Deepthi Jayatunge
Hamilton,ON
Summary
Proficient Sous Chef highly effective at operating in fast-paced, demanding environments. Adaptable professional with success in handling any challenge. -10-year background in the high-end restaurant industry.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook Supervisor
Salvation Army Hamilton Booth Center
06.2010 - Current
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
- Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current culinary trends and techniques.
- Trained new hires in food handling and safety protocols to boost knowledge and performance.
- Controlled food costs and managed inventory.
- Addressed customer complaints with professional demeanor and used communication and problem-solving skills to resolve issues.
- Coordinated kitchen activities with front-of-house staff for seamless and service.
- Created new recipes, outlined steps, and training staff on correct preparation.
- Planned routine upkeep of kitchen equipment and facilities for safe and efficient operations.
- Disciplined and motivated staff to achieve challenging objectives in fast-paced culinary environments.
Pizza Cook
McMaster University Hospitality Services
09.2008 - 04.2009
Finance Controller /Accountant
Government / Apollo Hospitals / Edna Chocolates
01.2000 - 06.2008
- Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
Education
Diploma - Executive Chef
Liaison College Hamilton
Hamilton, ON10.2010
Chartered Management Accountant -
Associate Chartered Global Management Accountants
USA 01.2000
Associate Member of Chartered Institute of Mgt Act -
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
UK04.1984
Discovery Program - Human Behavioral Studies
McMaster University
Hamilton, ON09.2016
Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Safe Food Handling
- New Products Evaluation
- Budget Compliance
- Facility Policies and Procedures
- Production and Time Sequencing
- Work Schedule Creation
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Organization and Prioritization
- Work Procedures Evaluation
- Motivational Team Management
- Kitchen Scheduling
- Organize Supplies
- Control Labor Costs
- Equipment Preparation
- Staff Training
- Weekly Menu Preparation
- Performance Improvement Monitoring
- Dietary Requirements
- Inventory Oversight
- Team Supervision
Timeline
Cook Supervisor
Salvation Army Hamilton Booth Center
06.2010 - Current
Pizza Cook
McMaster University Hospitality Services
09.2008 - 04.2009
Finance Controller /Accountant
Government / Apollo Hospitals / Edna Chocolates
01.2000 - 06.2008
Diploma - Executive Chef
Liaison College Hamilton
Chartered Management Accountant -
Associate Chartered Global Management Accountants
Associate Member of Chartered Institute of Mgt Act -
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
Discovery Program - Human Behavioral Studies
McMaster University
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