Teresia Kyalo
Cannonvale,QLD
Summary
Highly skilled Commis Chef with experience in preparing a diverse range of cuisines and assisting lead chefs. Demonstrated ability to handle high-pressure kitchen environments while maintaining quality standards. Known for creativity in menu development, food presentation skills, and commitment to maintaining cleanliness in kitchen areas. Contributed significantly to enhancing customer satisfaction by delivering consistently delicious meals at previous establishments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Commi Chef
Traverse Alpine Group
01.2024 - 02.2025
- Oversee the reception of deliveries, organize stock, and responsible for stock rotation to ensure fresh ingredients are always available.
- Keep the workstations and the kitchen area clean, adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Tracked inventory levels of foods and supplies used in daily production.
- Controlled usage of all products to reduce wastefulness.
- Worked closely with other cooks and kitchen staff during service periods to ensure efficient operations.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service promptly and professionally.
- Prepared and cooked food items according to recipes, portioning, and presentation specifications.
- Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
- Adhered to established standards for product presentations, flavor profiles, and plate design set forth by Head Chef.
- Monitored stock levels of ingredients and kitchen supplies.
Commi Chef
Pullman Reef Casino
11.2022 - 01.2024
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
- Ensured proper storage of food items at correct temperature according to health code standards.
- Improved performance of team members resulting in high-quality meals produced daily.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Tracked inventory levels of foods and supplies used in daily production.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service promptly and professionally.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Worked closely with other cooks and kitchen staff during service periods to ensure efficient operations.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing, slicing, mincing vegetables.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
- Maintained a clean working area at all times in compliance with health codes.
- Placed frequently used ingredients in proper storage containers and placed perishable items in refrigerator.
- Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
Cook
Tafe Tropics Restaurant
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Took inventory counts before and after shifts to complete food inventory or storage sheets.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
- Prepared a wide range of dishes according to menu specifications and chef instructions.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
Cook
Serpent Bar
05.2021 - 11.2021
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
Cook
Shangri La Hotel
05.2021 - 05.2021
- Ensure all mise-en-place is always freshly prepared and on time.
- Ensure all dishes are being prepared to the correct recipe and to the correct quantity.
- Monitor and ensure that the production, preparation and presentation of food are of the highest quality at all times.
- Preparing and managing breakfast service and assisting with lunch service.
Hemingways Brewery
12.2020 - 01.2021
- Setting up the kitchen prior to a restaurant’s opening
- Assisting with marinating, cutting and precooking foods
- Cleaning the kitchen before the restaurant closes
- Cleaning and sanitizing their area with warm water and soap
- Wrapping unused items and storing them in proper areas at the end of a shift
- Plating food creatively and maximizing customer enjoyment
Food and Beverage Attendant
Pullman’s Hyde Park Hotel
08.2018 - 11.2020
- Proven ability to provide guest with personal attention to make them more comfortable in the environment
- Known to work perfectly in a fast-paced environment
- Able to do minibar and room service unsupervised
- Demonstrate accuracy in cashiering, cash handling and credit-card processing
- Maintain refrigerator temperature logs
- Maintain, stock and display food accordingly to company policy
- Relay and prepare food and beverage orders using safe food handling techniques
Food and Beverage Attendant/Barista
Ovolo Woolloomooloo
07.2017 - 07.2018
- Focus under pressure allowing for an efficient, error-free job
- Possessing strong interpersonal skills resulting in outstanding communication, teamwork, flexibility, and cohesiveness with fellow co-workers.
- Working on registers daily to authorize returns and exchanges, and audit receipts.
- Performing all support tasks such as cleaning cases and equipment, and restocking display cases.
Food and Beverage Attendant/ Banqueting Attendant
Waldorf Leura Garden Resort
04.2017 - 07.2017
- Set up, pack down and clean various areas for different functions and events.
- Ensured the guests receive high quality service
- Ensured that health and safety and procedures are respected and adhered to
- Promoted team spirit and ensured effective two-way communication
Front Office Agent /Housekeeping
Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School
Leura, NSW
04.2017 - 06.2017
- Check-in/check-out hotel guests courteously and efficiently; process all payments according to established hotel requirements and provide information and assistance to all guests and visitors
- Anticipate guests needs respond promptly and acknowledge all guests
- Responded to guest inquiries and in a timely, friendly and efficient manner
- Assisted fellow team members and other departments wherever necessary to maintain positive working relationship responsible for the overall cleanliness and sanitation of the residents' rooms, bathrooms and common areas including scrubbing, mopping, vacuuming, polishing, dusting, windows and using germicides
Food and Beverage Attendant/A la carte waiter
Ayers Rock Voyagers Resort
07.2016 - 01.2017
- Managed to run multiple tables in a given section
- Cleared and reset tables for new customers with efficiency
- Took multiple orders and processed bills using MICROs
- Worked well within a busy, often fast-paced environment
- Responded to customer’s questions regarding menu items and specials
Food and Beverage Attendant
Chambers Fine Dining Restaurant, Yu & Me and Cookies Café
Leura, NSW
04.2016 - 07.2016
- Company Overview: Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School
- Provided strong level of customer service
- Performed at a high standard while working long hours and under pressure
- Prepared various cocktails and barista-style coffees
- Performed opening and closing duties as required
- Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School
Food and Beverage Attendant
Karen Country Club
08.2014 - 01.2015
- Ensured food met high standards
- Greeted guests in a courteous and welcoming manner
- Responded and attended to guest requests
- Made suggestions to guests on menu items
Education
Certificate Iv - Commercial Cookery
Tafe Queensland
Cairns01-2023
Diploma - Hospitality Management
Tafe Queensland
Cairns01-2023
Bachelor of Business - International Hotel and Resort Management
Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School at Torrens University
Leura, NSW, Australia07.2018
Skills
- Food preparation
- Quality control
- Recipe adherence
- Station cleanliness
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Waste reduction
- Health regulations
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability to change
- Communication skills
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving abilities
- High hygienic standards
- Problem-solving
- Kitchen equipment and tools
- Stock rotation
- Sanitation guidelines
Certification
Responsible Service of Alcohol RSA Certificate NSW
References
- Debby Elicya, Junior sous chef, Traverse Alpine Group, +61 494 029 374, debbyelicyatambun@gmail.com
- Charith Shalitha, Sous chef, Traverse Alpine Group, +61 467 225 212, charithshalitha2@gmail.com
- Paul Park, Sous Chef, Pullman Reef Hotel Casino, +61(0)7 4030 8888, Paul.Park@Reefcasino.com.au
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Kiswahili, Fluent
Timeline
Commi Chef
Traverse Alpine Group
01.2024 - 02.2025
Commi Chef
Pullman Reef Casino
11.2022 - 01.2024
Cook
Shangri La Hotel
05.2021 - 05.2021
Cook
Serpent Bar
05.2021 - 11.2021
Cook
Tafe Tropics Restaurant
01.2021 - 06.2022
Hemingways Brewery
12.2020 - 01.2021
Food and Beverage Attendant
Pullman’s Hyde Park Hotel
08.2018 - 11.2020
Food and Beverage Attendant/Barista
Ovolo Woolloomooloo
07.2017 - 07.2018
Food and Beverage Attendant/ Banqueting Attendant
Waldorf Leura Garden Resort
04.2017 - 07.2017
Front Office Agent /Housekeeping
Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School
04.2017 - 06.2017
Food and Beverage Attendant/A la carte waiter
Ayers Rock Voyagers Resort
07.2016 - 01.2017
Food and Beverage Attendant
Chambers Fine Dining Restaurant, Yu & Me and Cookies Café
04.2016 - 07.2016
Food and Beverage Attendant
Karen Country Club
08.2014 - 01.2015
Certificate Iv - Commercial Cookery
Tafe Queensland
Diploma - Hospitality Management
Tafe Queensland
Bachelor of Business - International Hotel and Resort Management
Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School at Torrens University