Parneet Kaur
Newcastle
Summary
Seeking a challenging position as a Chef where I can utilize my culinary expertise, creativity, and passion for food to create exceptional dining experiences. With a strong background in menu development, kitchen management, and a commitment to delivering high-quality cuisine, my goal is to contribute to a reputable establishment that values innovation, teamwork, and customer satisfaction.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Hope Estate
New Castle
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Exercised portion control for items served, eliminating waste.
- Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
- Supervised specialty dish preparation to satisfy customer requests and cater to various dietary needs.
- Inspected freezers and refrigerators prior to each shift to check temperature levels and verify proper functionality.
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
Chef
Jamaica blue café
- This role is responsible for: Food preparation, Health and safety practices in the kitchen and service areas, Ensure all menu items are made to order and meet the high standards, Making sure that the cabinet is well presented and appealing, Doing preparation for cabinet food, create decorative food displays, Tasks - cutting, chopping, cooking, baking, plating, and cleaning workstation.
Chef
XS Espresso
- Set up the kitchen with cooking utensils and equipment, like knives, pans and kitchen scales, Study each recipe and gather all necessary ingredients, Cook food in a timely manner, Delegate tasks to kitchen staff, Ensure appealing plate presentation, Helping head chef as assistant needed, Slightly modify recipes to meet customers' needs and requests (e.g
- Reduce salt, remove dairy), Check freshness of food and discard out-of-date items, Preparing menu items such as pizza, pasta, and burgers according to menu, Cleaning and sanitising all workbenches and surfaces, Putting food away in the correct storage places, Turning off all ovens and heating appliances.
Education
Sydney
Skills
- Equipment Maintenance
- Pantry restocking
- Meal Preparation
- Kitchen Management
- Food safety and sanitation
- Customer Service
- Adaptability
- Self Motivation
- Waste control
- Knife Skills
Timeline
Chef
Hope Estate
08.2023 - 03.2024
Chef
Jamaica blue café
Chef
XS Espresso
Sydney
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