Sandeep Kaur
Runcorn,QLD
Summary
Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation and stock management. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Bluecare
06.2023 - Current
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
Chef
George Seafood Paragon
01.2022 - 07.2023
- 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.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
- Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
Education
Advanced Diploma - Hospitality
NIET
Eight Mile Plains, QLD01.2024
Diploma - Hospitality
NIET
Eight Mile Plains, QLD04.2023
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
NIET
Eight Mile Plains 10.2022
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
NIET
Eight Mile Plains 05.2022
Skills
- Food handling
- Food Preparation
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Frying
- Cooking techniques
- Knife Skills
- Supply Restocking
- Hospitality and service industry background
- Food presentation
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Grilling
- Food plating and presentation
- Food Plating
- Hospitality service expertise
- Ingredients measuring
- Culinary creativity
- Special Diets Knowledge
- Cleaning and sanitization
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Efficient multitasking
- Quality Control
- Frying and sautéing
Languages
Hindi
Full Professional
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cook
Bluecare
06.2023 - Current
Chef
George Seafood Paragon
01.2022 - 07.2023
Advanced Diploma - Hospitality
NIET
Diploma - Hospitality
NIET
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
NIET
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
NIET
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