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Rohit Pandey

Mawson Lakes,SA

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure CDP or Chef position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef

Lonestar Rib House
03.2023 - Current
  • Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
  • Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
  • Managed food costs, sourcing ingredients from local suppliers to support community partnerships and sustainable practices.
  • Continually improved kitchen safety by enforcing strict hygiene protocols and staff training on equipment usage.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations.
  • Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Implemented rigorous quality control measures to ensure consistent taste and presentation of dishes.

Chef

Jimmies Restaurant
01.2023 - 10.2023
  • Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
  • Adapted menus seasonally, incorporating fresh produce to create visually appealing and flavorful dishes.
  • Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
  • Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
  • Collaborated effectively with front-of-house team for seamless dining experience and positive customer feedback.
  • Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.

Chef

Blackbird Cafe And Restaurant
09.2021 - 01.2023
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent
  • Verified compliance in preparation of menu items and customer special requests
  • Modernized processes for kitchen staff to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output
  • Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.

Chef De Partie

La Disfida
09.2020 - 07.2021
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent
  • Operated all kitchen equipment safely to prevent injuries
  • Rotated stock to use items before expiration date
  • Prepared items for roasting, sautéing, frying and baking
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out
  • Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.

Pizza Chef

Pizza Moncur
10.2019 - 12.2020
  • Operated pizza oven and other kitchen equipment safely to protect team members from harm and equipment from damage
  • Wiped down counters and food prep stations using bleach and clean cloths
  • Fostered positive working environment through effective communication and time management
  • Prepared dough from scratch using old world recipe and added toppings, cheese and sauce for unique pies
  • Prepared raw materials for cooking by cutting vegetables and preparing dough.

Kitchen Helper

Apollo Restaurant
11.2018 - 09.2019
  • Paid close attention to instructions from supervisor to complete tasks on time
  • Operated standard kitchen equipment with focus on safety and sanitation
  • Stepped into additional roles during busy times to boost coverage of important stations
  • Helped team meet expected demands by restocking work areas throughout restaurant such as server stations, salad bars and supply cupboards
  • Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.

Education

Diploma in Hospitality Management -

Sydney City College of Management
Parramatta, NSW

Certificate IV in Cookery : Hospitality - undefined

Sydney City College of Management
Parramatta, NSW

Bachelor of Information Technology: Computer Programming - undefined

Victorian Institute of Technology
The Rocks, NSW

Skills

Regulatory Compliance

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Timeline

Chef

Lonestar Rib House
03.2023 - Current

Chef

Jimmies Restaurant
01.2023 - 10.2023

Chef

Blackbird Cafe And Restaurant
09.2021 - 01.2023

Chef De Partie

La Disfida
09.2020 - 07.2021

Pizza Chef

Pizza Moncur
10.2019 - 12.2020

Kitchen Helper

Apollo Restaurant
11.2018 - 09.2019

Diploma in Hospitality Management -

Sydney City College of Management

Certificate IV in Cookery : Hospitality - undefined

Sydney City College of Management

Bachelor of Information Technology: Computer Programming - undefined

Victorian Institute of Technology
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