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Prashanna Shah

Prashanna Shah

Unit 4,84-86 Albert Road Strathfield

Summary

A self-motivated and hard-working individual who can work well under pressure. Proven ability to use initiative and problem-solving skills to successfully deal with challenges and effectively handle difficult situations. Detail-oriented, resourceful, and highly organized with experience managing kitchen operations during leadership absences.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef De Partie

Tea Gardens Hotel
12.2018 - Current

Since 2018, employed as casual approximately 20-24 hours per week and worked full-time during holidays.

Collaborated with head chef to develop new specials, increasing customer satisfaction.

  • Maintained organized mise en place to ensure consistent workflow.
  • Optimized food preparation processes by implementing efficient techniques without compromising quality.
  • Trained kitchen staff in various preparation tasks while under pressure.
  • Mentored junior chefs in culinary techniques, promoting a collaborative learning environment.
  • Instructed new staff on kitchen safety, sanitation, and cooking techniques.
  • Monitored food production for quality and consistency verification.
  • Managed kitchen personnel and supervised all culinary activities.

Sous Chef

Two Good Eggs Cafe
08.2023 - 06.2024
  • Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
  • Managed the roaster of 6 team members
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
  • Played a key role in achieving positive health inspection results by maintaining strict compliance with all relevant guidelines and regulations throughout daily operations.
  • Ensured safe food handling by preventing cross-contamination during meal preparation for allergy sufferers.
  • Participated in menu planning meetings, offering creative input that led to new signature dishes garnering rave reviews from guests.

Chef De Partie

Cuckoo Callay
10.2020 - 07.2023
  • Optimized supply chain operations to minimize delays.
  • Consistently provided reliable support to maintain operations effectively.
  • Arranged cooking tools and materials for seamless kitchen operations.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
  • Mentored junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved overall team performance.
  • Implemented proper cleaning procedures, ensuring a safe and sanitary kitchen workspace compliant with health department regulations.
  • Collaborated closely with head chef to develop recipes that significantly increased customer satisfaction.

Education

Diploma of - Hospitality management

Southern Academy of Business And Technology
95 Bathurst St Sydney NSW 2000
05-2025

Certificate IV - Kitchen Management

Southern Academy of Business And Technology
95 Bathurst St, Sydney NSW2000
10.2024

Skills

  • Kitchen leadership
  • Food safety
  • Kitchen management
  • Inventory management
  • Safe food handling
  • Ordering and requisitions
  • Food handler certification
  • Recruiting and training

Personal Information

  • Visa: Student visa
  • Date of Birth: 11/02/01
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Nepalese

Languages

English
Professional Working
Nepali
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Sous Chef

Two Good Eggs Cafe
08.2023 - 06.2024

Chef De Partie

Cuckoo Callay
10.2020 - 07.2023

Chef De Partie

Tea Gardens Hotel
12.2018 - Current

Diploma of - Hospitality management

Southern Academy of Business And Technology

Certificate IV - Kitchen Management

Southern Academy of Business And Technology
Prashanna Shah