Pasindu Gunasekara
CHEF
Seven Hills,NSW
Summary
Forward-thinking professional offering nearly 2 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 chef skills.
Top-notch professional with expertise in menu development, kitchen management. Creates unique and delicious dishes while controlling food and labor costs. Collaborative and committed to seeking feedback from customers and staff to improve kitchen workflows.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Australian Leisure And Hospitality Group
Castle Hill, NSW
06.2022 - Current
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Contributed to positive guest experiences by accommodating special dietary needs and requests.
- Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
Cook
RASHAYS Casual Dining - Mt Druitt
Mount Druitt, NSW
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Contributed to positive guest experiences by accommodating special dietary needs and requests.
Kitchen Hand
Montifiore Medical Center
Hunters Hill, NSW
03.2021 - 12.2021
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
- Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies.
- Supported chefs in food preparation tasks such as chopping ingredients, peeling vegetables, and marinating meats.
- Streamlined kitchen operations by efficiently handling multiple responsibilities simultaneously under pressure.
- Assisted with meal presentation, garnishing dishes, and arranging serving platters to create an appealing visual display.
- Reduced waste by effectively managing inventory levels and rotating stock to maintain freshness.
- Contributed to a positive team atmosphere through effective communication with colleagues and supervisors.
- Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to strict health and safety guidelines during all tasks performed in the kitchen.
Education
Diploma - Hospitality Management
Duke College
Parramatta, NSW07.2023
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Duke College
Parramatta, NSW07.2022
Skills
- Pantry Restocking
- Regulatory Compliance
- Equipment Maintenance
- Cost Control
- Menu Development
- Purchasing
- Workflow Optimization
- Meal Preparation
- Staff Coordination
- Signature Dish Creation
- Recipe Development
- Portion and Cost Control
Timeline
Cook
Australian Leisure And Hospitality Group
06.2022 - Current
Cook
RASHAYS Casual Dining - Mt Druitt
01.2022 - 05.2022
Kitchen Hand
Montifiore Medical Center
03.2021 - 12.2021
Diploma - Hospitality Management
Duke College
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Duke College