PUKAR GURUNG
Beerwah,QLD
Summary
Passionate Head Chef with extensive experience at Beerwah Hotel, excelling in menu development and inventory management. Proven track record in enhancing food quality and presentation while fostering teamwork. Skilled in cost control and food safety, consistently achieving financial targets and optimizing kitchen operations for peak performance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
HEAD CHEF
BEERWAH HOTEL
BEERWAH, QLD
09.2025 - Current
- Develop seasonal menus that showcase local ingredients and culinary trends.
- Develop menus and recipes for a variety of dishes, including appetizers, entrees, desserts, and specialty items.
- Train and mentor junior chefs to improve their skills and efficiency.
- Managed kitchen operations and staff to enhance service quality during peak hours.
- Monitor food production to guarantee quality standards were met.
- Implement cost control measures to maintain budgetary guidelines in food preparation.
- Oversaw inventory management to reduce waste and maximize resource efficiency.
- Resolved conflicts among kitchen staff to maintain a positive work environment.
- Monitor temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
SOUS CHEF
BEERWAH HOTEL
BEERWAH, QLD
01.2024 - 09.2025
- Managed kitchen operations, ensuring efficient food preparation and service through effective communication with Head Chef.
- Collaborated with head chef to develop seasonal menu offerings.
- Supported restaurant in achieving financial targets by consistently delivering high food quality.
- Prepared and cooked a variety of dishes in high-volume settings.
- Conducted inventory management, maintaining optimal stock levels of ingredients to support kitchen operations.
- Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
- Conducted frequent line checks to keep food at proper temperatures in holding zones.
- Adjusted recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies.
- Created a positive work environment by encouraging teamwork among staff members.
COOK/ CHEF
BEERWAH HOTEL
BEERWAH, QLD
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Prepared diverse menu items following established recipes and presentation standards.
- Prepared ingredients by chopping vegetables and measuring spices to set up for soups, sauces, and salads.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff across grill, pans, and fryer sections to streamline meal preparation.
- Enforced sanitation practices to safeguard food quality and prevent contamination.
- Maintained clean working environment through sweeping, mopping, and washing surfaces and utensils.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
COOK
DINGO ROADHOUSE
DINGO, QLD
02.2021 - 07.2023
- Prepared diverse menu items according to standard recipes, enhancing customer satisfaction through consistent quality.
- Monitored food quality and freshness to uphold restaurant standards consistently.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and storage areas, ensuring efficient workflow and safety compliance.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Wrapped, dated, and labeled food items in storage, promoting food safety and minimizing waste.
COOK/ CHEF
CAFE 63
ASCOT, QLD
04.2016 - 02.2021
- Above 2 years’ experience managing and leading kitchen at café63 as chef.
- Developed and prepared menus in collaboration with managing director at Cafe63.
- Assisted in establishing Cafe63 franchise locations and trained new staff.
- Monitored and controlled food costs to maintain budget.
- Oversaw food safety protocols to ensure safe handling of all food items.
- Ensured kitchen had sufficient preparation for smooth service.
- Working under huge pressure in kitchen during breakfast, lunch and dinner.
- Communicate with suppliers and growers to ensure stock quality, supply and price.
Education
Certificate 3 in Commercial Cookery -
National Institute of Education & Technology
Eight Mile Plains, QLD10-2021
Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery -
Queensford College
Brisbane, QLD12-2018
Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management -
Queensford College
Brisbane, QLD05-2018
Skills
- Menu development
- Inventory management
- Quality control
- Cost control
- Food safety
- Kitchen operations
- Food presentation
- Recipe creation
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 14/03/1995
Timeline
HEAD CHEF
BEERWAH HOTEL
09.2025 - Current
SOUS CHEF
BEERWAH HOTEL
01.2024 - 09.2025
COOK/ CHEF
BEERWAH HOTEL
08.2023 - 02.2024
COOK
DINGO ROADHOUSE
02.2021 - 07.2023
COOK/ CHEF
CAFE 63
04.2016 - 02.2021
Certificate 3 in Commercial Cookery -
National Institute of Education & Technology
Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery -
Queensford College
Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management -
Queensford College