Pankaj Banjara
Hornsby,New South Wales
Summary
Experienced and energetic young Chef with demonstrated proficiency in kitchen management and customer service. Bringing culinary expertise, excellent knife skills, and unmatched menu planning. Committed to food safety and sanitation best practices. Industrious ability with a strong background in managing supplies and Labor costs to meet financial targets. Train and mentor employees effectively for consistent operations. Dedicated to customer satisfaction and skilled in team leadership.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
karoo and co
Wahroonga
02.2022 - Current
CHEF
karoo and co
Wahroonga
06.2018 - Current
- Selected and developed recipes and planned menus, driving consistent food quality and production.
- Collaborated with restaurant management to align kitchen operations with goals of establishment.
- Delegated tasks and supervised kitchen staff to optimize food preparation, presentation and safety.
- Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
- Assigned specific duties to employees to maintain productive operation of kitchen and food service.
- Developed standard recipes and techniques for food preparation and presentation, promoting consistently high-quality food items.
- Supervised specialty dish preparation to satisfy customer requests and cater to various dietary needs.
- Inspected freezers and refrigerators prior to each shift to check temperature levels and verify proper functionality.
- Exercised portion control for items served, eliminating waste.
Chef
karoo and co
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Southerncross University
02-2022
Central Board of Secondary Education - Science
Mes Raja Residental School
Kerala,India 05-2016
Skills
- Meal Preparation
- Menu development
- Purchasing
- Business Management
- Vendor Relations
- Dish preparation
- Kitchen Operations
Certification
- CERT IV in Commercial Cookery (SIT40516)
- Diploma in Hospitality Managament (SIT50422)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Chef
karoo and co
02.2022 - Current
CHEF
karoo and co
06.2018 - Current
Chef
karoo and co
Bachelor of Science -
Southerncross University
Central Board of Secondary Education - Science
Mes Raja Residental School
- CERT IV in Commercial Cookery (SIT40516)
- Diploma in Hospitality Managament (SIT50422)
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