Sukhdeep Kaur
Melbourne
Summary
Dynamic Chef with a proven track record at Hotel Bellinzona, excelling in menu planning and recipe development. Renowned for creating innovative dishes that enhance customer satisfaction and drive repeat business. Skilled in food safety and inventory management, I lead teams to consistently deliver high-quality culinary experiences.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
HARRY DHANJAL
Williams Landing
03.2023 - Current
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Experimented with various ingredients and cooking techniques to develop new and flavorful dishes for customers.
- Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Developed creative ideas for special events or promotions involving food preparation or presentation.
- Placed frequently used ingredients in proper storage containers and placed perishable items in refrigerator.
- Instructed cooks and other workers in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
- Inspected kitchen equipment for cleanliness and functionality prior to use.
- Created tasty dishes using popular recipes, delighting patrons and generating return business.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Exercised portion control for items served, eliminating waste.
Chef
DEEPAK BHATIA
Melbourne
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Experimented with various ingredients and cooking techniques to develop new and flavorful dishes for customers.
- Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.
- Selected and developed recipes and planned menus, driving consistent food quality and production.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Developed creative ideas for special events or promotions involving food preparation or presentation.
- Placed frequently used ingredients in proper storage containers and placed perishable items in refrigerator.
- Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
Chef
Hotel Bellinzona
Daylesford
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Experimented with various ingredients and cooking techniques to develop new and flavorful dishes for customers.
- Placed frequently used ingredients in proper storage containers and placed perishable items in refrigerator.
- Liaised with vendors to purchase optimal recipe ingredients at cost-effective rates.
- Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
- Instructed cooks and other workers in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
- Created tasty dishes using popular recipes, delighting patrons and generating return business.
- Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.
Chef
Amrinder Singh
Werribee
04.2020 - 04.2022
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Experimented with various ingredients and cooking techniques to develop new and flavorful dishes for customers.
- Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.
- Supervised team members during meal service to ensure accuracy of orders.
- Placed frequently used ingredients in proper storage containers and placed perishable items in refrigerator.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Kept up to date with current culinary trends, as well as health and safety regulations.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Plated dishes using tasty garnishes and sauces to appeal to and delight patrons.
- Developed standard recipes and techniques for food preparation and presentation, promoting consistently high-quality food items.
- Suggested and prepared promotional dishes according to ingredient availability and customer preferences.
- Inspected freezers and refrigerators prior to each shift to check temperature levels and verify proper functionality.
Education
Commercial Cookery - Cookery
Acumen College
Melbourne 04-2022
MBA - Business
KAPLAN COLLEGE
Melbourne 10-2021
Skills
- Menu planning
- Recipe development
- Food safety
- Inventory management
Timeline
Chef
HARRY DHANJAL
03.2023 - Current
Chef
DEEPAK BHATIA
09.2022 - 02.2023
Chef
Hotel Bellinzona
05.2022 - 09.2022
Chef
Amrinder Singh
04.2020 - 04.2022
Commercial Cookery - Cookery
Acumen College
MBA - Business
KAPLAN COLLEGE