RAFAEL CAYAPAS
Melbourne,Victoria
Summary
Hard-working professional with experience in ingredient pairings, plating and food presentation, and nutrition. Frequently praised as adaptable by peers, I can be relied upon to help your company achieve its goals. Proactive professional with 13 years of work experience and a proven knowledge of food preparation, quality control and catering. Aiming to leverage my abilities to successfully fill any role at your company. Hard worker experienced in problem-solving, service and time management.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef De Partie
Acre_Burwood
Melbourne, Victoria
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Checked finished plates before they were served to guests, making sure all components met quality standards.
- Prepared a variety of sauces from scratch according to recipes or customer requests.
- Prepared ingredients and cooked meals according to established recipes
Head Chef
Holy Smoke
Melbourne, Victoria
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Developed seasonal and promotional menus to increase sales
- Coordinated kitchen workflows, fostering swift service and high-quality food preparation
Head Chef
Ascent Coffee
Boronia, Victoria
10.2020 - 02.2021
- Developed seasonal and promotional menus to increase sales
- Prepared ingredients and cooked meals according to established recipes
- Experienced with social media and communications platforms.
Sous Chef
The Burvale Hotel
Burwood, Victoria
06.2016 - 08.2018
- Prepared ingredients and cooked meals according to established recipes
Chef De Partie
Wantirna Hill Club
Wantirna, Victoria
07.2013 - 08.2015
- Prepared ingredients and cooked meals according to established recipes
- Trained cooks and food preparation workers in cooking techniques and kitchen processes.
Chef De Partie
Dorset Hotel Gardens
Croydon, Victoria
05.2012 - 07.2013
- Drafted catering menus for weddings, parties and banquets
- Prepared ingredients and cooked meals according to established recipes.
Cook
WattS Cooking Cafe
Surrey Hills, Victoria
04.2011 - 11.2011
- Prepared variety of dishes using industrial kitchen equipment
- Maintained temperatures of food products to reduce illness or waste.
Skills
- Proper Food Storage
- Proper Food Handling
- Developing Menus
- Preparing Presentations
- High-Volume Environments
- Organization and Prioritization
Timeline
Chef De Partie
Acre_Burwood
04.2022 - 08.2022
Head Chef
Holy Smoke
08.2021 - 02.2022
Head Chef
Ascent Coffee
10.2020 - 02.2021
Sous Chef
The Burvale Hotel
06.2016 - 08.2018
Chef De Partie
Wantirna Hill Club
07.2013 - 08.2015
Chef De Partie
Dorset Hotel Gardens
05.2012 - 07.2013
Cook
WattS Cooking Cafe
04.2011 - 11.2011
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