MELANIE TAN WERN ANN
Chef de partie/ Junior Barista
Singapore
Summary
Friendly team player dedicated to making delicious specialty coffee and tea beverages and contributing to safe, welcoming cafe environment. Fast learner and adapter to new circumstances and challenges paired with in-depth knowledge of coffee-making equipment operations. Works well under pressure and in fast-paced settings.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Barista/Service crew
Elijah Pies Cafe
10.2023 - Current
- Lead and educate team in the preparation of specialty coffee and artisanal drinks in a consistent and timely manner
- Initiate new coffee creations to drive sales and novelty
- Cultivate a community of loyal customers by extending warm hospitality, and sharing knowledge and passion for coffee
- Maintain adequate supply of all stocks in inventory, ensuring proper storage and refrigeration for daily operations
- Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
- Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages.
- Trained new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise.
- Uphold strict hygiene standards of the cafe and all equipment
Junior Barista
Dimbulah Estate Coffee@MBFC
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Providing customers with drink menus and answering their questions regarding ingredients
- Maintaining the cleanliness of the coffee machine
- Preparing Coffee & other beverages like tea, juices & smoothies
- Able to do simple latte arts like Heart & Rosetta
- Fulfilled any other relevant job duties assigned by manager
- Assist in daily stock take & inventory management
- Opening & Closing of Outlet / Cashier(POS System)
Chef de Partie
Hilton Singapore/Voco Orchard Singapore
02.2020 - 09.2022
- Assist Chef de cuisine in menu planning in dessert station
- Familiar with HACCP standards and food hygiene regulations
- Knowledge of all menu items, daily features and promotions
- Reports any injury and accidents to his supervisor or kitchen management
- Checks and controls the proper storage of product, monitoring age and condition of all food items to rotate
- Monitoring, assist and supporting in training junior chefs
Commis 1
Hilton Singapore
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Preparation of ingredients and dishes
- Maintaining Cleanliness in all stations
- Ensuring consistency of Food Product
- Checks and controls the proper storage of product, monitoring age and condition of all food items to rotate
Trainee
Hilton Singapore
12.2017 - 12.2018
- Preparation of ingredients and dishes
- Maintaining Cleanliness in all stations
- Ensuring consistency of Food Product
- Checks and controls the proper storage of product, monitoring age and condition of all food items to rotate
Education
No Degree - professional Chef Training
KDU University College Penang
Malaysia 04.2016 - 12.2017
HighSchool - undefined
01.2011 - 12.2015
Primary School - undefined
01.2005 - 12.2010
Skills
Opening and closing duties
POS Handling
Beverage preparation
Calibrating Espresso machine
Latte art ( Tulip, Wing tulip , Rosetta , Heart)
Product displays
Speedy and efficient
Certification
Diploma in Professional Chef Training, KDU University College Penang, Granted the award of DISTINCTION
Accomplishments
- Participated in Four hands event with One Michelin Star Chef Patrizia di Bennetto from Italy.
- Participated in Outside Catering Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix event.
- Participated in Four hands event with One Michelin Star Italian-Japanese Chef Piatto Suzuki.
- Participated in Outside Catering Singapore Airshow 2022 (Alongside with High-end Event French Catering company Potel et Chabot).
Timeline
Barista/Service crew
Elijah Pies Cafe
10.2023 - Current
Junior Barista
Dimbulah Estate Coffee@MBFC
01.2023 - 10.2023
Chef de Partie
Hilton Singapore/Voco Orchard Singapore
02.2020 - 09.2022
Commis 1
Hilton Singapore
01.2019 - 01.2020
Trainee
Hilton Singapore
12.2017 - 12.2018
No Degree - professional Chef Training
KDU University College Penang
04.2016 - 12.2017
HighSchool - undefined
01.2011 - 12.2015
Primary School - undefined
01.2005 - 12.2010