Vinh Nguyen
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Adept Chef with a proven track record at Miss Saigon Vietnamese Restaurant, enhancing customer satisfaction through culinary excellence and efficient kitchen management. Skilled in food safety and sanitation, along with strong multitasking abilities, I've innovatively contributed to menu development and sales growth. My expertise ensures high-quality service and operational efficiency, aligning with employer-desired skills for impactful results. Focused and reliable waiter bringing high enthusiasm and extensive knowledge of food safety practices. Proven history of excellent customer service and conflict resolution skills. Dedicated to accuracy and streamlining systems for productive work.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Hand
Co Do 2
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads
- Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
Chef
Miss Saigon Vietnamese Restaurant
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations
- Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency through effective staff management and delegation
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques
- Developed innovative recipes, attracting new clientele and increasing overall sales
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
Waiter's Assistant
White Orchid Reception
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Quickly reset and cleaned up tables after customers left to enable speedy turnaround and guest flow
- Met with chef to review daily specials and menu changes
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest
- Set up advertising signs and displays on shelves, counters and tables.
Restaurant Waiter
Hoa Tran
02.2020 - 08.2021
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas for optimal guest experience
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers
- Quickly reset and cleaned up tables after customers left to enable speedy turnaround and guest flow
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
Education
High School Diploma -
Keysborough College - Banksia Campus Springvale South, VIC
12.2023
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Knife Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Food quality
- Strong multitasking
- Efficient organization
- POS System Operation
- Professional Appearance
- Order Taking
- Cleanliness
- Service Quality
- Food safety awareness
- Food Safety
- Food Safety Regulations
- Culinary expertise
- Nutritional knowledge
Languages
Vietnamese
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Chef
Miss Saigon Vietnamese Restaurant
09.2023 - 04.2024
Waiter's Assistant
White Orchid Reception
09.2022 - 12.2022
Restaurant Waiter
Hoa Tran
02.2020 - 08.2021
Kitchen Hand
Co Do 2
High School Diploma -
Keysborough College - Banksia Campus Springvale South, VIC