SEEMA SIDIQ
Head COOK
Granville
Summary
- An adept ability to work in fast paced and high-pressure environments.
- Strong service ability to work on timely base along with a passion for food.
- Over 20 years' experience in hospitality.
- Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times.
- Excellent and proven cooking & preparation skills.
- Talented kitchen leader and team motivator
- successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations.
-Experienced with multi cuisine, sourcing ingredients.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Head Cook
First Place Education Group
09.2017 - Current
- Prepare nutritious meal & snacks for 120 kids
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Supported kitchen staff training to increased productivity and efficiency.
- Conducted regular quality checks on ingredients, ensuring only best were used in meal preparation.
- Managed time effectively to ensure timely meal preparation, even during peak hours.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep work processes.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Adhering To dietary restrictions and allergies
- Design a rotating menu that meets the nutritional guidelines for children
Kitchen Assistant/ Assistant Cook
Pasha Baba Turkish Street Food & Cuisines
1 2014 - 1 2017
- Undertaking Head Chef Role in his Absence
- Assist & oversee the cleaning of floors, utensils, cookers, crockery and all work surfaces to ensure all is completed to proper standard
- All Produce & Meal Prep
- Assisting with Customer Service
- Assisting with Purchasing Ingredients and Produce
- Undertaking any duties as directed by Head Chef
Sous Chef / Kitchen Assistant
Chiantis Italian Restaurant
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Oversea and assist with both Front of House & back of House Operations
- Assisting with Menu Development and Planning
- Assist with Meal Preparations and Handling
- Ensure all produce and ingredients are fully stocked
- Ensure & assist with cleaning of all work stations and utensils
- Assist with Guest and customer services, complaints and enquiries
Running Own Take Away and Food Store
Galston Street Food
01.2005 - 01.2010
- Company Overview: Focusing on introducing a multicultural menu which included Middle Eastern, Indian, Italian and Australian Cuisines as well as Seafood and Open Flame Grill meat options
- Menu Development
- Preparation
- Supervision and management of all staff
- Budget, purchasing & finance
- Ensuring all produce and ingredients are stocked
- Ensuring safety in kitchen
- Ensuring high hygiene practises in kitchen and all work stations
- Focusing on introducing a multicultural menu which included Middle Eastern, Indian, Italian and Australian Cuisines as well as Seafood and Open Flame Grill meat options
Customer Service / Kitchen Assistant
Pasha Baba Turkish Take Away
01.1996 - 01.1998
- Assist & oversee the cleaning of floors, utensils, cookers, crockery and all work surfaces to ensure all is completed to proper standard
- All Produce & Meal Prep
- Assisting with Customer Service
Customer Service / Kitchen Assistant
Ala Turko Turkish Take Away
01.1995 - 01.1996
- Assist & oversee the cleaning of floors, utensils, cookers, crockery and all work surfaces to ensure all is completed to proper standard
- All Produce & Meal Prep
- Assisting with Customer Service
Education
Working With Children Check
The Working With Children Check
Sydney, NSW05-2024
Food And Nutrition
Food Safety First Course
Sydney, NSW07-2018
CV/Check
National Police History Check
05-2018
Digital Media And Technology
Maxis Solutions Pty Ltd
Chatswood, NSW05-2013
Customer Service
Maxis Solutions Pty Ltd
Chatswood, NSW05-2012
Skills
Food & Meal Preparations
Specialized Dishes
Multi-culinary experience
Kitchen & Staff Management & Supervision
Create & Change Menus/Menu Design
Customer Inquiry & Services
Budget & Purchasing
Pastry & Baking
References
First Place Education Group
Hayley Hassall, Manager
Mob - 0418864833
Timeline
Head Cook
First Place Education Group
09.2017 - Current
Sous Chef / Kitchen Assistant
Chiantis Italian Restaurant
01.2010 - 01.2014
Running Own Take Away and Food Store
Galston Street Food
01.2005 - 01.2010
Customer Service / Kitchen Assistant
Pasha Baba Turkish Take Away
01.1996 - 01.1998
Customer Service / Kitchen Assistant
Ala Turko Turkish Take Away
01.1995 - 01.1996
Kitchen Assistant/ Assistant Cook
Pasha Baba Turkish Street Food & Cuisines
1 2014 - 1 2017
Working With Children Check
The Working With Children Check
Food And Nutrition
Food Safety First Course
CV/Check
National Police History Check
Digital Media And Technology
Maxis Solutions Pty Ltd
Customer Service
Maxis Solutions Pty Ltd
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