Suchintha Herath
Pakenham
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Southside Racing
Pakenham
06.2021 - Current
- Worked on all sections in kitchen ( Pans/ Larder / Grill / Pass) and made consistent high quality food presentations
- Was involved with race nights and busy food services
- Was part of annual Pakenham cup events and helped catering for large amount of patrons
- Assisting head chefs on functions
- Assisting head chef/ sous chef in ordering
- Followed cleaning schedules and high standards in kitchen cleanliness
- 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.
- Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
- Continually improved kitchen safety by enforcing strict hygiene protocols and staff training on equipment usage.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Developed innovative recipes, attracting new clientele and increasing overall sales.
- Introduced unique fusion cuisine concepts that garnered widespread praise from both customers and food critics alike.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
Chef
Ambula Sri Lankan Resturant
Berwick, VIC
09.2019 - 05.2021
- Worked on all sections in the kitchen
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Education
Hospitality Management
Acknowledge Education
Melbourne, VIC02.2021
Commercial Cookery Cert III And Cert IV
Acknowledge Education
10.2018
High School Diploma -
DS Senannayake College
Sri Lanka10.2013
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Knife Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Food quality
- Food presentation
- Effective Communications
- Grilling Techniques
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Ingredient Knowledge
- Recipes and menu planning
- Allergen awareness
- Sauce preparation
- Banquets and catering
- Portion and cost control
Languages
Sinhalees
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Reference
Leon Jayawardhana
Executive Chef Greyhounds Entertainment
Former Group Executive Chef Pakenham Racing
0401579054
Hussein Dergham
General Manager Southside racing
0421493368
Timeline
Chef
Southside Racing
06.2021 - Current
Chef
Ambula Sri Lankan Resturant
09.2019 - 05.2021
Hospitality Management
Acknowledge Education
Commercial Cookery Cert III And Cert IV
Acknowledge Education
High School Diploma -
DS Senannayake College