALAGAMA
Pakenham
Summary
Innovative professional with well – rounded food background and extensive knowledge of kitchen equipment. High – energy leader emphasizing healthy dishes made with local ingredients. Creatively builds exiting meals to satisfy discerning customers.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
Cardinia Club
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Streamlined kitchen operations, reducing prep time and enhancing efficiency
- Introduced new cooking techniques, elevating dish presentation and customer satisfaction
- Working in Pans, Fryer, Larder and Pass
- Prepared ingredients for cooking to ensure efficient kitchen operations
Commis Chef
Baxter Tavern & Motel
12.2023 - 10.2024
- Preparing ingredients, including chopping, marinating, and cooking various dishes
- Pioneered new menu items, enhancing culinary offerings
- Led kitchen team in developing creative dishes, boosting customer satisfaction and restaurant reputation
- Assisting the head chef on the pass to ensure quality and consistency
Line Cook
The Sporting Globe Bar & Grill, Fountain Gate
10.2022 - 12.2023
- Assisting Sous Chef to ensure quality and consistency
- Responsible to work in Larder section
- Preparing dishes to meet special dietary requirements
- Preparing of appetizers and salads
- Receiving and Storing stock accordingly
Education
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Queen College of Vocational Education
03-2023
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
01.2021
Skills
- Knife Skills
- Cooking Techniques
- Meal Preparation
- Cleanliness and sanitation
- Menu Planning
- Food presentation
- Attention to detail
- Effective communications
- Team collaboration
Certification
2024 Positive Skill Assessment as Chef -351311 & Cook -351411
Timeline
Chef
Cardinia Club
10.2024 - 01.2025
Commis Chef
Baxter Tavern & Motel
12.2023 - 10.2024
Line Cook
The Sporting Globe Bar & Grill, Fountain Gate
10.2022 - 12.2023
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Queen College of Vocational Education
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