SAPNA SODHI
Lynwood
Summary
Organized Chef at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. A high-performing individual with solid background in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Catholic Homes Inc Residential Care Trinity Village
2023.03 - 2023.11
- Followed standard recipes, menus and apportions according to established standards.
- Prepared, apportioned and served menu and specialized food items developed to meet facility residents' unique dietary needs.
- Provided nourishing and health-conscious food to customers under sanitary conditions.
- Maintained awareness of individual dietary needs of residents and verified proper delivery of meals to correct residents.
- Responded to notes and complaints concerning menu items and meals, working to develop resolutions and satisfy residents' tastes and preferences.
- Monitored food temperatures throughout preparation and serving process.
- Cooked meals according to administrative policies, health code regulations and food service standards.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Communicated with supervisor to discuss menu items, ingredients and nutritional values.
- Planned menus complying with established health guidelines and budget limitations.
Sous Chef
The Riverton Bar And Grill
2020.06 - 2023.02
- Good knowledge of modern cooking and techniques
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers
- Checking the food delivery, quality, quantity, and temperature of the product
- Planning staff roster and assisting the head chef with this task
- Monitoring the quality of the food, presentation, and preparation
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure
Chef
The Prince Lane Bar
2018.06 - 2020.03
- Cooking food for functions, parties, and special occasions
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time
- Helping chef in chopping, cutting, grilling, frying, baking, poaching, steaming, and other food preparation
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift
- Set up and broke down the kitchen for service
- Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into the establishment
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
Education
Diploma - Hospitality Management
APSI
Perth, WA02.2020
Certificate III And Cert IV: Commercial Cookery -
APSI
Perth, WA02.2019
Skills
- Professional cooking skills and multitasking
- Skills
- Ability to handle knives and other cooking
- Implements properly chopping cutting, and
- Dicing.
- A professional and positive attitude
- A team player and a passionate person
- Effective communication and motivation skills
- Willing to learn and improve continuously.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Health Safety and Hygiene Work Practices
Timeline
Chef
Catholic Homes Inc Residential Care Trinity Village
2023.03 - 2023.11
Sous Chef
The Riverton Bar And Grill
2020.06 - 2023.02
Chef
The Prince Lane Bar
2018.06 - 2020.03
Diploma - Hospitality Management
APSI
Certificate III And Cert IV: Commercial Cookery -
APSI
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