Quinzy Vij
Point Cook,Australia
Summary
Dedicated and innovative cook and Barista with over 5 years of combined experience in commercial kitchens and café environments. Proven ability to execute high-quality dishes and beverages, lead kitchen and café operations, and deliver exceptional customer service. Skilled in culinary preparation, coffee preparation, food safety compliance, and inventory management.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Dastarkhwan Restaurant
- Cooked traditional Karahi dishes and signature biryanis.
- Managed stock orders and adhered to end-of-day procedures.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness according to weekly cleaning schedule.
- Supervised new staff and supported multiple kitchen sections during service.
Chef / Barista
The Coffee Club
07.2021 - Current
- Prepare both hot meals and a full range of espresso-based beverages.
- Maintain café operations including morning mise en place and daily prep.
- Deliver consistent, high-quality food and drinks aligned with company standards.
- Uphold strict hygiene and food safety protocols (HACCP, temperature logs).
- Train new staff in both kitchen and front-of-house procedures.
- Manage stock deliveries, labelling, and inventory using FIFO principles.
- Provide attentive customer service and handle dietary requests professionally.
Chef
Chaskah Restaurant
11.2020 - 06.2021
- Led preparation of key menu items including street food and Indian starters.
- Ensured smooth service through well-organized prep and teamwork.
- Assisted in vegetable, tandoori, and cold kitchen sections.
- Maintained equipment and supported junior team training.
Cook
Avrah
08.2019 - 01.2020
- Prepared mise en place and managed meat and vegetable prep.
- Organized cold storage areas, ensuring accurate labelling and rotation.
- Customized meals based on dietary needs and special requests.
- Assisted in staff onboarding and daily operations.
Education
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Skills
- Menu Execution & Food Preparation
- Espresso & Specialty Coffee Making
- HACCP & Food Safety Compliance
- Kitchen Hygiene & Sanitation
- POS Operation & Cash Handling
- Stock Ordering & Inventory Management
- Staff Training
- Dietary Requirement Accommodation
- Customer Engagement & Feedback Handling
Timeline
Chef / Barista
The Coffee Club
07.2021 - Current
Chef
Chaskah Restaurant
11.2020 - 06.2021
Cook
Avrah
08.2019 - 01.2020
Chef
Dastarkhwan Restaurant
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
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