DHAMODHARAN RAMASAMY
Calgary,Canada
Summary
Experienced and driven culinary supervisor with a proven track record of leading teams to exceed performance targets and deliver exceptional customer satisfaction. Adept at maintaining high operational efficiency and cost control in fast-paced environments. Focused on quality, teamwork, and compliance with health and safety standards.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Seed N Salt Inc
Calgary, Canada
03.2024 - Current
- Supervise cooking staff and oversee food preparation and quality
- Enforce food safety regulations and maintain hygienic conditions
- Coordinate kitchen operations and staff relationships
- Reduce food waste and ensure proper food storage
Chef De Partie
Anejo Restaurant
Calgary, Canada
04.2023 - 02.2024
- Directed kitchen team and food preparation processes
- Maintained inventory and managed supply shortages
- Promoted collaboration among team members
Kitchen Supervisor
Honoria Conway
Vancouver, Canada
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Prepared nutritious meals for patients based on dietary needs
- Ensured adherence to quality standards and hygiene protocols
- Supported overall patient and visitor meal experience
Cook I
Seed N Salt Inc
Calgary, Canada
11.2019 - 09.2022
- Followed specific menus including dietary options
- Practiced composting and recycling to minimize waste
- Maintained food safety and cleanliness standards
Chef Tournant
Norwegian Cruise Line
Miami, USA
08.2008 - 07.2019
- Managed staffing, schedules, and performance
- Assisted in menu development and USPH compliance
- Oversaw kitchen operations and equipment use
Chef De Partie
Grand Ashok
Bangalore, India
08.2006 - 06.2008
- Maintained food quality and kitchen stock
- Trained junior chefs and enforced HACCP standards
- Managed banquet food lines and hygiene compliance
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Hotel Management and Catering Science
VLB Janakiammal College of Arts And Science
Coimbatore, Tn 06.2003 - 01/2006
Skills
- Efficient kitchen item delivery
- Inventory analysis
- Sales analysis
- Operational improvements
- Waste minimization
- Portion control
- Cost reduction
- Staff training
- Performance monitoring
- Feedback
- Financial reporting
- Log balancing
- Compliance with Canadian Public Health standards
Certification
- Advanced Course in Continental Cuisine and International Grill Menu
- Advanced Communication Skills Course
- Fire Safety & Firefighting Training
- Hotel Operations Training - The Chancery Pavilion, Bangalore
- USPH Certification - Norwegian Cruise Line
Awards
- Student Athlete Award (2005-2006)
- Employee of the Month - Norwegian Cruise Line
- Best Performer - Hotel Grand Ashok
- Twice Awarded - National Quiz 'Awakening Indians to India'
- Zinzi Wine Award - Wine Tasting (Graduation)
Timeline
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Seed N Salt Inc
03.2024 - Current
Chef De Partie
Anejo Restaurant
04.2023 - 02.2024
Kitchen Supervisor
Honoria Conway
11.2022 - 03.2023
Cook I
Seed N Salt Inc
11.2019 - 09.2022
Chef Tournant
Norwegian Cruise Line
08.2008 - 07.2019
Chef De Partie
Grand Ashok
08.2006 - 06.2008
Bachelor's Degree - Hotel Management and Catering Science
VLB Janakiammal College of Arts And Science
06.2003 - 01/2006