Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Personal Information
References
Hobbies and Interests
Timeline
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Kavi Nawimanage

Palmerston North,New Zealand

Summary

I am a determined, self-motivated, self-confident and result-oriented individual who is ready to meet any challenges. I have always maintained a personal passion for the hospitality industry. This interest is combined with years of kitchen & bakery experience. I desire to find employment within a respectable company, which can offer me a better team working environment.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Duty Manager

Domino's Pizza
09.2022 - Current
  • Mentored and supported junior staff members to apply best practices and follow procedures.
  • Experienced with dough making and food preparation.
  • Made quality food products to satisfy costumers' needs.

Baker

Rosebowl bakery & cafe
09.2019 - 09.2022
  • Contributed to team success by training new employees on baking techniques, safety protocols, and equipment operation.
  • Developed new recipes to expand bakery's offerings and attract new customers.
  • Trained new staff in bakery operations, improving overall team efficiency and product consistency.
  • Experienced with making; dough, pastry, cake mixer & ovens

Chef

Ambitions Kitchen
06.2018 - 08.2020
  • Managed successful kitchen remodel, selecting equipment that increased productivity and met evolving needs.
  • Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service, addressing and resolving any issues promptly.

Chef

Viva Cafe
01.2019 - 09.2019
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.

Crew member

Wendy's Hamburger
02.2018 - 09.2019
  • Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete orders.

Baker

The Fab Bakery
02.2016 - 01.2018
  • Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
  • Created appealing displays to showcase products in bakery.
  • Adjusted recipes based on available ingredients or dietary restrictions,

Education

Diploma in Cookery Level - 05 -

UCOL
Palmerston North, NZ
02.2020

New Zealand Certificate in Cookery Level - 04 -

Universal College of Learning (UCOL)
Palmerston North
02.2019

First Aid

Red Cross
2019

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Team Player
  • Customer service
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving
  • Leadership
  • Team Supervision
  • Work Planning and Organization
  • Employee Development

Personal Information

  • Nationality: Sri Lankan
  • Driving License: NZ full Driving Licence

References

  • Sandeep Indupa, Deli Supervisor,

     NW Broadway, 022 472 1625


  • Pasindu Randy, Baker,

     NW Feilding, 022 064 5964

Hobbies and Interests

  • Baking
  • Explore foreign cuisines and new cultures
  • Playing cricket
  • Travel
  • Rowing

Timeline

Duty Manager

Domino's Pizza
09.2022 - Current

Baker

Rosebowl bakery & cafe
09.2019 - 09.2022

Chef

Viva Cafe
01.2019 - 09.2019

Chef

Ambitions Kitchen
06.2018 - 08.2020

Crew member

Wendy's Hamburger
02.2018 - 09.2019

Baker

The Fab Bakery
02.2016 - 01.2018

Diploma in Cookery Level - 05 -

UCOL

New Zealand Certificate in Cookery Level - 04 -

Universal College of Learning (UCOL)

First Aid

Red Cross
Kavi Nawimanage