VERONICA LUCIA AYUDE
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
My work ethic is active, powerful and organized, adapting different techniques according to the needs of each company or project, respecting objectives, contributing all my knowledge and tools to maximize profits and productivity. Maintaining quality standards, respecting safety and hygiene protocols to guarantee the quality and conservation of the final product, seeking to standardize and improve the development of each batch or sector.
I have great leadership and problem-solving skills, I develop in a line of respect and camaraderie, creating a good working environment that is essential to function evenly, attending to the needs of each person individually since we are all different and the goal is to make a team enhancing the abilities of each individual and respecting their shortcomings or weaknesses.
I am curious and very creative. I like to blend different culinary traditions, playing with local products and recipes from different cultures, I have 10 years of experience as a chef
I work with a lot of communication, it is essential to achieve the objectives and transmit a clear concept in the operation of a work team and thus see the quality reflected in the final product for its commercialization.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Catering Chef
O'BRIEN GROUP AUSTRALIA
Melbourne , Victoria
2024.01 - Current
- Provided guidance to staff regarding kitchen operations, equipment use, and safety protocols during catering events.
- Adjusted recipes as necessary based on customer feedback from previous catering engagements.
- Organized storage areas for food items purchased for catering services in accordance with health standards.
- Planned seating arrangements according to number of guests attending each catered event.
Chef
Caruggi
Geelong , Victoria
2024.01 - 2024.04
- Trained new chefs on proper cooking techniques and menu items.
- FRESH PASTA AND PIZZA PREPARATION
- • TRADITIONAL ITALIAN DESSERTS
- • GENERAL PRODUCTION FOR DAILY SERVICE
Dairy Farmer
Longroad Dairy Farm
Nirranda South , Victoria
2023.07 - 2023.12
- Feeding, milking and caring for cows, goats and other animals.
- Collecting data on milk production, herd size, fertiliser usage and other relevant metrics.
- Organising transport arrangements for animals being sold or moved off-site.
- Complying with industry regulations regarding food safety standards, animal welfare practices and environmental sustainability requirements.
- Order from 600 cows
Catering Professionals
FiFo WA
WA , Perth Western
2023.07 - 2023.07
- Developed and implemented new menu items to meet customer needs.
- Maintained a clean and organized kitchen environment.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure fresh ingredients were available for daily operations.
- Resolved conflicts among team members quickly and effectively.
- Supervised food production to ensure quality standards were met.
Head Chef
Gastrovinari SRL
Barcelona , Spain
2019.12 - 2023.06
- Organized kitchen staff to ensure efficient operations during peak service hours.
- Developed menus and recipes for a variety of dishes, including appetizers, entrees, desserts, and specialty items.
- Monitored food production to guarantee quality standards were met.
- Resolved conflicts between kitchen staff members in a professional manner.
- Performed regular maintenance tasks such as cleaning equipment, utensils, floors, walls, ensuring that all areas are kept clean and sanitary at all times.
- Organized special events such as banquets or catering services when required.
Agricultural Technician
Escuela Agropecuaria
Argentina, Buenos Aires
2012.03 - 2013.01
- Agricultural Productivity, Agricultural Production Support, Plan Agricultural Activities, Production Technique, Agricultural Education, care and maintenance of dairy cows, dairy tasks, Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations, manufacture of cheeses and milk derivatives suitable for consumption and commercialization, artisanal and mechanical milking, milk pasteurization
Education
Certificate - RSA
Galaxy Training Australia
Vic2024-01
Certificate - Food Handling
DoFoodSafely
Geelong, VIC2023-07
Certificate - Kitchen Direction
Sepe
Barcelona2022-04
Certificate - Coffee Barista
Barista School
Barcelona2020-04
No Degree - Veterinary Medicine (Pre-Veterinarian)
Universidad Del Centro De La Provincia De Bs.As Argentina
01.2016
Some College (No Degree) - Master Baker
Agrotechnical School
Argentina2012-01
Agricultural Technique - Agricultural Business Technology
Agrotechnical School
12.2011
Grado Medio - Ecological Gardening
Argentina
07.2009
Skills
- Different Culinary Techniques
- Catering Supervision
- Food Safety Regulations
● Performance Improvement Monitoring
● Operational Reports
● Purchasing Management
● Hiring, Training and Development
● Resource Management
● Financial Analysis
● Scheduling
● Process Improvement
● Tool Preparation
● Workflow Optimization
● High-Volume Environments
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Catalan
Full Professional
Italian
Professional
Certification
- Australian Driver’s License, 12/2023
Timeline
Catering Chef
O'BRIEN GROUP AUSTRALIA
2024.01 - Current
Chef
Caruggi
2024.01 - 2024.04
Dairy Farmer
Longroad Dairy Farm
2023.07 - 2023.12
Catering Professionals
FiFo WA
2023.07 - 2023.07
Head Chef
Gastrovinari SRL
2019.12 - 2023.06
Agricultural Technician
Escuela Agropecuaria
2012.03 - 2013.01
Certificate - RSA
Galaxy Training Australia
Certificate - Food Handling
DoFoodSafely
Certificate - Kitchen Direction
Sepe
Certificate - Coffee Barista
Barista School
No Degree - Veterinary Medicine (Pre-Veterinarian)
Universidad Del Centro De La Provincia De Bs.As Argentina
Some College (No Degree) - Master Baker
Agrotechnical School
Agricultural Technique - Agricultural Business Technology
Agrotechnical School
Grado Medio - Ecological Gardening
Argentina
- Australian Driver’s License, 12/2023
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