Venkatesh Ramala
Sunshine Beach,QLD
Summary
To work with an organization that would give mean opportunity for personal growth and enhance my professional skills in the service industry.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
Frankies Restaurant
Sunshine Beach, QLD
02.2025 - Current
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Developed strong vendor relationships to secure fresh, quality ingredients at competitive prices while supporting local businesses whenever possible.
Chef
DOSA HUT
Aspley, QLD
12.2022 - 01.2025
- Lead, mentor, and manage the culinary team.
- Develop and plan menus and daily specials.
- Create prep lists for the kitchen crew.
- Manage food costs and inventory.
- Maintain standards for food storage, rotation, quality, and appearance.
- Ensure compliance with applicable health codes and regulations.
Sous Chef
HUMMING BIRD CAFÉ
10.2019 - 03.2022
- Directing the food preparation process and delegating tasks.
- Cooking and preparing high quality dishes.
- Supervising all kitchen stations.
- Supervising, motivating and working closely with other Chefs.
Sous Chef
PROST(YARDHOUSEBEWERYPVT.Ltd)
08.2016 - 09.2019
- Assisting the Head Chef to create menu items, recipes and develop dishes.
- Being responsible for food hygiene practices.
- Ensuring food quality and excellent standards are maintained for all dishes.
- Being responsible for health and safety.
- Assisting with determining food inventory needs, stocking and ordering.
- Ensuring the kitchen meets all regulations including sanitary and food safety guidelines.
Chef de Partie
LSV (LASANO VIDDA)
12.2014 - 07.2016
- Preparing, cooking and presenting high quality dishes within the speciality section.
- Assisting the Head Chef and Sous Chef in creating menu items.
- Preparing meat and fish.
- Assisting with the management of health and safety.
Line Cook
1800C OVEN
11.2013 - 12.2014
- Prepare and cook menu items such as dressings, sauces, appetizers, sides, and entrees.
- Prep, wash, and chop meal components for larger dishes.
- Plate meals according to the instructions of the executive chef.
- Restock kitchen items.
- Wash and sanitize dishes, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
Café Maestro
Citymax Hospitality (India) Private Limited
08.2012 - 10.2013
- Preparing and serving hot and cold drinks such as coffee, tea, artisan and speciality beverages.
- Cleaning and sanitising work areas, utensils and equipment.
- Cleaning service and seating areas.
- Describing menu items and suggesting products to customers.
- Servicing customers and taking orders.
Commi-I
KSQUARE LOUNGE
03.2010 - 05.2012
- Set up daily misc-en-place at allotted station.
- Work as a part team.
- Set the live station counter in the lunch buffet.
- Following of the companies ‘policy related to food hygiene.
Commi-III
ADECCO (JAVA GREEN COFFEE & MORE)
04.2008 - 02.2010
Education
BHM - Bachelor of hotel management
Institute of Hotel Management
01.2007
Intermediate - undefined
Bharath Junior College
01.2005
S.S.C - undefined
The Board of Secondary Education, ZPS SCHOOL
01.2003
Skills
- Food safety
- Kitchen management
- Team management
- Menu development
Languages
Telugu
English
Hindi
Achievements And Training
Attended RUCI & IDONI Training Certificate, Hyderabad, 6-Months
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- Date of Birth: 12-04-1987
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Head Chef
Frankies Restaurant
02.2025 - Current
Chef
DOSA HUT
12.2022 - 01.2025
Sous Chef
HUMMING BIRD CAFÉ
10.2019 - 03.2022
Sous Chef
PROST(YARDHOUSEBEWERYPVT.Ltd)
08.2016 - 09.2019
Chef de Partie
LSV (LASANO VIDDA)
12.2014 - 07.2016
Line Cook
1800C OVEN
11.2013 - 12.2014
Café Maestro
Citymax Hospitality (India) Private Limited
08.2012 - 10.2013
Commi-I
KSQUARE LOUNGE
03.2010 - 05.2012
Commi-III
ADECCO (JAVA GREEN COFFEE & MORE)
04.2008 - 02.2010
Intermediate - undefined
Bharath Junior College
S.S.C - undefined
The Board of Secondary Education, ZPS SCHOOL
BHM - Bachelor of hotel management
Institute of Hotel Management