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Wichuda Sutthakan

Summary

Forward-thinking professional offering more than 8. years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Excellent and proven skills.

High-performing Chef offering 8 years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Breakfast Chef

Grinders Cafe Thai Restaurant
06.2023 - Current
  • Practiced safe food methods to avoid disease and prevent food poisoning.
  • Collaborated with chef to create exciting, fun menu options for banquets and special events.
  • Cooked specialty quiches, challah French toast and omelets for breakfast buffet.
  • Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
  • Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
  • Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.

Chef

Mercure Resort Hunter Valley Gardens
03.2023 - Current
  • 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.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
  • Set up and broke down kitchen for service.

Housekeeping

Annam Apartment
12.2021 - 01.2023
  • Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
  • Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.
  • Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
  • Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
  • Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
  • Hand-dusted and wiped down office furniture, fixtures, and window sills to keep areas clean and comfortable.
  • Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
  • Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
  • Resealed floors with wax and kitchen counters with correct applications to minimize staining and damage.

Chef

Bangkok Bites Thai Restaurant
09.2017 - 01.2023
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
  • Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
  • Assisted with menu development and planning.
  • Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
  • Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
  • Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
  • Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.

Internship Trainer

Banyan Tree Samui
05.2016 - 08.2016
  • Practiced safe food methods to avoid disease and prevent food poisoning.
  • Collaborated with chef to create exciting, fun menu options for banquets and special events.
  • Cooked specialty quiches, challah French toast and omelets for breakfast buffet.
  • Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
  • Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.

Internship Trainer

Four Seasons Hotels And Resort Chiang Mai
05.2015 - 08.2015
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
  • Mixed icing and other toppings by reading recipes, scaling, and measuring ingredients and operating mixer.
  • Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste, and presentation.
  • Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven.
  • Replenished bakery items in display cases.
  • Monitored quality of ingredients used in recipes to maintain consistency and safety standards.
  • Followed food safety standards when handling ingredients.
  • Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.

Education

Diploma - Hospitality And Business Management

Australia College
Sydney, NSW
01.2021

Diploma - Leadership And Management

SELC , Sydney
Sydney, NSW
01.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration Culinary Arts And Kitchen

Dusit Thani College
Bangkok , Thailand
06.2012

Skills

  • Food Plating and Presentation
  • Food Spoilage Prevention
  • Sauce Preparation
  • Menu Planning
  • Kitchen Equipment Operation
  • Cleaning and Sanitizing Methods
  • Portion and Cost Control
  • Order Delivery Practices
  • Baking and Broiling Skills
  • Food Preparation Techniques
  • Utensils and Equipment
  • Mixing Dishes
  • Food Inventories
  • Made-to-Order Meals
  • Food Preparation and Safety
  • Fine Dining Expertise
  • New Hire Training
  • Waste Control
  • Banquets and Catering
  • Company Safety Standards
  • Process Improvement
  • Recipe Development
  • Restaurant Operation
  • Knife Use
  • Food Safety Oversight
  • Kitchen Management
  • Tool Preparation

Timeline

Breakfast Chef

Grinders Cafe Thai Restaurant
06.2023 - Current

Chef

Mercure Resort Hunter Valley Gardens
03.2023 - Current

Housekeeping

Annam Apartment
12.2021 - 01.2023

Chef

Bangkok Bites Thai Restaurant
09.2017 - 01.2023

Internship Trainer

Banyan Tree Samui
05.2016 - 08.2016

Internship Trainer

Four Seasons Hotels And Resort Chiang Mai
05.2015 - 08.2015

Diploma - Hospitality And Business Management

Australia College

Diploma - Leadership And Management

SELC , Sydney

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration Culinary Arts And Kitchen

Dusit Thani College
Wichuda Sutthakan