Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
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Thashmila Ukwaththa Liyanage

5 Wheelwright Street, Clyde North ,Australia

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. High-performing individual with solid background in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef

Piatella Cafe Bar
11.2024 - Current
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.

Chef

Explorers Early Learning
10.2023 - 11.2024
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.

Chef

Novotel Hotel
02.2023 - 10.2023
  • Exercised portion control for items served, eliminating waste.
  • Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
  • Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
  • Developed standard recipes and techniques for food preparation and presentation, promoting consistently high-quality food items.
  • Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.

Chef

Mulgrave Country Club
04.2022 - 02.2023
  • Responsible for working in the kitchen under pressure
  • Always making food with high standard and good presentation
  • Training staff as directed by chef-in-charge
  • Lead, mentor and manage culinary team
  • Safety and cleanliness of all kitchen and food storage areas
  • Following correct hygienic food handling Practice
  • Optimizing the use of restaurant resources.

Education

IV in Commercial Cookery - Hospitality

Stott's College
11-2021

III in Commercial Cookery - Hospitality

Stott's College
11-2021

Diploma of Hospitality Management - Hospitality

Stott's College
11-2021

Skills

  • Ability to Work Under Pressure
  • Ability to Multitask
  • Fast Learner
  • Ability to Work in a Team
  • Time Management Skills
  • Knowledge of Food Chemistry
  • Excellent Customer Service Skills
  • Quality Assurance
  • Company Safety Standards
  • Cost Control
  • Menu Development

Accomplishments

  • Employe of the month at Mulgrave Country Club
  • Trade Recognition Australian Qualification
  • Food Safety Handling Certificate
  • Responsible Service of Alcohol certificate

Timeline

Chef

Piatella Cafe Bar
11.2024 - Current

Chef

Explorers Early Learning
10.2023 - 11.2024

Chef

Novotel Hotel
02.2023 - 10.2023

Chef

Mulgrave Country Club
04.2022 - 02.2023

III in Commercial Cookery - Hospitality

Stott's College

Diploma of Hospitality Management - Hospitality

Stott's College

IV in Commercial Cookery - Hospitality

Stott's College
Thashmila Ukwaththa Liyanage