Saroj Yonzon
Canberra,ACT
Summary
Culinary professional with strong background in high-pressure kitchen environments. Expertise in menu development, ingredient sourcing, and maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation. Known for fostering collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and consistently achieving desired results. Skilled in team leadership, inventory management, and culinary innovation.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Chef
Woden Community Service
01.2022 - Current
- Led culinary team in developing innovative menu items aligned with seasonal ingredients.
- Oversaw kitchen operations ensuring adherence to food safety and quality standards.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and optimizing ingredient usage.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to enhance guest experience through tailored menu presentations.
- Implemented cost control measures that improved overall profitability without compromising quality.
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
Sous Chef
Canberra Grammar School
03.2021 - Current
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and presentation.
- Developed and implemented new menu items based on seasonal ingredients and customer feedback.
- Maintained inventory control by monitoring stock levels and placing orders as needed.
- Collaborated with front-of-house team to coordinate timely service and enhance guest experiences.
Chef De Partie
Hammond Care
04.2017 - 02.2021
- Developed and executed creative menu items, enhancing seasonal offerings.
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring high standards of food quality and presentation.
- Managed inventory and ordering processes, reducing waste and optimizing supply costs.
- Trained junior chefs in culinary techniques and safety procedures, fostering skill development.
- Implemented new cooking methods, increasing efficiency in meal preparation times.
- Conducted regular quality checks on dishes before serving to maintain consistency.
Chef De Partie
RK San Contemporary Japanese Restaurant
02.2014 - 04.2017
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring high standards of food quality and presentation.
- Developed and executed creative menu items, enhancing seasonal offerings.
- Managed inventory and ordering processes, reducing waste and optimizing supply costs.
- Trained junior chefs in culinary techniques and safety procedures, fostering skill development.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Operated all kitchen equipment safely to prevent injuries.
- Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
Education
Master's Degree - Information And Communication Technology
University of Southern Queensland
Sydney, NSW08-2018
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
London Metropolitan University
Kathmandu, Nepal08-2013
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Customer service
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Food quality
- Kitchen management
- Food presentation
- Attention to detail
- Effective communications
- Team collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
- Allergen awareness
- Food plating and presentation
- Sanitation guidelines
Certification
SIT40516 Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery
Working with Vulnerable people
First Aid Training
Timeline
Head Chef
Woden Community Service
01.2022 - Current
Sous Chef
Canberra Grammar School
03.2021 - Current
Chef De Partie
Hammond Care
04.2017 - 02.2021
Chef De Partie
RK San Contemporary Japanese Restaurant
02.2014 - 04.2017
Master's Degree - Information And Communication Technology
University of Southern Queensland
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
London Metropolitan University
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