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Pongpol Puksai

MELBOURNE,VIC
Pongpol Puksai

Summary

High-performing Chef offering 8 years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams.

Overview

6
years of professional experience

Work History

Khao Mai Thai Eatery N Bar

Chef De Partie
04.2022 - 01.2023

Job overview

  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
  • Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.
  • Operated all kitchen equipment safely to prevent injuries.

Bob Likes Thai Food

Head Chef
05.2019 - 03.2021

Job overview

  • Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.

Sam's Bann Thai

Sous Chef
01.2017 - 01.2018

Job overview

  • Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.

Education

Academia Institute
Melbourne, VIC

Certificate IV from Commercial Cookery
04.2024

Academia Institute
Melbourne, VIC

Certificate III from Commercial Cookery
01.2023

SELC
Vancouver, Canada

Diploma from Hospitality
06.2021

Greystone College
Vancouver, Canada

Diploma from Customer Service Management
05.2020

Skills

  • Safe Work Practices
  • Restaurant Operation
  • Portion and Cost Control
  • Food Allergy Understanding
  • Food Stock and Supply Management
  • Cooking Technique Demonstrations

Hobby

Snowboard Instructor Certificated Level 1 on APSI

Timeline

Chef De Partie

Khao Mai Thai Eatery N Bar
04.2022 - 01.2023

Head Chef

Bob Likes Thai Food
05.2019 - 03.2021

Sous Chef

Sam's Bann Thai
01.2017 - 01.2018

Academia Institute

Certificate IV from Commercial Cookery

Academia Institute

Certificate III from Commercial Cookery

SELC

Diploma from Hospitality

Greystone College

Diploma from Customer Service Management
Pongpol Puksai