Sumeet Pal Kaur
Munno Para,SA
Summary
Dynamic and disciplined Chef with extensive experience at Dairy Queen, skilled in food safety and meal preparation. Proven track record of enhancing customer satisfaction through effective communication and team collaboration. Achieved significant reductions in food waste through strategic menu planning and inventory control, while maintaining high-quality standards in fast-paced environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Dairy Queen
2022.04 - 2025.03
- 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.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
Line Cook
Ribs and Burgers
2024.04 - 2024.12
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Chef Assistant
TGI Fridays
2020.02 - 2022.04
- 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.
- Assisted head chef in menu planning for optimal ingredient utilization and minimized food waste.
Chef
Arcare Aged Care
2019.04 - 2022.04
- 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.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Continually improved kitchen safety by enforcing strict hygiene protocols and staff training on equipment usage.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
Education
Advanced Diploma - Hospitality Management
AAPOLY
Diploma - Hospitality Management
Aapoly
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
AApoly
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Aapoly
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Customer service
- Cooking techniques
- Food quality
- Meal preparation
- Effective communications
- Team collaboration
- Staff coordination
Reference
Anita S. - Arcare Aged Care | 0435 544 933
Kuljeet Kaur | 0411 107 604
Alisha Khanna - Ribs and Burgers | 0450 203 411
Timeline
Line Cook
Ribs and Burgers
2024.04 - 2024.12
Chef
Dairy Queen
2022.04 - 2025.03
Chef Assistant
TGI Fridays
2020.02 - 2022.04
Chef
Arcare Aged Care
2019.04 - 2022.04
Advanced Diploma - Hospitality Management
AAPOLY
Diploma - Hospitality Management
Aapoly
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
AApoly
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Aapoly