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SUKHWINDER SINGH

Auckland

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience as Head Chef at Kreem Cafe Henderson and Tony's Bar & Restaurant excelling in menu development and cost control. Proven track record of enhancing customer satisfaction through exceptional dish delivery and effective kitchen management. Skilled in catering and committed to maintaining high sanitation standards while fostering a collaborative team environment. Currently working Top Metro 50 Cafe with Hill House Cafe.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Sous Chef

Hill House Cafe ( Metro Top 50 Cafe)
07.2024 - Current
  • Increased customer satisfaction through consistent delivery of exceptional dishes, resulting in positive reviews.
  • Assisted Executive Chef in cost analysis and budget management, optimizing profitability without compromising quality.
  • Ensured compliance with all health department regulations while maintaining a well-organized workspace for optimal efficiency.
  • Managed inventory control, reducing food waste and optimizing budget allocation.

Head Chef

Kreem Cafe Henderson
11.2019 - 01.2024
  • Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
  • Doing catering for Hospital, shortland street, offices, events or any functions.

Head Chef

Tony's Bar & Restaurant
06.2015 - 11.2019
  • Being my first job where is stated my chef carries in 2015, i gained experienced from the one of the best and old restaurant in West Auckland where I started as Commie Chef then slowly promoted every steps Cdp, Sous to Head chef.
  • Reduced labor costs by optimizing staff schedules according to business demands without compromising service quality.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Helpdesk Executive

Ziqitza Health Care Limited
11.2011 - 09.2013
  • Reduced response times for helpdesk queries by implementing a ticket management system.
  • Managed high-volume incoming calls and emails, ensuring prompt responses to all inquiries for optimal customer satisfaction.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Utilized active listening skills to fully understand customer needs before offering informed recommendations or solutions.

Education

Certificate In Bookkeeping

The Career Academy
New Zealand
05-2025

Diploma In Professional Cookery NZQA Level 5

Whitieria Polytechnical Auckland Campus
Wintec
12-2016

Bachelor of Arts - Language Arts Education

Guru Nanak Dev University
Amritsar
04-2013

Skills

  • Kitchen management
  • Menu development & Cost Control
  • Sanitation standards & Health, Food Safety Standards
  • Allergy awareness
  • Catering, Deli, baking skills
  • Special event catering

Work Rights

New Zealand Permanent Residence

Timeline

Senior Sous Chef

Hill House Cafe ( Metro Top 50 Cafe)
07.2024 - Current

Head Chef

Kreem Cafe Henderson
11.2019 - 01.2024

Head Chef

Tony's Bar & Restaurant
06.2015 - 11.2019

Helpdesk Executive

Ziqitza Health Care Limited
11.2011 - 09.2013

Certificate In Bookkeeping

The Career Academy

Diploma In Professional Cookery NZQA Level 5

Whitieria Polytechnical Auckland Campus

Bachelor of Arts - Language Arts Education

Guru Nanak Dev University

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