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Deepa Gopalakrishnan

Toronto,ON

Summary

High-performing individual with solid background in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing the kitchen and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Home Chef

Self Employed Services
06.2021 - 05.2023

Co-Founder @ Sundari's Kitchen

  • Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
  • Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
  • Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
  • Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
  • Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.

Fashion Designer

Self Employed Services
03.2016 - 04.2021
  • Conducted fittings and adjusted designs to produce comfortable and appealing final products for clients.
  • Selected fabrics, patterns and trims to use in final designs and meet desired aesthetics and quality standards.
  • Sketched artistic and fresh designs for consideration.

Fashion Designer

Shagufta Garments Pvt Ltd
11.2006 - 09.2014
  • Selected fabrics, patterns and trims to use in final designs and meet desired aesthetics and quality standards.
  • Sketched artistic and fresh designs for consideration.
  • Designed seasonal styles according to upcoming trends and popular color palettes.
  • Worked with photographers and stylists to showcase products for optimal visibility.
  • Clearly communicated design revisions to members of fashion design team.

Education

Diploma in Dress Designing & Garment Manufacturing - Fashion Design

Sophia College
India
06.2004

Skills

  • Food Prep Techniques
  • Active Listening
  • Improvement Planning
  • Maintaining Clean Work Areas
  • Special Requests
  • Customer Service Standards
  • Cooking Procedures
  • Quality Assurance
  • Portion Sizes
  • Storage Organization
  • Critical Thinking
  • Proper Food Handling

Timeline

Home Chef

Self Employed Services
06.2021 - 05.2023

Fashion Designer

Self Employed Services
03.2016 - 04.2021

Fashion Designer

Shagufta Garments Pvt Ltd
11.2006 - 09.2014

Diploma in Dress Designing & Garment Manufacturing - Fashion Design

Sophia College
Deepa Gopalakrishnan