Ashwani Kumar
Grande Prairie,Canada
Summary
Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard. Detail-oriented professional with background creating delicious dishes. Dedicated to delivering highest quality customer service. Expert at succeeding in high pressure environments while remaining calm. Safety-minded when carefully following food handling regulations and procedures.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
Four Points By Sheraton Grand Prairie Alberta
01.2023 - Current
- Prepare and cook complete meals or individual Foods
- Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies, and equipment
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Kichen Supervisor
Curling Club
03.2024 - Current
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
- Trained new team members on kitchen procedures, safety protocols, and company standards.
- Reduced food waste through effective inventory management and menu planning.
Pastry Chef
Take The Cake
11.2021 - 12.2022
- Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
- Cycled menus to keep offerings fresh and interesting for customers.
- Developed cross-functional relationships with other departments, ensuring smooth operations and timely completion of tasks during special events or peak business hours.
- Implemented efficient production techniques, reducing waste and improving overall pastry quality.
Cook
Tab & Barrel
10.2020 - 12.2022
- Prepare and cook complete meals or individual Foods
- Schedule and supervise kitchen Helpers
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
Patissier Chef
Carnival Cruise Line
11.2015 - 06.2019
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
- Streamlined bakery operations for increased efficiency through effective time management and organizational skills.
- Conducted staff training sessions on proper food handling procedures, promoting safe food preparation practices within the team.
- Successfully accommodated allergy restrictions within recipes without compromising taste or presentation quality.
- Mentored junior pastry chefs and bakers in advanced techniques, fostering growth within the team.
- Adhered to local health department guidelines, maintaining a clean and sanitary workspace at all times.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Economic Studies
Himachal Pradesh University
India06.2010
Diploma in Bakery And Confectionery - Bakery,confectionery, Food Cost
IHM Pusa
India05.2008
Diploma in Hotel Management And Hospitality - Accounting,housekeeping, Front Office, Cooking
State Council For Vocational Training , HP.
India06.2007
Skills
- Food for special occasions/events
- Commercially minded
- Ability to delegate
- Scheduling Staff
- Able to cook Dish in Bakery and Confectionery
- An awareness of all health and hygiene requirements
- Experience of Hotel/ Restaurant / Cruse in food production
- A good track record of achieving and consistently maintaining target Gross Profit percentages
Driving License
Yes,
1 year experience in food deliveries services.
4 years Driving experience in small commercial vehicles. like food van , delivery vehicle.
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 10/06/88
- Nationality: INDIAN
Languages
English
Professional Working
Certification
food allergen Awareness- restaurants, catering and retail
Timeline
Kichen Supervisor
Curling Club
03.2024 - Current
Cook
Four Points By Sheraton Grand Prairie Alberta
01.2023 - Current
Pastry Chef
Take The Cake
11.2021 - 12.2022
Cook
Tab & Barrel
10.2020 - 12.2022
Patissier Chef
Carnival Cruise Line
11.2015 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Economic Studies
Himachal Pradesh University
Diploma in Bakery And Confectionery - Bakery,confectionery, Food Cost
IHM Pusa
Diploma in Hotel Management And Hospitality - Accounting,housekeeping, Front Office, Cooking
State Council For Vocational Training , HP.
food allergen Awareness- restaurants, catering and retail
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