Salitha DESHAN KELANIYANGODA
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Accomplished Chef with a excelling in kitchen management and enhancing food quality through expert ingredient knowledge and cooking techniques. Demonstrated ability to foster team collaboration, achieving a positive kitchen atmosphere. Skilled in knife skills and effective communication, consistently delivering top-tier hospitality service. Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
CHEF
MORDY HQ
03.2022 - Current
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
CHEF
Melbourne Racing Club
01.2021 - 02.2022
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Operated all kitchen equipment safely to prevent injuries.
- Contributed to a positive kitchen atmosphere through effective communication and collaboration with team members.
Kitchen Prep Cook
Melbourne Racing Club
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by preparing ingredients and assembling dishes according to recipes.
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with staff members.
Kitchen Hand
Melbourne Racing Club
05.2018 - 12.2019
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
Education
Certificate IV IN COMMERCIAL COOKERY - COMMERCIAL COOKERY
AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNICAL TRAINING
440 ELIZABETH STREET MELBOURNE VICTORIA12.2022
Bachelor of Information Technology - Information Technology
Melbourne Polytechnic
Prahran, VIC05.2022
Skills
- Knife Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Food quality
- Kitchen Management
- Ingredient Knowledge
- Verbal and written communication
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Food plating and presentation
- Hospitality service expertise
- Plating techniques
Timeline
CHEF
MORDY HQ
03.2022 - Current
CHEF
Melbourne Racing Club
01.2021 - 02.2022
Kitchen Prep Cook
Melbourne Racing Club
01.2020 - 12.2020
Kitchen Hand
Melbourne Racing Club
05.2018 - 12.2019
Certificate IV IN COMMERCIAL COOKERY - COMMERCIAL COOKERY
AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNICAL TRAINING
Bachelor of Information Technology - Information Technology
Melbourne Polytechnic
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