Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Employer Application Questions
Timeline
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Prasitha Chamika Galappaththi

Prasitha Chamika Galappaththi

Sale,VIC

Summary

Enthusiastic and highly skilled chef with 3+ years of experience in high-volume commercial kitchens. Adept at modern cooking techniques, food safety compliance, and leading kitchen teams. Passionate about culinary creativity and delivering exceptional dining experiences.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef

The Criterion Hotel
Sale, VIC
01.2023 - Current
  • Developed and updated seasonal menus in collaboration with the executive chef.
  • Prepare high-quality dishes and daily specials
  • Manage inventory and assist in ordering
  • Supervised kitchen staff and coordinated daily food preparation activities.

Chef de Partie

Stomping Ground Brewery
Moorabbin, VIC
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Oversaw mise en place and kitchen prep
  • Handled grill, sauce, and plating stations
  • Collaborated on weekly menu updates
  • Mentored junior kitchen staff

Chef

Harvest Blend
Camberwell, VIC
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Supported all sections in a busy café kitchen
  • Assisted in food prep and customer service
  • Ensured smooth kitchen flow under pressure

Chef

Short Black Café
Camberwell, VIC
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Maintained quality prep and plating consistency
  • Helped manage food deliveries and storage
  • Fostered teamwork and time efficiency in service

Education

Advanced Diploma - Hospitality

Front Cooking School – Acknowledge Education
01.2021

Certificate III & IV - Commercial Cookery

RGIT Australia
01.2019

Diploma - Hospitality

William Angliss Institute
Sri Lanka
01.2016

Skills

  • Menu planning & costing
  • Stock control & ordering
  • Kitchen and staff management
  • High-pressure service execution
  • Food safety and hygiene compliance
  • Excellent communication & team collaboration
  • Plating and presentation finesse

References

  • John, Acruz, Head Chef, 0428 609 555, Harvest Blend
  • Nathan, Eurell, Head Chef, 0412 120 597, Stomping Ground Brewery

Employer Application Questions

  • Right to work in Australia: Yes, I am legally authorized to work in Australia.
  • Experience as a chef: 3+ years in commercial kitchens
  • Hospitality qualifications: Cert III, IV, and Advanced Diploma in Commercial Cookery
  • Menu planning & costing: Experienced
  • Customer service experience: Yes, in café and restaurant settings

Timeline

Sous Chef

The Criterion Hotel
01.2023 - Current

Chef de Partie

Stomping Ground Brewery
01.2021 - 01.2023

Chef

Harvest Blend
01.2020 - 01.2022

Chef

Short Black Café
01.2018 - 01.2020

Advanced Diploma - Hospitality

Front Cooking School – Acknowledge Education

Certificate III & IV - Commercial Cookery

RGIT Australia

Diploma - Hospitality

William Angliss Institute

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