Storm Sadzius
Summary
High-performing Chef offering 8 years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
Lillypod Café
Palmwoods, QLD
06.2022 - Current
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Collaborated with front-of-house team to ensure seamless service during high-volume periods, resulting in increased customer satisfaction rates.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- Expanded and improved upon baking knowledge and techniques.
Chef De Partie
Drift Bar
Caloundra, QLD
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
- Prepared items for roasting, grilling, frying, and baking.
- Reduced food waste by carefully monitoring inventory levels and adjusting orders accordingly.
- Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.
Chef De Partie
Secrets On The Lake
Montville, QLD
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
- Operated all kitchen equipment safely to prevent injuries.
- Contributed to a positive kitchen atmosphere through effective communication and collaboration with team members.
- Prepared items for roasting, grilling, frying, and baking.
- Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.
- Managed inventory efficiently, rotating stock to ensure freshness while minimizing spoilage or waste.
Chef De Partie
Marble Bar Bistro
Noosa, QLD
04.2023 - 05.2023
- Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
- Reduced food waste by carefully monitoring inventory levels and adjusting orders accordingly.
- Prepared items for roasting, grilling, frying, and baking.
Chef De Partie
Backlane Bar & Street Foods
Mooloolabah, QLD
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Operated all kitchen equipment safely to prevent injuries.
- Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
- Contributed to a positive kitchen atmosphere through effective communication and collaboration with team members.
- Prepared items for roasting, sautéing, frying, and baking.
- Reduced food waste by carefully monitoring inventory levels and adjusting orders accordingly.
- Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.
Head Chef
Moondoggy's Café
Noosa, QLD
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Elevated restaurant''s reputation by consistently creating high-quality, innovative dishes and maintaining top-notch presentation standards.
- Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency through effective staff scheduling and proper inventory management.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
Chef De Partie
Local Flow Eatery
Maroochydore, QLD
10.2020 - 12.2021
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Contributed to a positive kitchen atmosphere through effective communication and collaboration with team members.
- Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.
- Managed inventory efficiently, rotating stock to ensure freshness while minimizing spoilage or waste.
- Increased overall restaurant ratings with consistently well-executed dishes that exceeded guest expectations.
Chef Apprentice
Palmwoods Hotel
Palmwoods, QLD
05.2018 - 05.2019
- Expanded culinary repertoire through continuous learning of new techniques and cuisines under the guidance of experienced chefs.
- Maintained a well-organized workstation to minimize downtime between orders and ensure seamless food preparation processes.
- Ensured strict adherence to food safety guidelines, maintaining a clean and safe work environment at all times.
- Rotated through all prep stations to learn different techniques.
Cook
Rick's Garage
Palmwoods, QLD
07.2017 - 11.2017
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies for maximum productivity.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
- Worked efficiently in a small and very busy kitchen.
Chef Apprentice
Cherry Blossom Tree
Mooloolabah, QLD
09.2015 - 03.2017
- Set up food stations by following chef's orders.
- Displayed adaptability by quickly learning new menu items as they were introduced into the rotation.
- Prepared cooking ingredients for chef.
- Developed strong knife skills through regular practice under the guidance of experienced chefs.
- Continuously expanded asian cuisine knowledge and plating techniques under seasoned chefs.
- Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
- Learned cleaning and sanitisation techniques that have been used and passed on all throughout my career.
Education
Cerftificate III in Commercial Cookery - Chef Training
TAFE Queensland
Mooloolabah, QLD05.2019
Year 12 Grad. Certificate -
St John’s College
Nambour, QLD2012
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Knife Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Food quality
- Meal Preparation
- Effective Communications
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Food plating and presentation
- Verbal and written communication
- Cleaning and sanitation
Timeline
Chef De Partie
Drift Bar
07.2023 - 01.2024
Chef De Partie
Secrets On The Lake
05.2023 - 06.2023
Chef De Partie
Marble Bar Bistro
04.2023 - 05.2023
Chef De Partie
Backlane Bar & Street Foods
01.2023 - 03.2023
Head Chef
Lillypod Café
06.2022 - Current
Head Chef
Moondoggy's Café
01.2022 - 08.2022
Chef De Partie
Local Flow Eatery
10.2020 - 12.2021
Chef Apprentice
Palmwoods Hotel
05.2018 - 05.2019
Cook
Rick's Garage
07.2017 - 11.2017
Chef Apprentice
Cherry Blossom Tree
09.2015 - 03.2017
Cerftificate III in Commercial Cookery - Chef Training
TAFE Queensland
Year 12 Grad. Certificate -
St John’s College