prinesh gounder
Cairns,QLD
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure the chef position. Passionated about delivering outstanding quality service. 5 year of experience in industry with history recognition of performance. Ready to help team achieve and company goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef Assistant
Court House
Port Douglas, QLD
09.2023 - Current
- Prepared and cooked quality meals in high-volume, fast-paced service environments.
- Followed recipes and instructions to achieve quality and presentation standards.
- Received delivered, sorted produce and stored supplies quickly to maintain quality and condition.
- Verified food temperatures and quality ahead of service to maintain standards.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to address customer feedback or concerns promptly, fostering strong cross-functional teamwork within the restaurant setting.
Steward
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
Port Douglas, QLD
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
- Accepted opportunities to learn new skills, improve performance and cross-train for other positions.
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation of dining areas, adhering to strict hygiene standards for a healthy environment.
Demi Chef
Lomani Island Resort
Fiji
04.2023 - 05.2023
- Monitored stock levels of both ingredients and seasonings, notifying head chef of low levels to support prompt ordering.
- Coordinated effectively with service staff on timing of meal plating and delivery to guarantee freshness and adequate food.
- Assisted with development of new menu items, researching and workshopping recipes compatible with existing menu.
Commis Chef
Vomo Island Resort
Fiji
04.2022 - 03.2023
- Prepped daily menu items to quickly deliver upon request.
- Improved inventory management by properly storing and rotating perishable items, minimizing spoilage costs.
- Observed different kitchen chefs' preparation of sauces, breads, and other items to gain knowledge in diverse cooking and baking techniques.
- Gained comprehensive knowledge of various cooking techniques through hands-on experience and ongoing professional development opportunities.
Chef
Lautoka Hotel
Fiji
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication and teamwork among kitchen staff.
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
Commis Chef
Castaway Island Resort
Fiji
11.2021 - 01.2022
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Supported timely service by preparing ingredients for multiple dishes simultaneously, ensuring all components were ready for plating.
- Developed strong multitasking abilities by managing multiple cooking stations during peak hours, ensuring consistent quality output.
- Prepped daily menu items to quickly deliver upon request.
- Rotated through all prep stations to learn different techniques.
- Worked with chef de par-tie to learn storage locations of fresh ingredients for daily use by station staff.
Baker
IGA New World
Fiji
11.2020 - 12.2021
- Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
- Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
- Created appealing displays to showcase products in bakery.
- Cut and shaped dough for pies, rolls and other pastries.
- Determined baking times for various items.
- Managed display cases to verify freshness and attractiveness of products.
Commis Chef
Bone Fish Denarau
Fiji
10.2018 - 04.2019
- Enhanced culinary skills by assisting in the preparation of various dishes under the guidance of experienced chefs.
- Contributed to a well-organized and efficient kitchen by maintaining clean workstations and following sanitation guidelines.
- Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Junior Chef
Anchorage Beach Resort
Fiji
11.2017 - 11.2018
- Adapted quickly to new recipes, techniques, and equipment changes within the kitchen environment.
- Implemented time management strategies to ensure that each dish was prepared accurately and served promptly.
- Supported catering events by assisting with food preparation, plating, and serving as needed for large-scale functions.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in all work areas, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
Education
Certificate II - National Certificate in Cookery
Technical College .
Fiji09.2020
Skills
- Leadership Qualities
- Vegetable Cutting
- Food safety knowledge
- Knife Skills
- Dietary restrictions understanding
- Food presentation
- Ingredient Preparation
- Grilling expertise
- Sauce preparation
- Pasta Making
- Recipe Development
- Menu Planning
- Fish filleting
- Meat butchery
- Customer Service
- Kitchen leadership
- Team Leadership
- Food Safety
- Kitchen Organization
- Heavy Lifting
- Safe handling
Certification
- EHS - Environmental Health and Safety Professional
Timeline
Chef Assistant
Court House
09.2023 - Current
Steward
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
06.2023 - 09.2023
Demi Chef
Lomani Island Resort
04.2023 - 05.2023
Commis Chef
Vomo Island Resort
04.2022 - 03.2023
Chef
Lautoka Hotel
01.2022 - 04.2022
Commis Chef
Castaway Island Resort
11.2021 - 01.2022
Baker
IGA New World
11.2020 - 12.2021
Commis Chef
Bone Fish Denarau
10.2018 - 04.2019
Junior Chef
Anchorage Beach Resort
11.2017 - 11.2018
Certificate II - National Certificate in Cookery
Technical College .