Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Languages
Personal Information
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Duminda Mahesh Brito

Duminda Mahesh Brito

Halifax,Canada

Summary

Experienced and efficient kitchen professional with a strong background in food preparation, hygiene maintenance, and high-volume operations. Known for exceptional speed, attention to detail, and the ability to work seamlessly under pressure. Highly skilled in maintaining cleanliness, organization, and adherence to safety standards, while contributing to a smooth and efficient workflow.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook

THE HOLLIS HALIFAX- a Double Tree Suites by Hilton Hotel
Halifax, NS
10.2024 - Current

• Prepare meals efficiently while ensuring quality and presentation standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.
• Work quickly under pressure to meet high-demand service periods.
• Assist in inventory management and restocking supplies.

  • Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.
  • Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
  • Prepared a wide range of dishes according to menu specifications and chef instructions.

Cook

TOM’S FAMILY RESTAURANT
Lower Sackville, Canada
05.2023 - 10.2024

• Prepare meals efficiently while ensuring quality and presentation standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.
• Work quickly under pressure to meet high-demand service periods.
• Assist in inventory management and restocking supplies.

  • Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.

Commis Chef

ST. REGIS DOHA
Doha, Qatar
09.2021 - 02.2023
  • In charged of cold kitchen

• Prepare and cook dishes following recipes and quality standards.
• Perform mise en place, including chopping, peeling, and portioning ingredients.
• Maintain cleanliness and adhere to food safety regulations.
• Assist in plating, stock rotation, and minimizing waste.
• Support the kitchen team during busy service hours.
• Continuously develop culinary skills and techniques.

  • Rotated food stock, using up older items first and rejecting expired goods.

Steward

GRAND HYATT DOHA
Doha, Qatar
02.2017 - 08.2021
  • Cross Training Pastry & Bakery as a commis chef from November to December 2018
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas, including dishwashing, utensil cleaning, and sanitation.
    • Operate dishwashing equipment efficiently while ensuring compliance with safety and hygiene standards.
    • Perform deep cleaning tasks in kitchen areas and equipment as required.
    • Ensure the proper disposal of waste and maintain a safe working environment at all times.
  • Handled cleaning tasks with attention to detail, including polishing silverware and glassware.

Commis Chef III

ARALIYA HOTEL HILL
Nuwaraeliya, Sri Lanka
02.2016 - 01.2017

• Assist senior chefs in preparing and cooking dishes according to standardized recipes and quality standards.
• Prepare ingredients, perform mise en place, and ensure proper storage and labeling.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the workstation, adhering to food safety regulations.
• Assist in plating and presentation during service while ensuring consistency in portion sizes.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to maintain smooth operations during peak hours.
• Continuously develop culinary skills and techniques under the guidance of senior chefs.

Intern

ARALIYA HOTEL HILL
Nuwaraeliya, Sri Lanka
09.2015 - 02.2016

• Assist chefs in food preparation, including chopping, peeling, and portioning ingredients.
• Support mise en place to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen, following food safety regulations.
• Learn and practice various cooking techniques under the supervision of senior chefs.
• Assist in plating and presentation of dishes during service.
• Help with stock rotation and proper storage of ingredients.

Education

High School Diploma -

Kandy Nalanda Collage
Sri Lanka
01-2016

Skills

  • A la carte
  • Crisis Management
  • Positive attitude towards work and creativeness
  • Ability to work unsupervised and as part of team
  • Effective communication and presentation skills
  • Neat and clean on everything and work according to play on time
  • Ability to work under pressure and keep focused at the same time on achieving the goal
  • Food preparation techniques
  • Grill and deep-frying skills
  • Chemical Handling and safety
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Beautiful presentation of food
  • Knife skills
  • Food storage
  • Plating and presentation

References

  • Sasindu Dhananjaya, Second Cook, The Hollis Halifax, Sasindudhananjaya17@gmail.com, +1 (902) 989-2546
  • Ravindra Singh, Cook, Tom’s Family Restaurant, A Doubletree Suites by Hilton Hotel, ravindrawat89@gmail.com, +1 (647) 862-8440

Languages

  • English
  • Sinhala

Personal Information

  • Age: 28
  • Citizenship: Sri Lanka
  • Date of Birth: 01/14/97
  • Gender: Male
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Visa Status: Open work permit

Timeline

Cook

THE HOLLIS HALIFAX- a Double Tree Suites by Hilton Hotel
10.2024 - Current

Cook

TOM’S FAMILY RESTAURANT
05.2023 - 10.2024

Commis Chef

ST. REGIS DOHA
09.2021 - 02.2023

Steward

GRAND HYATT DOHA
02.2017 - 08.2021

Commis Chef III

ARALIYA HOTEL HILL
02.2016 - 01.2017

Intern

ARALIYA HOTEL HILL
09.2015 - 02.2016

High School Diploma -

Kandy Nalanda Collage
Duminda Mahesh Brito