Vidushy Sharma
Berkeley Vale,NSW
Summary
Dynamic Chef specializing in innovative recipe development and efficient kitchen operations. Expertise in food safety practices and inventory management led to reduced waste and enhanced client satisfaction. A detail-oriented leader, fostering teamwork while ensuring high-quality dish presentation.
Offering solid foundation in culinary principles and strong desire to excel in kitchen environment. Brings understanding of basic cooking techniques and ability to follow recipes precisely, ensuring consistency and quality. Ready to use and develop skills in menu planning and ingredient sourcing in Chef role.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
Munchas Cafe & Catering
12.2024 - Current
- Ensured compliance with health department regulations, maintaining stringent food safety standards.
- Streamlined kitchen operations by implementing an inventory management system for optimal efficiency.
- Developed innovative recipes to attract new clientele and boost overall sales.
- Monitored line processes to guarantee quality and presentation consistency.
- Managed food costs while sourcing ingredients from local suppliers to promote sustainability.
- Reduced food waste through strategic menu planning and effective inventory control techniques.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating customized dishes for diverse palates.
- Maintained organized mise en place, supporting consistent work performance.
Chef
Bel Sorriso Italian Restaurant
05.2023 - 12.2024
- Monitored grill, stove, and oven, ensuring cleanliness of equipment after each shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator temperatures before shifts to guarantee food safety.
- Maintained organized mise en place to support consistent food preparation.
- Placed timely orders to restock items before supplies depleted.
- Handled and stored food safely to prevent illness and cross-contamination.
- Utilized effective cleaning techniques for sanitizing counters and utensils used with raw proteins.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing efficient techniques while maintaining quality.
- Mentored junior chefs in culinary skills, promoting a collaborative kitchen environment.
Education
Diploma - Hospitality Management
Blue Bay College
Parramatta, NSW03-2023
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Blue Bay College
Parramatta, NSW12-2022
Skills
- Food safety practices
- Client service excellence
- Culinary skills mastery
- Quality control in food preparation
- Management of kitchen operations
- Presentation of dishes
- Detail-oriented approach
- Communication proficiency
- Teamwork dynamics in kitchens
- Maintenance of kitchen tools and equipment
- Ingredient expertise
- Techniques for frying foods
- Planning menus and recipes effectively
- Understanding allergens in food preparation
- Management of inventory systems
- Optimizing workflow processes
Certification
- Certified Food Safety Supervisor under the Food Act 2003 (NSW) Issued by Australian Institute of Food Safety.
- Certification in Responsible Service of Alcohol conducted by Intercept Group Pty Ltd.
Timeline
Chef
Munchas Cafe & Catering
12.2024 - Current
Chef
Bel Sorriso Italian Restaurant
05.2023 - 12.2024
Diploma - Hospitality Management
Blue Bay College
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Blue Bay College
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