Victor IONESII
Southport
Summary
Hardworking and newly qualified chef with 3+ years’ experience in busy kitchens. Comfortable across all sections and confident with food safety, hygiene, and prep standards. Currently studying my Diploma in Hospitality after completing Certificate IV. Quick to adapt, reliable in service, and always focused on clean, efficient kitchen work.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Sanctum Kitchen and Bar
05.2025 - Current
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
Larder Chef (Casual)
Pacific Pines Tavern
12.2024 - 03.2025
- Prepared cold larder items: washed, chopped, and organised produce for salads and starters
- Plated dishes with consistent portion sizes and presentation
- Labeled and rotated fridge stock according to FIFO standards
- Received deliveries, inspected quality, and stored items properly
- Maintained strict hygiene and safety regulations in the larder section
- Assisted the kitchen team during busy service periods
Chef
Boutique Dining & Catering
06.2024 - 11.2024
- Opened the kitchen for breakfast service, ensuring everything was functional and clean
- Cooked breakfast and lunch dishes solo or alongside the Head Chef
- Checked cooking temperatures and followed health regulations
- Monitored inventory, reduced waste
- Handled cleaning, dishwashing, and general kitchen duties
Commis Chef
Red SteakHouse Restaurant & Bar
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Worked mainly at pans and fry stations, rotating to other sections as needed
- Prepared ingredients and sauces, keeping a clean workspace
- Managed multiple orders under pressure, maintaining consistent quality
- Supported staff training and assisted in overall kitchen operations
Co-Owner
Happy Pancake / Pablito
03.2020 - 07.2023
- Played a key role in launching a successful Mexican restaurant
- Managed kitchen staff, and monitored costs
- Oversaw vendor relationships, purchasing, and inventory control
- Maintained food quality, health standards, and customer satisfaction
Cook
Niagara Fitness Centre
06.2015 - 10.2016
- Prepared and served meals tailored to members’ dietary needs
- Kept the kitchen clean and followed food safety protocols
- Used standard recipes and portioning to maintain consistent dishes
- Assisted with ordering and inventory checks
Cook
Robins Pub Restaurant
11.2010 - 12.2011
- Prepared and portioned a variety of menu items
- Maintained a hygienic workstation and complied with safety guidelines
- Received and stocked deliveries, checking for quality and accuracy
Education
Diploma - Hospitality Management
TAFE Queensland
QLD12-2025
Certificate IV - Kitchen Management
TAFE Queensland
Robina, QLD06.2025
Master's - Economics and International Affairs
University “Alexandru Ioan Cuza”
01.2017
Bachelor's - General Economics
University “Babeș-Bolyai”
01.2015
Skills
- Food preparation across all sections: meat, poultry, seafood, vegetables, sauces, bakery, and desserts
- Strong focus on food safety and hygiene (HACCP, allergen control, safe handling, and cleaning standards)
- Competent in receiving, storing, rotating, and stock control procedures (FIFO, par levels, loss prevention)
- Ability to plan and cost recipes and menus for diverse dietary needs (vegan, vegetarian, coeliac, etc)
- Skilled in kitchen workflows, basic leadership, and WHS-compliant supervision
- Experience with packaging, transporting, and storing food safely
- Familiar with espresso service, portion control, and customer-focused plating
- Proficient in MS Office and kitchen documentation tasks
- Inventory Management & Ordering
- Menu Planning & Customer Service
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- Effective Multitasking & Team Collaboration
- MS Office & Basic Administrative Skills
- Portion control
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Allergen awareness
- Sanitation practices
- Made-to-order meals
- Performance improvement
Languages
Romanian
Spanish
English
Russian
Czech
Timeline
Chef
Sanctum Kitchen and Bar
05.2025 - Current
Larder Chef (Casual)
Pacific Pines Tavern
12.2024 - 03.2025
Chef
Boutique Dining & Catering
06.2024 - 11.2024
Commis Chef
Red SteakHouse Restaurant & Bar
11.2023 - 05.2024
Co-Owner
Happy Pancake / Pablito
03.2020 - 07.2023
Cook
Niagara Fitness Centre
06.2015 - 10.2016
Cook
Robins Pub Restaurant
11.2010 - 12.2011
Master's - Economics and International Affairs
University “Alexandru Ioan Cuza”
Bachelor's - General Economics
University “Babeș-Bolyai”
Diploma - Hospitality Management
TAFE Queensland
Certificate IV - Kitchen Management
TAFE Queensland
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