Xiao Hui (Brooke) Ng
Chef
Waterloo,Nsw
Summary
Exceptional Head Chef with superb understanding of recipes and food cooking methods. Specialties include determining proper portions, menu planning and managing food inventory. Passionate about food and hospitality. Skillfully manage kitchen and food preparation areas.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
Work History
Head Chef/Chef
Bodhi Restaurant
Sydney, Nsw
10.2016 - Current
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Arranged for kitchen equipment maintenance and repair when needed.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
- Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
- Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
- Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Sous Chef
Mr Fox
Surry Hills, NSW
06.2015 - 09.2016
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with vendors and suppliers to obtain quality recipe ingredients while adhering to company budgets.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
Chef/Cook Shift Leader
Devon Cafe/Devon On Danks/Lazy Suzie
Waterloo/Surry Hills/Darlinghurst, Nsw
12.2014 - 02.2015
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Oversaw grill, stove and oven and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
Kitchen Helper
Malaysian Delight
Melbourne, VIC
12.2013 - 12.2014
- Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
- Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
- Inspected equipment, refrigerators and warming lamps to check compliance with safe operating levels.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Oversaw incoming deliveries, unboxing supplies, shelving stock and rotating items.
Education
Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management - Hospitality
Sydney Business And Travel Academy
Sydney, NSW 08.2018 - 04.2019
Diploma of Hospitality Management - Hospitality
Sydney Business And Travel Academy
Sydney, NSW 08.2017 - 06.2018
Certificate 4 in Hospitality Commercial Cookery - Commercial Cookery
Holmes College
Sydney, NSW 06.2014 - 12.2015
Hospitality
Disted College
Penang, Malaysia 05.2008 - 01.2010
Skills
Signature dish creation
Accomplishments
- Awarded nourish vegan awards in 2020 for best vegan restaurant.
Timeline
Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management - Hospitality
Sydney Business And Travel Academy
08.2018 - 04.2019
Diploma of Hospitality Management - Hospitality
Sydney Business And Travel Academy
08.2017 - 06.2018
Head Chef/Chef
Bodhi Restaurant
10.2016 - Current
Sous Chef
Mr Fox
06.2015 - 09.2016
Chef/Cook Shift Leader
Devon Cafe/Devon On Danks/Lazy Suzie
12.2014 - 02.2015
Certificate 4 in Hospitality Commercial Cookery - Commercial Cookery
Holmes College
06.2014 - 12.2015
Kitchen Helper
Malaysian Delight
12.2013 - 12.2014
Hospitality
Disted College
05.2008 - 01.2010
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