Sanjib Khadka
Armadale,VIC
Summary
Accomplished Chef with a proven track record at Buono Restaurant & Bar, enhancing food quality and kitchen efficiency. Expert in food safety and sanitation, with a knack for fostering effective communications among teams. Achieved significant reductions in food waste through strategic planning, contributing to both customer satisfaction and cost control.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Buono Restaurant & Bar
01.2024 - 07.2024
- 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.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
- 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.
Chef
Catherina's Cucina E Bar
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- 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.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
Head Chef
Cent Anni Restaurant
10.2020 - 11.2023
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- Maintained strict adherence to health department regulations by enforcing proper food handling practices throughout the kitchen area.
- Led staff meetings to discuss upcoming events, address concerns or challenges, and reinforce company values as well as expectations within the workplace environment.
- Trained junior chefs in advanced culinary techniques and food safety procedures, helping them grow professionally within the industry.
Education
No Degree - Diploma of Hospitality Management
The Imperial College of Australia
212 Hoddle St, Abbotsford VIC 306703.2022
No Degree - Certificate III & IV in Commercial Cookery
The Imperial College of Australia
212 Hoddle St, Abbotsford VIC06.2021
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Knife Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Food quality
- Kitchen Management
- Meal Preparation
- Effective Communications
- Grilling Techniques
- Recipes and menu planning
- Allergen awareness
- Sauce preparation
- Sanitation Guidelines
- Plating techniques
- Workflow Optimization
Timeline
Chef
Buono Restaurant & Bar
01.2024 - 07.2024
Chef
Catherina's Cucina E Bar
11.2023 - 05.2024
Head Chef
Cent Anni Restaurant
10.2020 - 11.2023
No Degree - Diploma of Hospitality Management
The Imperial College of Australia
No Degree - Certificate III & IV in Commercial Cookery
The Imperial College of Australia
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