Prasani Warnasuriya
Clyde North,VIC
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Experienced with international cuisine, sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level chef position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Nancy Eatery
04.2022 - Current
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
- Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
Commis Chef
Hutch And Co Lilydale
11.2019 - 04.2022
- Rotated through all prep stations to learn different techniques.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Seasoned and marinated cuts of meat, poultry and fish.
- Observed different kitchen chefs' preparation of sauces, breads, and other items to gain knowledge in diverse cooking and baking techniques.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
Kitchen Assistant
Charles Dickens Tavern
04.2018 - 11.2019
- Operated kitchen equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions.
- Monitored food temperatures and quality throughout shifts.
- Followed recipes and chef instructions to prepare food correctly.
- Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
- Monitored inventory deliveries to minimize product losses and prep for service.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Trainee Chef
Lady Hill Hotel
06.2015 - 01.2016
- Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
Education
Diploma - Hospitality Management
Altec College
Melbourne, VIC09.2019
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Altec College
Melbourne, VIC03.2019
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
Altec College
Melbourne, VIC09.2018
Skills
- Hospitality Management
- Menu Planning
- Vendor Sourcing
- Verify Food Quality
- Food Inventories
- Handling Plates
- Scheduling
- Kitchen Staff Management
- Organization and Prioritization
- Portion and Cost Control
- Rotation Procedures
- Food Stock and Supply Management
- Baking and Broiling Skills
- Staff Performance Assessments
- Fine Dining Expertise
- Restaurant Operation
Timeline
Chef
Nancy Eatery
04.2022 - Current
Commis Chef
Hutch And Co Lilydale
11.2019 - 04.2022
Kitchen Assistant
Charles Dickens Tavern
04.2018 - 11.2019
Trainee Chef
Lady Hill Hotel
06.2015 - 01.2016
Diploma - Hospitality Management
Altec College
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Altec College
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
Altec College
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