Bhargavi Patel
Barrie,Ontario
Summary
Dedicated and highly skilled culinary professional with over three years of experience in a variety of culinary environments. Proficient in advanced menu development, innovative culinary techniques, and leading kitchen teams to achieve operational excellence. Demonstrates a strong ability to enhance kitchen efficiency, deliver consistently high-quality dishes, and maintain a seamless kitchen operation. Adept at training kitchen staff to uphold high standards, resulting in improved productivity and customer satisfaction. Seeking to bring extensive expertise as a Head Chef to a reputable establishment known for its commitment to culinary excellence.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Cacao 70
11.2023 - Current
- Coordinated effectively with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment, reducing order errors by 15%.
- Flexibly managed various shifts, including weekends and holidays, to meet restaurant demands.
Improved kitchen efficiency by 20% through streamlined processes and multitasking. - Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks, ensuring a smooth operation.
- Trained 6 cooks, enhancing overall kitchen productivity and morale.
- Prepared 40+ menu items daily according to restaurant standards and health regulations.
- Prepared and served about 75 meals per day with 95% customer satisfaction, contributing to increased customer retention and positive reviews.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.
Cook
Honest
03.2021 - 09.2023
- Consistently followed recipes and portion control guidelines, ensuring 98% consistency in dish quality.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, adhering to food safety and sanitation guidelines.
- Operated and maintained kitchen equipment, including grills, ovens, fryers, and sliders, reducing equipment downtime by 15%.
- Adapted to a high-pressure environment, effectively managing customer requests and special dietary needs.
- Mastered various cooking techniques, including grilling, baking, sautéing, frying, and roasting.
- Presented dishes in a visually appealing and appetizing manner, receiving positive customer feedback.
- Managed kitchen budget for supplies and labor hours, consistently meeting targets.
- Suggested actionable improvements to streamline training procedures.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
Education
Certified Kitchen Cook in Modern Culinary Techniques and Menu Innovation -
American Hotel & Lodging Association
Ahmedabad, India12.2021
BBA - Business Administration
L. J. Institute
Ahmedabad, India04.2015
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Culinary techniques
- Inventory management
- Kitchen efficiency
- Menu development
- Plating & preparation
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Creativity
- Verbal communication
- Supply Restocking
- Food plating and presentation
- Ingredient inspection
- Special Dietary needs
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Gujarati
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cook
Cacao 70
11.2023 - Current
Cook
Honest
03.2021 - 09.2023
Certified Kitchen Cook in Modern Culinary Techniques and Menu Innovation -
American Hotel & Lodging Association
BBA - Business Administration
L. J. Institute
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