Umesh Nayoma Amarasekara
Cranbourne,Australia
Summary
A dedicated and reliable professional with over six years of experience as a full-time chef and one year of experience as a passenger driver. Strong background in delivering exceptional customer service, working under pressure, managing time effectively, and maintaining high safety and quality standards. Recognised for being punctual, adaptable, and dependable, with excellent communication skills and a positive attitude. An Australian citizen with a strong work ethic and a commitment to continuous learning, now seeking new opportunities where I can apply my transferable skills, contribute to a professional team, and build a long-term career.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Arcare
Clyde North, victoria
04.2026 - Current
- Prepared diverse meals following dietary guidelines for residents' nutritional needs.
- Managed kitchen inventory, ensuring fresh and quality ingredients were always available.
- Collaborated with staff to design menus tailored to resident preferences, enhancing dining experience.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food safety standards and proper cooking techniques.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations daily.
- Monitored food preparation processes, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.
- Assisted in special events by designing and executing themed meal presentations.
- Adjusted menu items based on resident feedback, increasing overall satisfaction with meals.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
Uber Driver
Uber
Melbourne, VIC
09.2025 - Current
- Navigated city routes efficiently to provide timely rides for passengers.
- Maintained a clean and safe vehicle to ensure passenger comfort and satisfaction.
- Communicated effectively with riders to confirm pick-up and drop-off locations.
- Managed customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly during trips.
- Monitored traffic patterns to optimize route selection for quicker travel times.
- Utilized app features to track ride requests and respond quickly to changes.
- Provided exceptional customer service through friendly interactions with passengers.
- Collected feedback from riders to enhance the overall driving experience.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Complied with traffic regulations to safely operate vehicles.
- Checked condition of vehicle's tires, brakes or safety equipment to verify working order.
- Followed safety regulations and state laws governing vehicle operation.
- Maintained strict compliance with safety rules for passenger and driver protection.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
Chef de Partie
Hotel Phillip Island
Cowes, Australia
02.2024 - Current
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes and presentation standards.
- Managed daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficient workflow and team collaboration.
- Supervised junior kitchen staff, providing guidance and training on culinary techniques.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, adhering to health regulations.
- Monitored inventory levels, coordinating with suppliers for timely stock replenishment.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service during peak hours.
- Prepared a variety of sauces from scratch according to recipes or customer requests.
- Monitored food preparation techniques to ensure that high-quality products were served consistently.
Chef de Partie
MMM Moorabbin
Moorabbin, Australia
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes and presentation standards.
- Managed daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficient workflow and team collaboration.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, adhering to health regulations.
- Assisted in menu planning, contributing creative ideas for seasonal offerings.
- Monitored inventory levels, coordinating with suppliers for timely stock replenishment.
Chef de Partie
Baxter Tavern
Baxter, Australia
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Managed daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficient workflow and team collaboration.
- Supervised junior kitchen staff, providing guidance and training on culinary techniques.
- Monitored inventory levels, coordinating with suppliers for timely stock replenishment.
- Managed food usage with proper stock rotation to prevent spoilage.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Maintained cleanliness in the kitchen area by washing dishes and wiping down surfaces after each shift.
Chef
King Island Hotel
Currie, Australia
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Prepared diverse dishes following established recipes and presentation standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper cooking techniques and safety practices.
Commis Chef
Stomping Ground
Collingwood, Australia
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Followed food safety guidelines to ensure high-quality standards.
- Stocked kitchen supplies and monitored inventory levels regularly.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
- Learned new cooking techniques and recipes from senior chefs.
- Rotated food stock, using up older items first and rejecting expired goods.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing, slicing, mincing vegetables.
- Assisted higher-level chefs in the preparation of more complex dishes.
- Prepared and cooked food items according to recipes, portioning, and presentation specifications.
Commis Chef
Mamma Franca's
Mordialloc, Australia
06.2020 - 02.2021
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items and specials.
- Assisted chefs in cooking and plating dishes during busy service times.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in the kitchen environment.
- Followed food safety guidelines to ensure high-quality standards.
- Stocked kitchen supplies and monitored inventory levels regularly.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
- Learned new cooking techniques and recipes from senior chefs.
- Rotated food stock, using up older items first and rejecting expired goods.
- Prepared and cooked food items according to recipes, portioning, and presentation specifications.
Education
Certificate 3 - Commercial Cookery
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Melbourne, VIC02-2020
Certificate 4 - Commercial Cookery
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Melbourne, VIC02-2020
Diploma - Hospitality Management
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Melbourne, VIC02-2020
Bachelor of Science - Software Engineering
Java Institute For Technologies
Colombo02-2016
Skills
- Inventory management
- Health regulations
- Kitchen operations
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Quality assurance
- Communication skills
- Training and development
- Safety compliance
- Cooking techniques
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Food safety
- Leadership skills
Timeline
Chef
Arcare
04.2026 - Current
Uber Driver
Uber
09.2025 - Current
Chef de Partie
Hotel Phillip Island
02.2024 - Current
Chef de Partie
MMM Moorabbin
09.2023 - 01.2024
Chef de Partie
Baxter Tavern
08.2022 - 09.2023
Chef
King Island Hotel
01.2022 - 08.2022
Commis Chef
Stomping Ground
02.2021 - 01.2022
Commis Chef
Mamma Franca's
06.2020 - 02.2021
Certificate 3 - Commercial Cookery
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Certificate 4 - Commercial Cookery
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Diploma - Hospitality Management
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Bachelor of Science - Software Engineering
Java Institute For Technologies