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Dikhshant Khuttan

Halifax,NS

Summary

Adept at transforming ingredients into high-quality pizzas, I honed my skills at Fresh Slice Pizza, mastering dough handling and kitchen management. My dedication to food safety and team collaboration significantly enhanced kitchen efficiency and customer satisfaction, consistently producing visually appealing pizzas that upheld the brand's reputation. Customer-focused individual with flexible availability, including weekends and evenings. Comfortable making deliveries, preparing pizzas and handling large amounts of cash. Fast learner talented at following set recipes and using sharp knives and hot plates. First-class Pizza Maker with experience preparing dough by hand, operating cooking equipment and plating fresh pizza and other specialties. Enthusiastic team player with outstanding dexterity to create exceptional handmade items. Successful at remaining upbeat and meeting quick turnarounds while working in tight, hot kitchen areas. Responsible and safety-oriented with solid background creating outstanding pizzas. Hard worker with dynamic time management skills and in-depth menu knowledge. Offers expertise working in Italian restaurants and pizza parlors throughout Location. Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation and stock management. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

Work History

Pizza Maker

Fresh Slice Pizza
03.2023 - 07.2023
  • Rolled and shaped dough to correct sizes and shapes based on orders to fit in oven and cook evenly.
  • Learned and memorized menu items and specials to provide accurate and up-to-date information to kitchen staff.
  • Prepared raw materials for cooking by cutting vegetables and preparing dough.
  • Developed strong time management skills by juggling multiple orders during peak hours without compromising quality.
  • Operated pizza oven and other kitchen equipment safely to protect team members from harm and equipment from damage.
  • Monitored and maintained clean working areas and cooking surfaces.
  • Used pizza cutter to slice pizzas according to size and customer specifications.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace for efficient pizza making, ensuring optimal productivity.
  • Handled cash register operations by applying coupons, giving customer totals, and processing cash and credit card payments.
  • Followed food safety and sanitation guidelines to prevent foodborne illnesses and promote customer health and safety.
  • Maintained pizza-making and kitchen equipment to keep items in good working condition and kitchen operating smoothly.
  • Wiped down counters and food prep stations using bleach and clean cloths.
  • Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with customers, addressing their needs, and resolving any issues promptly.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently preparing high-quality pizzas according to company standards and customer preferences.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline kitchen operations and maintain timely order fulfillment.
  • Monitored pizzas throughout cooking process to deliver correct doneness and prevent burning or undercooking.
  • Established a positive work environment by fostering effective communication and teamwork among colleagues, contributing to overall job satisfaction and productivity.
  • Prioritized strict adherence to food safety regulations, maintaining a clean work area free from cross-contamination risks at all times.
  • Demonstrated versatility by assisting with other kitchen tasks such as prep work, dishwashing, or front-of-house duties as needed.
  • Ensured adherence to safety procedures and protocols while working in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
  • Assisted in training new employees on proper pizza-making techniques, contributing to overall staff proficiency.
  • Coached new workers on store policies, pizza making, and dough preparation.
  • Tracked inventory of ingredients and supplies to keep kitchen well stocked and meet product and service demands.
  • Upheld brand reputation through consistently producing visually appealing pizzas that met company presentation standards.
  • Handled customer complaints professionally to prevent negative reviews or loss of business.
  • Managed inventory effectively, reducing food waste and controlling costs for the business.
  • Achieved consistent positive reviews from customers by delivering exceptional service and high-quality products.

Education

Operation Management - Material Management

British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, BC
07.2022

Skills

  • Safe Food Handling
  • Food Safety
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Kitchen Organization
  • Customer Service
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Equipment Cleaning
  • Order Preparation
  • Pizza Shaping
  • Attention to Detail
  • Ingredient Preparation
  • Order Taking and Processing
  • Customer Order Management
  • Dough handling
  • Kitchen Management
  • Food presentation
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Ingredients Preparation
  • Food Processing
  • Supply Restocking
  • Oven Operation
  • Phone Etiquette
  • POS Systems
  • Inventory Management
  • Recipe Adherence
  • Kitchen Equipment Operation
  • Order Accuracy
  • Sauce making
  • Temperature Control
  • Portion Control
  • Sanitation Practices
  • Weights and Measurements
  • Product Stocking and Rotating
  • Health Code Compliance
  • ServSafe Certification
  • Spoilage prevention
  • Organizational Skills

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Pizza Maker

Fresh Slice Pizza
03.2023 - 07.2023

Operation Management - Material Management

British Columbia Institute of Technology
Dikhshant Khuttan