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Vikas Kumar

Melbourne

Summary

Dynamic Head Chef with extensive experience at Mexico City Cantina, excelling in quality control and team building. Proven track record in menu planning and employee training, enhancing kitchen efficiency and food presentation. Adept at maintaining health regulations while fostering a collaborative environment, resulting in consistently high-quality culinary outcomes.

Innovative Head Chef known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in menu development, inventory management, and culinary team leadership. Excel in time management, adaptability, and creative problem-solving skills to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Chef

Mexico city cantina
Surry Hills
04.2023 - Current
  • Exercised portion control for items served, eliminating waste.
  • Kept up to date with current culinary trends, as well as health and safety regulations.
  • Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.

Chef

Cafe gianni
Doncaster
09.2018 - 04.2023
  • Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance.
  • Checked quality of raw materials before use.
  • Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.
  • Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.

Kitchen Hand

Carlucci’s restaurant
Templestowe
03.2015 - 09.2018
  • Prepared meats, vegetables or desserts according to orders or instructions.
  • Distributed food to waiters and waitresses to serve customers.
  • Stocked shelves with food supplies, such as canned goods and dry ingredients.

Kitchen Hand

Leo’s spaghetti bar
St Killda
10.2013 - 01.2015

Education

High School Diploma -

Vcat
Sportswood

Skills

  • Food preparation
  • Menu planning
  • Culinary techniques
  • Quality control
  • Portion control
  • Inventory management
  • Health regulations
  • Team building
  • Employee training
  • Time management
  • Communication skills
  • Food presentation
  • Heat control

Languages

English
First Language
Hindi
Beginner (A1)
A1

Timeline

Head Chef

Mexico city cantina
04.2023 - Current

Chef

Cafe gianni
09.2018 - 04.2023

Kitchen Hand

Carlucci’s restaurant
03.2015 - 09.2018

Kitchen Hand

Leo’s spaghetti bar
10.2013 - 01.2015

High School Diploma -

Vcat
Vikas Kumar