SUBIN ZACHARIAH
Main Avenue,Wavell Heights ,Queensland
Summary
Experienced and professionally trained chef with a diverse culinary background, including extensive experience in a variety of cuisines. Possessing a Permanent Resident Visa, I have gained one year of valuable experience in Australia, along with eight years of exceptional service in a prestigious hospital in the UAE. Prior to that, I honed my skills for over five years in various renowned restaurants and hotels in both the UAE and India. Now seeking exciting and challenging opportunities to further advance my career.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Zouki Cafe
Queensland
02.2024 - Current
- Ensured operational freezer and refrigerator temperatures before commencing shifts.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
Junior Sous Chef
Fassco Catering Cleveland
Abudhabi, UAE
09.2015 - 12.2023
- Responsible for the preparation of either the entire line of meats and entrees, vegetables or soups/gravies, and bakery products for one or more meal services per day
- Prepares and cooks a full range of foods hot/cold for bulk and for single orders including, but not limited to, room service
- Performs quality control checks on food as required
- Assists junior cooks in performing food preparation tasks, to ensure that a variety of foods are prepared simultaneously so that meals are completed and served at times needed
- Maintains a clean, orderly, and sanitary work area
- Monitors equipment and supplies, as well as maintains temperatures
- Prepares food to meet special dietary requirements of the patients
- Ensures that all stock is within the 'Best Before' or 'Use by' dates
- Modified existing recipes based on availability of ingredients or customer requests
- Assisted in developing recipes for special events or catering functions
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry
- Trained and supervised junior cooks in proper culinary techniques
- Checked quality of raw materials prior to use in order to maintain high standards of product presentation
- Supervised team members during meal services ensuring orders are accurate and delivered timely
Chef de Partie
Dubai, UAE
04.2012 - 09.2015
- Worked successfully with a diverse set of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to products and services
- Prioritize and organize tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals
Demi Chef de Partie
Kerala, India
03.2009 - 01.2012
Education
BACHELOR OF HOTEL MANAGEMENT -
GRADUATE SCHOOL OF HOTEL ADMINISTRATION
01.2008
Skills
- COMMUNICATIONS WORKSTATIONS
- FOOD PREPARATION SCHEDULING
- QUALITY CONTROL STOCK ROTATION
- COOKING RECIPES
- FOOD SAFETY SANITATION
- HYGIENE
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 04/24/85
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
- Visa Status: Permanent Resident
Timeline
Chef
Zouki Cafe
02.2024 - Current
Junior Sous Chef
Fassco Catering Cleveland
09.2015 - 12.2023
Chef de Partie
04.2012 - 09.2015
Demi Chef de Partie
03.2009 - 01.2012
BACHELOR OF HOTEL MANAGEMENT -
GRADUATE SCHOOL OF HOTEL ADMINISTRATION