Ruel Jr. Hilario
Melbourne,Victoria
Summary
Hardworking student offering part-time work experience and extensive knowledge of core subject matter. Meticulous and detail-oriented, with excellent observational, organizational, and communication skills. Willing to take on any task to help the team. Reliable and dedicated team player with a hardworking and resourceful approach. Orderly committed to maintaining clean and organized work areas for food prep and storage. Provides active support to cooks by sanitizing equipment and tools, monitoring food portions, and filling containers for take-out requests. Eager to help new staff members develop quick, clean workflows without sacrificing service quality. Adept at using excellent knife skills and knowledge of food safety regulations. Talented chef with several years of experience preparing memorable dishes. Specializing in menus known for attracting and retaining customers. Provides culinary management skills to fast-paced kitchens.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Hola Mexicano
Williamstown, VIC
03.2024 - Current
- Checked the quality of raw materials before use.
- Adhered to budget guidelines when purchasing ingredients and equipment.
- Stored foods correctly using correct storage containers and labeling systems.
- Documented employee performance reviews in order to assess progress toward goals set out in training plans.
- Monitored stock levels and placed orders to ensure adequate supplies were available.
- Maintained cleanliness standards in the kitchen and dining areas, including the sanitation of equipment and surfaces.
- Cleaned and sanitized utensils, dishes, or silverware.
- Maintained kitchen equipment cleanliness and functionality.
- Accommodated special dietary requests from customers.
- Maintained a clean work environment by sweeping and mopping the floors after each shift.
- Stocked shelves with canned goods, packaged foods, and other items as needed.
- Checked expiration dates on food items before stocking shelves, or preparing meals for customers.
- Cleaned and sanitized all surfaces, utensils, pots, and pans used during meal service.
- Labeled containers with the date of preparation, so that food can be rotated properly in accordance with safety regulations.
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety, and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
Food and Beverage Attendant
Schnitz
Southern Cross, VIC
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Handled cashier duties including accepting payments from customers, making change, and balancing the cash drawer daily.
- Monitored inventory levels of food items and communicated needs for restocking to management team.
- Bagged purchases appropriately to protect merchandise from damage.
- Operated cash registers, ensuring accurate transactions and customer satisfaction.
- Maintained clean and organized work area for efficient operations.
- Utilized store's POS system to complete transactions efficiently.
Coffee Barista
Delaware North
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
- Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of customer-facing work area and dining room space to meet governmental and organizational safety and health guidelines.
- Prepared and stocked baked goods, sandwiches, wraps and light snacks to compliment beverage choices.
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Checked on dining areas frequently to clean up spills, wipe down tables and restock stations.
- Kept drawer balanced by accurately processing cash, credit and debit payments.
Kitchen Volunteer
Rosa Mexicano
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Maintained kitchen equipment cleanliness and functionality.
- Cut or sliced meat, poultry and seafood to prepare for cooking.
- Rotated stock items to minimize spoilage risks.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
- Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
- Washed, peeled and cut fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
- Cleaned and sterilized dishes, countertops, and utensils to prevent bacteria growth.
- Prevented spoilage or cross-contamination by storing food in designated containers and areas.
- Checked and recorded refrigerator and freezer temperatures to maintain food quality and freshness.
- Maintained inventory of kitchen supplies and equipment needs.
- Prepared meats, vegetables or desserts according to orders or instructions.
Education
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
Hilton Academy
Melbourne 07-2024
Certificate IV - Kitchen Management
Hilton Academy
Melbourne 11-2024
Diploma - Hospitality Management
Hilton Academy
Melbourne, VIC05-2025
Skills
- Outstanding communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Chef assistance
- Portion sizes
- Garnishing and plating
- Proper storage procedures
- Food spoilage prevention
- Kitchen assistance
- Safe handling standards
- Ingredient management
- Kitchen cleaning
- kitchen preparation
- Schedule management
- Menu distribution
- Vegetable and fruit preparation
- Meat and poultry preparation
- Seafood preparation
- Food tray delivery
- Prepare ingredients
- Beverage service
- Fish, fowl, and poultry cleaning
- Organize supplies
- Workstation sanitation
- Maintain food safety
- Dishwasher operation
- Stock ordering
- Food safety and sanitation
Certificate
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
Certificate IV in kitchen management
Diploma in Hospitality Management
Timeline
Chef
Hola Mexicano
03.2024 - Current
Food and Beverage Attendant
Schnitz
08.2023 - 03.2024
Coffee Barista
Delaware North
05.2023 - 09.2023
Kitchen Volunteer
Rosa Mexicano
01.2021 - 03.2021
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
Hilton Academy
Certificate IV - Kitchen Management
Hilton Academy
Diploma - Hospitality Management
Hilton Academy
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