Ziheng Huang
16 Namsan Close, Fairview Heights,Auckland
Summary
Adaptable and enterprising Chef with solid industry background and proven expertise in building and leading successful teams. Talented problem-solver ready to back up fellow employees at any time. Enthusiastic chef eager to develop high-quality menus for new and established restaurants. Reliable, hardworking and driven to give guests top-quality foods. High-performing individual with solid background in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Junior Chef De Partie
Luxerose Cafe
03.2023 - Current
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
Chef De Partie
Catroux Cafe
07.2022 - 03.2023
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
- Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.
- Operated all kitchen equipment safely to prevent injuries.
- Prepared items for roasting, sautéing, frying and baking.
- Sanitized all counters properly to prevent food-borne illness.
Commis Chef
Kings Garden Cafe St Lukes
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Prepped daily menu items to quickly deliver upon request.
- Rotated through all prep stations to learn different techniques.
- Worked with chef de partie to learn storage locations of fresh ingredients for daily use by station staff.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
Site Manager
Anbang Construction Limited
04.2021 - 06.2021
- Oversaw all daily office operations and equipment maintenance.
- Kept sites compliant with OSHA, state, and local regulations to prevent unnecessary risks.
- Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
- Inspected cleanliness of common areas and offices.
- Resolved issues between employees and customers using company policies.
Office Manager
Big Face Trading Ltd
05.2019 - 06.2019
- Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
- Created, maintained and updated filing systems for paper and electronic documents.
- Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity, and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
- Reported to senior management on organizational performance and progress toward goals.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Developed and maintained successful relationships with vendors, suppliers and contractors.
Education
Diploma of Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, NZ08.2023
Master of Applied Management - Business Management
Eastern Institute of Technology
Auckland, NZ04.2019
Bachelor of Finance - Finance
Massey University
Albany, Auckland04.2017
Skills
- Staff Supervision and Coordination
- Food Stock and Supply Management
- Safe Food Handling
- Heavy Lifting
- Inventory Records
- Cleaning and Sanitation
- Guest Satisfaction
- Performance Improvement
- Proper Storage Procedures
- Professional Relationships
- Create Recipes
Hobbies
I enjoy exercising to maintain my physical fitness in order to cope with high-intensity work.
I have a passion for researching new dishes and constantly innovating in the culinary field。
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Junior Chef De Partie
Luxerose Cafe
03.2023 - Current
Chef De Partie
Catroux Cafe
07.2022 - 03.2023
Commis Chef
Kings Garden Cafe St Lukes
12.2021 - 04.2022
Site Manager
Anbang Construction Limited
04.2021 - 06.2021
Office Manager
Big Face Trading Ltd
05.2019 - 06.2019
Diploma of Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
Auckland University of Technology
Master of Applied Management - Business Management
Eastern Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Finance - Finance
Massey University
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