Pinkiben Patel
Caloundra
Summary
Ambitious Kitchen Manager with proven track record of creating successful food service operations, managing staff and increasing profits. Extensive experience in menu design, ordering supplies and creating innovative solutions to food service challenges. Well-versed in hospitality standards and natural knack for building relationships with customers.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Coffee Club Cafe
2022.08 - Current
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing staff scheduling.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Streamlined kitchen operations through regular equipment maintenance checks, minimizing downtime due to malfunctions or repairs.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for direct reports to help identify areas for improvement as well as recognizing successes and contributions.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Consistently met or exceeded local health department inspection requirements through diligent adherence to safety protocols and maintaining thorough documentation records.
- Developed creative daily specials using seasonal ingredients, incorporating fresh flavors into the menu rotation while minimizing costs associated with excess inventory stockpiling.
Chef
Jamaica Blue
2017.05 - 2022.07
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Developed innovative recipes, attracting new clientele and increasing overall sales.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Achieved cost reduction targets by negotiating with suppliers for better pricing on key ingredients.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
Chef
Oak Room Cafe
2016.02 - 2017.04
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
Education
Certificate III & Certificate IV - Hospitality
The Imperial College of Australia
213 Hoddle St., Abbotsford VIC 3067Skills
- Calendar and Scheduling Software
- Employee Performance Evaluations
- Sales Projections
- Anticipating Problems
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Kitchen staff coordination
- Productivity Improvement
- Menu development
- Problem-Solving
- High-volume dining
- Food Preparation
- Strategic Planning
- Multitasking and Organization
- Shift Scheduling
- Inventory Management
Hobbies
I like to experiment in and invent custom taste and recipe in my leisure time.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Notes
I am looking for sponsorship and willing to work 2-3 years.
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Coffee Club Cafe
2022.08 - Current
Chef
Jamaica Blue
2017.05 - 2022.07
Chef
Oak Room Cafe
2016.02 - 2017.04
Certificate III & Certificate IV - Hospitality
The Imperial College of Australia
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