Zaid Saleem
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Exceptional 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
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Sous-Chef
Melbourne Racing Club
Melbourne, VIC
02.2023 - Current
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Head Chef
2 Sisterz Pty.ltd
Melbourne, VIC
08.2019 - 02.2023
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Hired, managed and trained kitchen staff.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Chef
Minnie Miny Mo Cafe
03.2017 - 07.2019
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
Chef
Cake Whole
10.2015 - 06.2017
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
Cook
Leroy Espresso
02.2014 - 09.2016
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
Education
Certificate III - Ageing, Disability, Home And Community
Star International College Pty Ltd
Blacktown, NSW2022
Advanced Diploma - Hospitality
AVETA
Melbourne, VIC2017
Certificate IV - Cookery
AVETA
Melbourne, VIC2016
Certificate III - Cookery
Australian Vocational Education & Training Academy
Melbourne, VIC2015
Advanced Diploma - Business Administration
Australian Vocational Education & Training Academy
Melbourne, VIC2014
Skills
- Staff Supervision and Coordination
- Food Science
- Kitchen Staff Management
- Dish Preparation
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Quality Control and Oversight
- Food Preparing, Plating and Presentation
- Supply Estimates
- Hospitality Service
Timeline
Senior Sous-Chef
Melbourne Racing Club
02.2023 - Current
Head Chef
2 Sisterz Pty.ltd
08.2019 - 02.2023
Chef
Minnie Miny Mo Cafe
03.2017 - 07.2019
Chef
Cake Whole
10.2015 - 06.2017
Cook
Leroy Espresso
02.2014 - 09.2016
Certificate III - Ageing, Disability, Home And Community
Star International College Pty Ltd
Advanced Diploma - Hospitality
AVETA
Certificate IV - Cookery
AVETA
Certificate III - Cookery
Australian Vocational Education & Training Academy
Advanced Diploma - Business Administration
Australian Vocational Education & Training Academy
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