Angad Jit Singh Uberoi
Toronto,Ontario
Summary
Experienced cook with a passion for culinary excellence and a proven track record in diverse kitchen environments. Skilled in crafting delectable dishes that harmonize flavors, textures, and presentation. Expertise in menu planning, ingredient sourcing, and kitchen management. Adept at collaborating with teams to ensure efficient operations and exceptional dining experiences. Seeking to bring culinary creativity and leadership to a dynamic kitchen team.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
Talent Employment
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Prepare and execute a diverse range of dishes, consistently meeting high culinary standards and guest satisfaction.
- Collaborate with kitchen team to develop and refine menu items, incorporating seasonal and local ingredients.
- Master various cooking techniques including grilling, sautéing, baking, and frying, delivering a wide array of flavorful dishes.
- Maintain a clean and organized workstation, adhering to strict food safety and sanitation guidelines.
- Train and mentor junior kitchen staff, fostering a positive and collaborative team environment.
- Adapt dishes to accommodate guest dietary preferences and restrictions, delivering tailored dining experiences.
- Assist in menu cost analysis and portion control efforts, contributing to maintaining food cost targets.
Garde Manger Chef
Oberoi Hotels & Resorts
07.2019 - 11.2019
- Skillfully prepare a wide range of cold dishes, including salads, appetizers, charcuterie, and cold entrees, adhering to established recipes and presentation standards.
- Innovate and create new cold menu offerings, contributing to the restaurant's reputation for culinary excellence and creativity.
- Collaborate closely with the executive chef and sous chefs to coordinate cold kitchen operations during busy service periods.
- Maintain a well-organized garde manger station, ensuring timely access to ingredients, tools, and equipment
- Expertly craft artistic and visually appealing plate presentations, showcasing attention to detail and a keen eye for aesthetics.
- Play an instrumental role in event catering, contributing to the successful execution of large-scale functions and banquets.
- Monitor inventory levels of cold kitchen supplies, contributing to cost-effective purchasing and minimizing wastage.
- Adapt to seasonal ingredient availability, incorporating fresh and locally sourced produce into menu items.
- Execute final plating and garnishing for dishes requiring cold components, ensuring each plate meets quality standards.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Business Management
Georgian College of Applied Arts And Technology
Toronto, ON04.2024
Graduate Certificate - Hospitality And Tourism Management
Niagara College
Toronto, ON04.2023
Certificate - Bartending & Mixology
Bar Academy Of Doon
Dehradun, IN07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality & Hotel Administration
Institute Of Hotel Management
Lucknow, IN07.2021
Skills
- Developing Menus
- Food Plating and Presentation
- Safety and Sanitation Standards
- Food Storage
- Food Spoilage Prevention
- Quality Assurance and Control
- Hospitality Management
- Garnishing and Plating
- Portion and Cost Control
- Ethnic Cooking
- Event Catering
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Knife Skills
Certification
- Smart Serve Certified
- Food Handler Certification
- Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)
- Gin Ambassador Programme
- International Tequila Academy Level 1 CertTequila
- Wine & Spirits Education Trust (WSET) Level 1 & 2 Award in Spirits
Timeline
Cook
Talent Employment
09.2022 - 04.2023
Garde Manger Chef
Oberoi Hotels & Resorts
07.2019 - 11.2019
Graduate Certificate - Business Management
Georgian College of Applied Arts And Technology
Graduate Certificate - Hospitality And Tourism Management
Niagara College
Certificate - Bartending & Mixology
Bar Academy Of Doon
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality & Hotel Administration
Institute Of Hotel Management
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