Bhavnaben Patel
Halifax,NS
Summary
Seasoned Food Service Supervisor with four years of experience. Effective at maximizing success of food service team through effective training, performance improvements and focus on customer satisfaction. Familiar with delegating work, monitoring performance and solving both routing and complex problems with minimal direction.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Service Supervisor
Harvest
Halifax
07.2023 - Current
- Supervised and coordinated activities of food service personnel to ensure efficient operation of the restaurant.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in all areas of the kitchen.
- Maintained inventory of supplies, equipment, and food items needed for daily operations.
- Ordered necessary supplies from approved vendors to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Provided direction to staff on proper preparation techniques for menu items.
- Monitored portion sizes and plate presentation to ensure consistency across all dishes served.
- Ensured compliance with applicable local laws regarding alcohol sales, sanitation, hygiene.
- Monitored food storage, handling, preparation and delivery to maintain health and safety standards.
- Collaborated with chefs or other culinary professionals in creating new recipes or menu options that appeal to customers' tastes.
- Executed hands-on preventive maintenance and repairs to keep equipment functional.
- Adhered to company food, safety, quality and sanitation policies.
Food Service Supervisor
Yash Caterers
Mumbai, Maharashtra
08.2020 - 06.2023
- Developed menus that met nutritional requirements while staying within budget guidelines.
- Scheduled staff shifts, monitored attendance, and managed payroll records.
- Ordered necessary supplies from approved vendors to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Maintained inventory of supplies, equipment, and food items needed for daily operations.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in all areas of the kitchen.
- Provided direction to staff on proper preparation techniques for menu items.
- Monitored portion sizes and plate presentation to ensure consistency across all dishes served.
- Investigated complaints regarding food quality or customer service issues promptly and effectively resolved them.
- Performed regular inspections of kitchen equipment and storage areas for cleanliness and functionality.
- Ensured compliance with applicable local laws regarding alcohol sales, sanitation, hygiene.
- Implemented strategies designed to increase profitability through cost savings initiatives or improved efficiency measures.
- Collaborated with chefs or other culinary professionals in creating new recipes or menu options that appeal to customers' tastes.
- Reviewed customer feedback forms to identify areas needing improvement in quality or customer service.
- Supervised and coordinated activities of food service personnel to ensure efficient operation of the restaurant.
Baker (Self Employed)
The Eggless Bakes
Mumbai, Maharashtra
04.2017 - 06.2023
- Maintained accurate inventory of baking supplies and ingredients.
- Prepared dough for a variety of bakery items such as cakes and pastries.
- Operated ovens and other equipment to bake products according to established recipes.
- Decorated cakes with icing, sprinkles and other edible decorations.
- Measured out ingredients accurately to ensure consistent product quality.
- Checked baked goods periodically during baking process to ensure desired results were achieved.
- Monitored temperature of ovens and adjusted accordingly to maintain consistency in baking times.
- Placed orders for additional supplies when necessary based on production needs.
- Followed food safety guidelines while preparing all food items.
- Provided customer service by answering questions about menu items or taking orders from customers.
Education
EARLY CHILD CARE EDUCATION -
ORCHIDS ACADEMY OF TEACHER TRAINING
03.2017
SYBCOM - Accounts
UNIVERSITY OF MUMBAI
04.2006
Skills
- Staff Leadership
- Quality assurance policies
- Portioning
- Waste Reduction
- Sanitation Standards
- Cost Control
- Cooking techniques
- Ordering Supplies
- Inventory Management
Timeline
Food Service Supervisor
Harvest
07.2023 - Current
Food Service Supervisor
Yash Caterers
08.2020 - 06.2023
Baker (Self Employed)
The Eggless Bakes
04.2017 - 06.2023
EARLY CHILD CARE EDUCATION -
ORCHIDS ACADEMY OF TEACHER TRAINING
SYBCOM - Accounts
UNIVERSITY OF MUMBAI
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