Suraj Kandel
Darwin,NT
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in food preparation and customer service, notably at Meli, where I enhanced kitchen efficiency and ensured high guest satisfaction. Proficient in cooking techniques and kitchen organization, I excel in creating visually appealing dishes while fostering positive guest engagement. Committed to maintaining food safety and sanitation standards.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
AIN (Placement)
Calvery
Ryde, NSW
01.2025 - 02.2025
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living, providing personal care, mobility assistance, and other support under the supervision of a registered nurse.
Cook
Meli
Annandale, NSW
07.2024 - 02.2025
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
Restaurant Waiter
Cairo Takeaway
Newtown, NSW
05.2024 - 02.2025
- Garnished dishes and beverages to serve visually appealing menu items.
- Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
- Delivered food to tables in a timely manner while ensuring correct temperatures were maintained.
- Checked on guests during meals to ensure satisfaction with each course.
COOk
Corner Smith
Annandale, NSW
12.2022 - 02.2024
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
Education
Bachelor in Information Technology -
Charles Darwin University
Darwin, NTHigh School Diploma -
Vijaya Samudayik Siksha Sadan
Chitwan, Nepal09-2021
Skills
- Observing responses
- Documenting behaviors
- Conducting intakes
- Vital sign recording
- Care plan implementation
- Infection control procedures
- Feeding assistance
- Cooking
- Grilling
- Cutting and slicing techniques
- Food waste reduction
- Plating and presentation
- Food preparation
- Kitchen organization
- Customer service
- Table setting
- Guest engagement
- Food safety awareness
Certification
- NSW Driving License
- Certificate IV: Aged Care
Languages
English
Professional
Nepali
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Professional
Timeline
AIN (Placement)
Calvery
01.2025 - 02.2025
Cook
Meli
07.2024 - 02.2025
Restaurant Waiter
Cairo Takeaway
05.2024 - 02.2025
COOk
Corner Smith
12.2022 - 02.2024
Bachelor in Information Technology -
Charles Darwin University
High School Diploma -
Vijaya Samudayik Siksha Sadan
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