Sam Grifa
Sydney
Summary
Offering solid foundation in culinary techniques and genuine passion for kitchen environment. Brings understanding of food safety and sanitation standards, with skills in basic cooking methods and ingredient preparation.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef De Partie
Supernova Cafe
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
- Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization, ensuring a safe and efficient workspace.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Chef De Partie
Porteno Group
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
- Contributed to a positive kitchen atmosphere through effective communication and collaboration with team members.
Sous Chef
The Grumpy Baker
05.2021 - 10.2021
- Increased kitchen productivity by optimizing workflow processes and delegating tasks appropriately within the team.
- Ensured consistent quality control of all dishes leaving the kitchen, resulting in a reputation for excellence among patrons.
- Boosted customer satisfaction ratings by consistently delivering high-quality dishes and maintaining strict adherence to food safety standards.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Apprentice
Steersons Steakhouse
08.2017 - 08.2020
- Worked under guidance of experienced professionals to learn trade best practices and techniques.
- Demonstrated eagerness to learn by asking questions and seeking clarification when necessary.
- Enhanced practical skills by assisting experienced professionals in various tasks.
- Learned wide range of simple and complex techniques from on-the-job training.
- Observed experienced professionals in action, gaining valuable insights into best practices within the field.
Education
Certificate II - Commercial Cookery
Ryde Tafe
Ryde, NSW09-2020
Skills
- Kitchen organization
- Team management
- Knife skills
- Food presentation
Timeline
Chef De Partie
Supernova Cafe
04.2024 - 08.2024
Chef De Partie
Porteno Group
02.2022 - 02.2023
Sous Chef
The Grumpy Baker
05.2021 - 10.2021
Apprentice
Steersons Steakhouse
08.2017 - 08.2020
Certificate II - Commercial Cookery
Ryde Tafe
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