Shivani Reddy
Melbourne
Summary
Hardworking Cook/ kitchen hand with year of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Adept in working with other culinary professionals to achieve goals and ensure customer satisfaction. Committed to using safe and sanitary cooking practices, and maintaining an organized and clean cooking area. Experienced in operating various pieces of cooking equipment and tools. Bringing forth advanced food preparation techniques and the ability to serve wonderful food in a timely manner.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook/kitchen Hand
Seasons 5 Resorts and Spa
09.2022 - Current
- Cleaned kitchen and organized cooking utensils
- Assist chef, wash, peel and prepare food stuffs and prepare simple dishes
- Worked effectively with all kitchen personnel, to promote a happy working environment.
Kitchen hand
Santuary Lakes Hotel
10.2022
- Cleaned kitchen and organized cooking utensils
- Worked effectively with all kitchen personnel, to promote a happy working environment
- Assist in the food preparation process by cutting, chopping, slicing
- Follow all food health and safety requirements.
Environmental Service Attendant
Crown Resorts
10.2022
- Assisted with food preparations prior to service
- Assist in cleaning dishes
- Ensures a clean and workable kitchen area at all times.
kitchen hand
AIE
04.2022
- I am a student of AIE who has been doing kitchen practicals since April 2022 to gain experience and skills in the kitchen industry
- Love this field.
Cook
Rajus Khana Khazana
05.2020 - 03.2022
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Improved menu offerings, incorporating seasonal ingredients and innovative cooking methods.
Administration officer
Meridian Engineering Ltd
09.2016 - 04.2020
- Assisted the administration team with any required duties
- Served as a friendly and helpful first point of contact in the Administration Office
- Reported all necessary information to the Chief Operating Officer and worked closely with them to achieve and maintain goals.
Sales Assistance
Tappoo Airport Duty Free
02.2010 - 08.2016
- Established sales goals by forecasting annual sales quotas and projecting expected sales volume for existing and new products
- Worked to ensure a neat and attractive sales environment, and assisted in the setup of visual displays
- Identified and maximized sales opportunities, and increased customer retention rates
- Led sales department with highest quarterly sales for two consecutive years.
Food Production Worker
Bula Island Food Supplies
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Assisted with food preparations prior to service
- Served as a direct assistant to Production Supervisor, supporting all aspects of production and office management
- Handled food with sanitation and safety in mind.
Education
Certificate 111 Commercial Cookery -
Australian Institute of Entrpreneurship
Vic04.2023
High Honors -
Ba Sanatan College
01.2007
Skills
- Computer Skills
- Creativity
- Ability to Work in a Team
- Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Ability to Multitask
- Time Management
- Customer Service
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Effective Time Management
- Leadership and Teamwork
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Fast Learner
Details
35 Jupiter Drive, Truganina, Melbourne, 3029, Australia, 0433563326, reddyshivani2014@gmail.com
Personal Information
- Title: COOK/ CHEF
- Date of Birth: 05/06/1989
- Nationality: Fijian
Place Of Birth
Nadi, Fiji
References
- Vijay, Seasons 5 Resorts and Spa, vijay.seasons5@gmail.com, 0422331320
- Sony Naidu, Bula Island Foods Ltd, +6799925580
- Bradley Lyle Cupit, Meridian Engineering Ltd, connect@meridianfiji.com, +6799927123
- Mo Musa, Crowns Resort Melbourne. +61 432 027 173
Hobbies and Interests
- Cooking or baking
- Socializing
- Gardening
- Travelling
- Sports
- Art
- Listening to music
- Solving puzzle games
Certification
-Certificate III in Kitchen Management
- Certificate IV in Kitchen Management (ongoing)- finishing in April 2024.
Timeline
Kitchen hand
Santuary Lakes Hotel
10.2022
Environmental Service Attendant
Crown Resorts
10.2022
Cook/kitchen Hand
Seasons 5 Resorts and Spa
09.2022 - Current
kitchen hand
AIE
04.2022
Cook
Rajus Khana Khazana
05.2020 - 03.2022
Administration officer
Meridian Engineering Ltd
09.2016 - 04.2020
Sales Assistance
Tappoo Airport Duty Free
02.2010 - 08.2016
Food Production Worker
Bula Island Food Supplies
01.2008 - 01.2010
Certificate 111 Commercial Cookery -
Australian Institute of Entrpreneurship
High Honors -
Ba Sanatan College
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