Abhijeet Nigam
Summary
Dedicated Hospitality professional with solid background in culinary arts and expertise in menu development, kitchen management and staff training. Creates unique and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Collaborative and committed to seeking feedback from customers and staff to improve kitchen workflows.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef Owner/Head Chef
Taste Dubs
08.2021 - Current
- Mentored and trained employees to improve performance and encourage professional growth.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations through regular employee training sessions and facility inspections.
- Fostered a welcoming atmosphere by maintaining a clean, organized, and visually appealing cafe environment.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing high-quality food and beverage offerings.
- Facilitated open communication among team members, promoting a positive work culture that encouraged collaboration and innovation.
- Expanded menu offerings to cater to diverse dietary needs, increasing overall appeal of the cafe.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs through POS software.
Commis Chef
Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company
07.2019 - 03.2021
- Worked as part of The Market(an all-day dining venture)'s continental section including pantry.
- Worked multiple shifts throughout the stint here including night shifts and break shifts
- Assumed operational responsibility for the kitchen in absence of CDP and Sous Chef
- Handled continental section of coffee shop and banquet continental section during pandemic
- Handled busy operations for lunch and dinner service while working on ranges.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
Chef Trainee
Cafe Felix
03.2019 - 04.2019
- Completed daily mise en place tasks efficiently, allowing for smooth service during meal periods.
- Worked closely with other kitchen staff to foster a positive teamwork atmosphere conducive to learning and growth.
- Mastered knife skills through daily practice, improving precision in cuts and overall presentation of dishes.
- Observed head chefs and how each prepared different specialties to gain knowledge in cooking techniques.
- Received positive feedback from supervisors on strong work ethic and commitment to continuous improvement as a chef trainee.
Industrial Trainee
Ritz Carlton Hotel
05.2017 - 10.2017
- Worked closely four core department with industrial professionals to expand upon acquired training with practical knowledge
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Assisted in the setup and breakdown of banquet rooms, ensuring efficient event transitions.
Vocational Trainee
Crown Plaza Hotel
12.2016 - 01.2017
- Cleaned kitchen counters, refrigerators, and freezers.
- Observed head chefs and how each prepared different specialties to gain knowledge in cooking techniques.
- Checked expiration dates, rotated food, and removed any items that were no longer usable.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
University of West London
Bangalore 05.2019
Bachelor of Science -
International Institute of Hotel Management
Bangalore 05.2019
High School Diploma -
Kendriya Vidyalaya
Durg 04.2016
Volunteer At Stepping Out Food Fest
Royal Orchid Hotel09.2018
Volunteer Young Chef Olympiad At IIHM
Bangalore 04.2018
Skills
Operations Management
Team Leadership
Effective Communications
Menu Planning
Food inventories
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Hobbies
Bike and Car Adventure, Reading Books, Travelling
Timeline
Chef Owner/Head Chef
Taste Dubs
08.2021 - Current
Commis Chef
Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company
07.2019 - 03.2021
Chef Trainee
Cafe Felix
03.2019 - 04.2019
Industrial Trainee
Ritz Carlton Hotel
05.2017 - 10.2017
Vocational Trainee
Crown Plaza Hotel
12.2016 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Arts -
University of West London
Bachelor of Science -
International Institute of Hotel Management
High School Diploma -
Kendriya Vidyalaya
Volunteer At Stepping Out Food Fest
Volunteer Young Chef Olympiad At IIHM
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