CHAMITHA GHANATHILAKA
COLOMBO
Summary
Determined Commis Chef promoting great stamina, passion and versatility. Flexible individual skilled working as part of busy team and interested in helping with different tasks. Over twelve
years of experience in busy, high-end restaurant environments. Commis Chef with twelve years of experience in Fine Dining restaurants. Assists other chefs in food prep, ingredient measurement and station maintenance. Work well in fast-paced cooking Specially Sri Lankan & Indian cuisine and food prep environment. Particular expertise in Hospitality Industry working under renowned chef de parties.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Commis I Chef
Cheesecake Factory Restaurant (Alshaya Group)
10.2022 - Current
- Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
- Prepped daily menu items to quickly deliver upon request.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Rotated through all prep stations to learn different techniques.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
Demi Chef De Partie
Kings Hospital
06.2019 - 09.2022
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Seasoned and marinated cuts of meat, poultry and fish.
- Measured high demand spices and commonly used ingredients to prevent overages and waste.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
Commis 1
ME COLOMBO
01.2018 - 06.2019
- Prepped daily menu items to quickly deliver upon request.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
Commis II
Serenus Boutique Villa
08.2012 - 01.2018
- Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
- Prepped daily menu items to quickly deliver upon request.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Observed different kitchen chefs' preparation of sauces, breads, and other items to gain knowledge in diverse cooking and baking techniques.
- Signed for deliveries, checked items into inventory and stocked goods into proper locations.
- Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
Kitchen Helper
Intercontinental Hotel
01.2012 - 07.2012
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
- Operated standard kitchen equipment with focus on safety and sanitation.
- Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Transported food items from storage areas to kitchen for prepping.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Followed recipes and chef instructions to prepare food correctly.
Education
No Degree - Diploma in Hotel Management
Dutch Lanka Hotel School
Kandy, Sri Lnka2011
No Degree - Diploma In English
YALE College
Gampaha, Sri Lanka2011
High School Diploma -
Minu/ Burullapitiya Mv
Minuwangoda2010
Skills
- Quality Improvement
- Waste Control
- Cutting Techniques
- Sauce Preparation
- Measuring and Portioning
- Assist Customers
- Inventory Supervision
- Customer Needs Assessments
- Company Quality Standards
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Commis I Chef
Cheesecake Factory Restaurant (Alshaya Group)
10.2022 - Current
Demi Chef De Partie
Kings Hospital
06.2019 - 09.2022
Commis 1
ME COLOMBO
01.2018 - 06.2019
Commis II
Serenus Boutique Villa
08.2012 - 01.2018
Kitchen Helper
Intercontinental Hotel
01.2012 - 07.2012
No Degree - Diploma in Hotel Management
Dutch Lanka Hotel School
No Degree - Diploma In English
YALE College
High School Diploma -
Minu/ Burullapitiya Mv
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