Sonam Delkar
Tuart Hill,WA
Summary
Forward-thinking professional offering more than 3 years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
TOM's ITALIAN
10.2022 - Current
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Mentored junior chefs in culinary techniques, fostering a collaborative and learning-focused work environment.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations.
Chef
The Good Grocer Myaree IGA
08.2020 - Current
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Mentored junior chefs in culinary techniques, fostering a collaborative and learning-focused work environment.
- Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- Adapted menus seasonally, incorporating fresh produce to create visually appealing and flavorful dishes.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Managed food costs, sourcing ingredients from local suppliers to support community partnerships and sustainable practices.
- Introduced unique fusion cuisine concepts that garnered widespread praise from both customers and food critics alike.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
- Continually improved kitchen safety by enforcing strict hygiene protocols and staff training on equipment usage.
- Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
- Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
Education
Diploma - Hospitality Management
Perth College of Business And Technology
Perth, Western Australia07.2022
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Perth College of Business And Technology
Perth, Western Australia05.2022
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
Perth College of Business And Technology
Perth, Western Australia07.2021
High School Diploma -
Yangchenphu Higher Secondary School
Thimphu, Bhutan12.2006
Skills
- Made-to-order meals
- Team Training
- Creative Thinking
- Team Leadership
- Workflow Optimization
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Productivity Optimization
- Vegan Cooking
- Food spoilage prevention
- Customer Service
- Decision-Making
- Staff Scheduling
- Attention to Detail
- Food Preparing, Plating, and Presentation
- Catering and Events
- Food presentation
- Sanitation Practices
- Knife Skills
- Company quality standards
- Kitchen Management
- Vendor Management
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Allergen awareness
- Food inventories
- Food safety and sanitation
- Garnishing and Plating
- Braising Techniques
- Purchasing management
- Cleaning and sanitation
Reading and watching movies
I love to read and watch documentaries and movies that are made based on true stories.
Timeline
Chef
TOM's ITALIAN
10.2022 - Current
Chef
The Good Grocer Myaree IGA
08.2020 - Current
Diploma - Hospitality Management
Perth College of Business And Technology
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Perth College of Business And Technology
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
Perth College of Business And Technology
High School Diploma -
Yangchenphu Higher Secondary School
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