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OSURI WITHANAGE

Beckenham,Australia

Summary

Motivated and detail-oriented Commis Chef with strong hands-on experience in high-volume kitchens, currently employed at the NZ Lounge at Perth Airport. Skilled in food preparation, maintaining hygiene standards, and contributing to team efficiency in fast-paced culinary environments. Holds multiple hospitality qualifications and has worked across hotels, cafés, and lounge settings. Adept at following recipes, supporting senior chefs, and consistently delivering high-quality dishes.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Commis Chef

NZ Lounge, Perth Airport
01.2024 - Current
  • Prepare a variety of hot and cold meals for business-class passengers.
  • Assist in maintaining a high standard of presentation and food safety.
  • Work under strict airline kitchen protocols and timing.
  • Support senior chefs in mise en place and special dietary requests.

Commis Chef

Taprobana Espresso
01.2023 - 2024
  • Involved in all aspects of kitchen operations including breakfast service.
  • Maintain food quality and presentation aligned with brand standards.
  • Work closely with the Head Chef to manage seasonal menus and ordering.

Chef (Breakfast)

Vivo Café
01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Oversaw breakfast service with responsibilities from cooking to plating.
  • Maintained consistent food quality and customer satisfaction.

Apprentice Chef

Ingot Hotel
01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Assisted in food prep and worked in a structured hotel kitchen environment.
  • Learned large-scale cooking, banquet service, and kitchen teamwork.

Apprentice Chef

Waverley Brewhouse
01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Gained hands-on experience in a fast-paced kitchen under supervision.
  • Focused on hygiene, prep, and plating.

Food & Beverage Attendant

Pan Pacific Hotel
01.2022 - 12.2023
  • Delivered professional service in events and dining.
  • Took guest orders, served food/beverages, and resolved guest requests.

Front Office Attendant

Frasers Kings Park
01.2022 - 12.2023
  • Managed check-ins and guest inquiries with professionalism and care.

Night Filler

Woolworths Belmont
01.2022 - 12.2023
  • Replenished stock and maintained store standards overnight.

Education

Diploma of Hospitality Management -

Skills Australia Institute
12.2024

Graduate Diploma of Management - undefined

Skills Australia Institute
12.2024

Certificate IV in Kitchen Management - undefined

Skills Australia Institute
12.2023

Certificate III in Kitchen Management - undefined

Skills Australia Institute
12.2022

Skills

  • Culinary Techniques & Food Prep
  • Kitchen Operations & Stock Control
  • HACCP & Food Safety Compliance
  • Communication & Team Collaboration
  • Time & Stress Management
  • Menu Planning Support
  • Customer Service in F&B Environments

Languages

English
Sinhala

Timeline

Commis Chef

NZ Lounge, Perth Airport
01.2024 - Current

Commis Chef

Taprobana Espresso
01.2023 - 2024

Chef (Breakfast)

Vivo Café
01.2023 - 12.2023

Apprentice Chef

Ingot Hotel
01.2023 - 12.2023

Apprentice Chef

Waverley Brewhouse
01.2023 - 12.2023

Food & Beverage Attendant

Pan Pacific Hotel
01.2022 - 12.2023

Front Office Attendant

Frasers Kings Park
01.2022 - 12.2023

Night Filler

Woolworths Belmont
01.2022 - 12.2023

Graduate Diploma of Management - undefined

Skills Australia Institute

Certificate IV in Kitchen Management - undefined

Skills Australia Institute

Certificate III in Kitchen Management - undefined

Skills Australia Institute

Diploma of Hospitality Management -

Skills Australia Institute
OSURI WITHANAGE