Pawan Gusai
Victoria,VIC
Summary
On the basis of my study and experience, I obtained a skilled visa as a chef and got Permanent Residency in Australia.
Compassionate and experienced head chef with 22 years of expertise in leading kitchen operations, menu development, and team management. Skilled in menu planning, dietary modifications, and food safety compliance. Adept at managing diverse teams, streamlining kitchen workflows, and ensuring a top-tier dining experience.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Chef
Curry master chef
Tarneit, VIC
11.2021 - Current
2016-2021
Head Chef at Dosa Hut Tarneit
August 2015–2016
Head Chef at Tonka Restaurant (Modern Indian Restaurant), Melbourne, VIC 3000.
2011-2015
Head Chef at Ganesh Indian Restaurant, Blackburne, Victoria.
2007-2010
Commi I
Crown Plaza, Gurgaon
2005-2007
Commi II
Bristol Hotel (5-star luxury hotel)
2002-2005
Apprenticeship
Taj Mahal Hotel (5-star luxury hotel)
Education
APPRENTICESHIP IN FOOD PRODUCTION DEPARTMERNT - Hospitality
Veer Savarkar Insititute
New DELHI01-2002
Skills
- Expertise in dietary planning
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
- Experience preparing texture-modified and allergy-friendly meals
- Ability to manage kitchen inventory, ordering, and budgeting
- Strong teamwork and communication with caregivers and dietitians
- Familiarity with regulatory meal guidelines for aged-care facilities
- Menu planning and recipe development
- Team leadership and staff training
- Cost control and budgeting
- High-volume kitchen operations
- Inventory and supplier management
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Certification
Police check
First Aid
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual
Marathi
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Second position in Chef competition
- Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering
- Pearl Category Award
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Head Chef
Curry master chef
11.2021 - Current
APPRENTICESHIP IN FOOD PRODUCTION DEPARTMERNT - Hospitality
Veer Savarkar Insititute
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