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SOTAN GALDEN

Lidcombe,NSW

Summary

Dynamic and detail-oriented Chef with extensive experience at Ippudo, recognized for reducing food waste through strategic menu planning. Skilled in food safety and sanitation, with a strong commitment to quality and customer service. Proven ability to train staff and maintain high standards in fast-paced environments.

Culinary professional with strong background in high-pressure kitchen environments. Expertise in menu development, ingredient sourcing, and maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation. Known for fostering collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and consistently achieving desired results. Skilled in team leadership, inventory management, and culinary innovation.

Forward-thinking professional offering more than Number years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Excellent and proven Type skills.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef

Kujira
01.2025 - Current
  • Customized meal plans for guests with dietary restrictions, ensuring welcoming and inclusive dining experience.
  • Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.

Chef Assistant

Montefiore
01.2023 - 05.2025
  • Prepared and cooked quality meals in high-volume, fast-paced service environments.
  • Followed recipes and instructions to achieve quality and presentation standards.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict sanitation guidelines for a safe kitchen environment.
  • Supported senior chefs with creative meal planning and recipe development.

Chef

Ippudo
01.2023 - 12.2024
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.

Education

Certificate IV In Kitchen Management - Cookery

Skyline International College
Burwood, NSW

Skills

  • Food safety and sanitation
  • Customer service
  • Knife skills
  • Cooking techniques
  • Food quality
  • Kitchen management
  • Food presentation
  • Meal preparation
  • Attention to detail
  • Ingredient knowledge
  • Frying techniques
  • Food plating and presentation
  • Allergen awareness
  • Sanitation guidelines
  • Plating techniques

Timeline

Chef

Kujira
01.2025 - Current

Chef Assistant

Montefiore
01.2023 - 05.2025

Chef

Ippudo
01.2023 - 12.2024

Certificate IV In Kitchen Management - Cookery

Skyline International College

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