SYED MOHAMMAD SAIDUL HAQUE
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Senior Head Chef with over 20 years of experience in Italian cuisine and high-volume restaurants. Strong leadership in team management, menu development, food cost control, and kitchen operations. Skilled at designing creative menus while maintaining high food quality standards. Seeking a Head Chef or Executive Chef role in Melbourne.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef / Chef Manager
Cucina Italiana, Crown Melbourne
Melbourne, VIC
02.2021 - 02.2025
- Managed daily kitchen operations in a high-volume Italian restaurant
- Led and trained kitchen staff for consistent food quality
- Developed Italian menus including pasta, risotto, and wood-fired pizzas
- Controlled food cost, ordering, inventory, and waste
- Ensured compliance with food safety and hygiene standards
Chef Owner
32 Italia, Glen Iris
Glen Iris
02.2021 - 02.2025
- Oversaw kitchen operations and staff recruitment
- Designed seasonal menus and daily specials with high-quality standards
- Managed stock, ordering, and food cost
- Delivered consistent Italian cuisine
Head Chef
Just Italy, Glen Iris
Glen Iris
10.2019 - 02.2021
- Led kitchen team and supervised operations
- Developed and implemented menu items
- Maintained food quality and controlled costs
Sous Chef
Santoni Pizza & Bar, Hawthorn
Hawthorn
04.2018 - 10.2019
- Supported Head Chef in daily operations and food prep
- Maintained quality and hygiene standards
Head Chef
Café La Via, Malvern
Malvern
12.2015 - 04.2018
- Managed kitchen and staff
- Designed menus and controlled food costs
- Maintained smooth service
Head Chef
Blackbird Café, Port Melbourne
Port Melbourne
09.2011 - 11.2015
- Led kitchen team in a fast-paced environment
- Maintained food consistency and quality
- Managed stock and ordering
Earlier Experience
Various Melbourne Venues
Melbourne
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Worked in multiple Italian and Australian restaurants
- Gained experience in pasta, pizza, and grill
Education
Bachelor of Hotel, Restaurant & Catering Management - undefined
Victoria University
Diploma of Hospitality Management - undefined
Holmesglen Institute of TAFE
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
Certificate II - Hospitality Operations
Skills
Italian Cuisine (Pasta, Risotto, Wood Fire Pizza)
Head Chef & Kitchen Leadership
Menu Development & Costing
Food Cost & Waste Control
Stock Control & Ordering
Staff Training & Rostering
Food Safety & Hygiene (HACCP)
High-Volume Service
Team Leadership & Coaching
Kitchen Operations Management
Timeline
Head Chef / Chef Manager
Cucina Italiana, Crown Melbourne
02.2021 - 02.2025
Chef Owner
32 Italia, Glen Iris
02.2021 - 02.2025
Head Chef
Just Italy, Glen Iris
10.2019 - 02.2021
Sous Chef
Santoni Pizza & Bar, Hawthorn
04.2018 - 10.2019
Head Chef
Café La Via, Malvern
12.2015 - 04.2018
Head Chef
Blackbird Café, Port Melbourne
09.2011 - 11.2015
Earlier Experience
Various Melbourne Venues
01.2009 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Hotel, Restaurant & Catering Management - undefined
Victoria University
Diploma of Hospitality Management - undefined
Holmesglen Institute of TAFE