Sagar Gurung

Work History

Daily Grind Cafe

07.2021 - Current

Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
Arranged for kitchen equipment maintenance and repair when needed.
Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
Obtained fresh, local ingredients to lower grocery costs.
Collaborated with vendors and suppliers to obtain quality recipe ingredients while adhering to company budgets.
Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.

Montes Lounge Darwin Pyt Ltd

01.2021 - 12.2023

Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
Coordinated with vendors to order supplies and maintain high quality standards.
Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.

Holiday Inn Warwick Farm

06.2018 - 11.2020

Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
Prepped daily menu items to quickly deliver upon request.
Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Rotated through all prep stations to learn different techniques.
Worked with chef de partie to learn storage locations of fresh ingredients for daily use by station staff.

Made Cafe

04.2018 - 08.2019

Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.

Iris Group Management

02.2017 - 08.2019

Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current culinary trends and techniques.
Developed full, tasting and special events menus to meet establishment needs and maintain strong customer levels.
Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.

ELkarim Pyt Ltd

03.2017 - 02.2019

Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.