Supun Wedikkara
U 3 8-10 Kingsley Crt Yarrawonga,VIC
Summary
Proactive Assistant Cook and Personal Care Worker with extensive experience in preparing food orders, maintaining strict cleanliness standards, and adapting to menu changes. Skilled in food safety practices, innovative recipe development, and providing empathetic caregiving. Bringing strong organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure high-quality meal services and client satisfaction.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Cook
China Bar
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Prepared food orders to support waitstaff and other team members.
- Upheld strict cleanliness standards by regularly sanitizing all surfaces and equipment within the kitchen area.
- Adapted quickly to menu changes and special dietary requests from customers, ensuring guest satisfaction.
- Worked with chef to prepare daily food specials and other supplies.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Plated and garnished dishes for uniform presentation standards.
Assistant Cook
Shavans Pinewood
07.2021 - 09.2023
- Collaborated with team members to execute successful daily meal services.
- Maintained proper food safety practices, ensuring a healthy and safe dining environment for guests.
- Utilized excellent organizational skills to prioritize tasks effectively, ensuring a smooth workflow in the kitchen.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail while plating dishes, enhancing the overall presentation of each meal.
- Supported head chef in developing innovative recipes, resulting in higher customer satisfaction.
- Assisted catering teams during special events, ensuring timely delivery of exceptional meals while working under pressure.
- Prepared high-quality dishes by following prescribed recipes and adhering to strict quality standards.
- Mentored junior staff members by sharing knowledge of cooking techniques and best practices within the industry.
- Played key role in achieving positive health inspection scores by keeping kitchen area clean and up to code.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workstations.
Personal Care Worker
Just Better Care
05.2021 - 10.2022
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Developed trust-based relationships with both clients and their families through clear communication and empathetic caregiving approach.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized care and attention to their daily needs.
- Facilitated transportation for clients to attend appointments, social events, or run errands as needed.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Supported clients in maintaining independence with assistance in mobility and ambulation.
- Demonstrated respect for client privacy through discreet handling of sensitive information entrusted during care delivery.
- Prioritized safety measures within the home environment by identifying potential hazards and implementing preventive strategies.
Chef/Cook
One World Knox
03.2019 - 11.2021
- 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.
- 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.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
Education
Certificate III Individual Support
Nomi College
Melbourne02.2023
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
Altec College
Melbourne09.2021
Skills
- Food Preparation
- Baking basics
- Allergen awareness
- Kitchen Safety
- Food presentation
- Food Plating
- Sanitation Practices
- Cooking techniques
- Menu Planning
References
Available upon requests.
Timeline
Assistant Cook
China Bar
01.2023 - 02.2024
Assistant Cook
Shavans Pinewood
07.2021 - 09.2023
Personal Care Worker
Just Better Care
05.2021 - 10.2022
Chef/Cook
One World Knox
03.2019 - 11.2021
Certificate III Individual Support
Nomi College
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
Altec College