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Shunsuke Okubo

Cairns,QLD

Summary

An experienced chef who was an enthusiast of cooking at a young age. Consumer-oriented Chef with over four years of experience in bustling restaurants. Team-oriented, meticulous, and strategic planner with a proven ability to keep going in hectic and challenging situations. Possesses a proactive attitude and listening skills and handled the high volume, fast-paced restaurant jobs. Hardworking, keen to learn, and willing to put in 100% effort.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chef

Dundee's Waterfront Dining
03.2024 - 12.2024
  • Worked at fryer position, serving 300 - 400 people a day.
  • Evaluated seafood to verify freshness and quality, then served the best dishes to customers.
  • Coordinated with team members to ensure that all the necessary preparations were done in time by managing time.
  • Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Continually maintenance of kitchen cleanliness.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.

Chef

Mr. Miyagi
11.2023 - 02.2024
  • Memorized all menu item recipes in a week and cooked, leading to quick service and decreasing the average time spent fulfilling orders.
  • Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
  • Serving high volumes of Nori Tacos, appetizers, salad, and dessert.
  • Prepared and cooked food in keeping with recipes, quality standards and presentation standards.
  • Prepared ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.

Chef

The Atlantic
11.2023 - 02.2024
  • Cooked memorable steaks and fish with individualized taste of customers at a fast pace.
  • Grilling different foods at different temperatures and in different styles
  • Preparing other foods like mashed potatoes, carrots, and shellfish.
  • Maintaining a clean workspace.
  • Cleaning grills and cooking utensils and participating in kitchen cleaning duties.

Chef

Oyster Bar
07.2023 - 11.2023
  • Serving high volumes of nine oysters from the regular menu and two oysters from the monthly menu by myself, resulting in sales of $20, 000+ per day and reducing labor cost.
  • Worked at fryer and grill station, learned all menus in two weeks and improving the food presentation.
  • Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
  • Collaborated with head chef to create new menu every months.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
  • Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
  • Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.

Chef

Tsujita La Artisan Noodle
04.2017 - 12.2020
  • Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
  • Experienced in opening new eating places from training to the grand establishment, developing menus, developing kitchen operations, coping with food costs, and working with good sanitation, and protection techniques to ensure a hit grand beginning.
  • Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
  • Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
  • Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
  • Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Computer Science

Columbia University
New York, NY, USA
05-2027

Skills

  • Cook Consistent Dishes
  • Expert in multiple cuisine styles
  • Developing Menus
  • Food Preparation and Safety
  • Knife handling abilities
  • Kitchen Operations
  • Excellent Customer Service
  • Point of sale systems
  • Cost Control
  • Hospitality expertise
  • Organize Supplies
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Heavy Labor and motivation to complete tasks
  • Strategic planner and Highly organized
  • Maintaining Clean Work Areas
  • Thrives in fast paced environment
  • Quick problem solver
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Effective communication and motivational skills
  • Active Listening

Certification

  • Responsible Service of Alcohol - 17 May 2023
  • Responsible Conduct of Gambling - 18 May 2023

Languages

English
Full Professional
Japanese
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Chef

Dundee's Waterfront Dining
03.2024 - 12.2024

Chef

Mr. Miyagi
11.2023 - 02.2024

Chef

The Atlantic
11.2023 - 02.2024

Chef

Oyster Bar
07.2023 - 11.2023

Chef

Tsujita La Artisan Noodle
04.2017 - 12.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Computer Science

Columbia University

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