Quynh Tran
Keysborough,VIC
Summary
Adept at kitchen management and food safety, I enhanced BAOBAO EATERY's sales with innovative recipes and ensured top-notch food quality. At Gao Kitchen, my leadership and efficient time management strategies significantly improved kitchen operations, contributing to positive health inspection results. My expertise in food presentation and hospitality service underlines my commitment to culinary excellence. Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Experienced with Viet an pd Western cuisine, sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles.
Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef De Partie
Bek Cafe Restaurant
11.2019 - 12.2020
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Sous Chef
Gao Kitchen
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Played a key role in achieving positive health inspection results by maintaining strict compliance with all relevant guidelines and regulations throughout daily operations.
- Enhanced overall restaurant efficiency by streamlining kitchen operations and implementing effective time management strategies.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Chef
BAOBAO EATERY
05.2024 - Current
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Developed innovative recipes, attracting new clientele and increasing overall sales.
Education
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
11-2017
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
04-2018
Diploma - Hospitality Management
09-2018
Advanced Diploma - Hospitality
03-2019
Bachelor of Business -
01-2023
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Knife Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Food quality
- Kitchen Management
- Food presentation
- Recipes and menu planning
- Hospitality service expertise
- Sanitation Guidelines
- Food pairing
Timeline
Chef - BAOBAO EATERY
05.2024 - Current
Sous Chef - Gao Kitchen
03.2023 - 10.2023
Chef De Partie - Bek Cafe Restaurant
11.2019 - 12.2020
Front Cooking School - Certificate III, Commercial Cookery
Front Cooking School - Certificate IV, Commercial Cookery
Stott's Colleges - Diploma, Hospitality Management
Stott's Colleges - Advanced Diploma, Hospitality
Acknowledge Education - Bachelor of Business ,
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