ALEESHA THOKALATH BIJU
Ottawa,ON
Summary
Strong ability to promote teamwork and improve kitchen efficiency. Skilled Chef de Partie with strong capabilities in inventory management, food safety compliance, and sauce preparation. Committed to supporting menu development and enhancing team collaboration.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef de Partie
La-Pointe Seafood Grill and Sushi
Ottawa, Ontario
05.2025 - Current
- Prepared and plated seafood dishes according to restaurant standards.
- Assisted in managing inventory and ordering kitchen supplies.
- Supported head chef in menu planning and daily specials creation.
- Organized the daily mise en place in order to prepare meals efficiently.
- Prepared a variety of sauces from scratch according to recipes or customer requests.
Chef de Partie
Chez Lionel @ Holiday Inn Hotel
Ottawa, Ontario
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Trained new kitchen staff on operational procedures and safety practices.
- Conducted regular inspections of kitchen areas, equipment, utensils, and storage facilities to ensure they met hygiene requirements.
- Kept up-to-date with current culinary trends in order to create innovative dishes for customers.
- Responded quickly and efficiently to any customer complaints regarding food quality or service.
Prep Line Cook
Milestones Grill and Bar
Ottawa, Ontario
09.2023 - 04.2025
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of prep area following health and safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate tasks during busy service hours effectively.
- Organized food storage areas ensuring that all items were properly labeled and dated.
- Cleaned dishes, pots, pans and other kitchen equipment used during the day's operations.
Cook
Power Staffing Solutions
Ottawa, Ontario
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Operated kitchen equipment, ensuring proper use and maintenance protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of cooking stations throughout shifts.
- Followed recipes accurately to ensure consistent food quality and presentation.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Management
Algonquin College
Ottawa06-2024
High School Diploma -
St. Antony's Higher Secondary School
Kerala, India04-2021
Skills
- Inventory management
- Food safety compliance
- Sauce preparation
- Menu planning
- Culinary trends awareness
- Customer complaint resolution
- Training staff
- Team management
- Time management
Languages
English
Full Professional
Malayalam
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Limited
Tamil
Limited
Certification
- Culinary Management
- Smart Serve
- Food Handler Certification
- WHIMS
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Chef de Partie
La-Pointe Seafood Grill and Sushi
05.2025 - Current
Chef de Partie
Chez Lionel @ Holiday Inn Hotel
09.2024 - 05.2025
Prep Line Cook
Milestones Grill and Bar
09.2023 - 04.2025
Cook
Power Staffing Solutions
09.2022 - 09.2023
Associate of Arts - Culinary Management
Algonquin College
High School Diploma -
St. Antony's Higher Secondary School
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