Shalu Devi
Sydney/ Mount Druitt,NSW
Summary
Dynamic Chef recognized for creating memorable dishes with fresh ingredients. Monitors and evaluates purchasing, staffing, production and inventory to control food and labor costs and waste. Maintains federal, state and local food sanitation and safety standards. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
Durk's cafe+eatry
Shop 18b 25 Parkers Farm Pl Casula, NSW
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Delegated tasks for kitchen employees and developed staff teams to streamline food preparation procedures.
- Stored foods correctly using correct storage containers and labeling systems.
- Checked quality of raw materials before use.
- Determined schedules and staff requirements necessary to prepare and plate food.
- Trained new chefs on proper cooking techniques and menu items.
- Experimented with various ingredients and cooking techniques to develop new and flavorful dishes for customers.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Planned menus, ordered supplies and managed kitchen staff.
- Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
Chef
Lake Parramatta cafe
Illawong Dr, North Parramatta , 2151
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Stored foods correctly using correct storage containers and labelling systems.
- Delegated tasks for kitchen employees and developed staff teams to streamline food preparation procedures.
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
- Assigned specific duties to employees to maintain productive operation of kitchen and food service.
- Exercised portion control for items served, eliminating waste.
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Diploma of Hospitality Management
Duke College
1 Macquarie Street, ParramattaSkills
- Vendor Relations
- Staff Coordination
- Dish Preparation
- Food and Beverage Pairing
- Meal Preparation
- Equipment Maintenance
- Cost Control
- Kitchen Equipment and Tools
- Grilling and Deep Frying Skills
- Recipe Development
- Food Safety and Sanitation
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
certificate iv in commercial cookery.
Diploma of hospitality management.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Chef
Durk's cafe+eatry
01.2022 - 01.2024
Chef
Lake Parramatta cafe
05.2021 - 12.2021
Some College (No Degree) - Diploma of Hospitality Management
Duke College
certificate iv in commercial cookery.
Diploma of hospitality management.
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