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Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
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Gunasekaran RAJARAM

PENTICTON,BRITISH COLUMBIA

Summary

Experienced culinary professional with 13+ years in menu development, food preparation, and culinary staff management. Proven record of improving Galley operations and excelling in food preparation. Adept at managing food inventory and ordering supplies for efficient operations. Detail-oriented with a commitment to maintaining highest standards of Galley cleanliness. Knowledgeable [Desired Position] with a track record of successful business management and growth. Utilizes strategic planning and operational expertise to drive productivity and profitability. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams and implementing innovative solutions.

Overview

19
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

DOSA VILAS INDIAN RESTAURANT

RESSTAURANT OWNER OPERATOR/CHEF/Manager of Operations
11.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.

DENNYS RESTAURANT

LINE COOK/CERTIFIED TRAINER
07.2018 - Current

BERRY AND SMITH TRUCKING

CLASS 1 TRUCK DRIVER
08.2022 - 09.2024

Job overview

  • Excelled in navigation skills using GPS devices, maps, and relying on extensive knowledge of local roads.
  • Increased team efficiency through effective communication, sharing route knowledge, and offering support during challenging situations.
  • Demonstrated commitment to safety by adhering to all company policies and federal transportation regulations.
  • Maintained detailed documentation of travel logs, hours of service, and vehicle maintenance records for compliance purposes.

COSTA CRUISE LINES

DEMI-CHEF DE PARTIE
09.2008 - 06.2018

Job overview

  • Performs Multi areas (galley, Butchery, bakery) in food preparation including setting up of preparation for daily menu requirement as well as ensures that all food on plates is correctly portioned and served uniformly
  • Performs multitask activities such as wash, peel, cut and shred fruits and vegetables
  • Knows and operates all equipment according to standard operating procedures
  • To explain ingredients in the menu and preparation, and mainly maintain the HACCP & Sanitation

THE VITS HOTEL

Commis-3
12.2007 - 04.2008

HOTEL GRT GRAND

Trainee commis
05.2006 - 10.2007

Job overview

  • Performs multitask activities in food preparation including setting up of mise-en-place for daily menu requirement as well as ensures that all food on plates is correctly portioned and served uniformly
  • Measures and mixes ingredients according to recipe to prepare soups, salads, gravies, desserts, sauces, casseroles
  • Works in various galley stations that prepare meat, fish, vegetables, and other foods for baking, roasting, broiling, grilling, braising, sautéing and steaming
  • Performs multitask activities such as wash, peel, cut and shred fruits and vegetables
  • Knows and operates all equipment according to standard operating procedures
  • To explain ingredients in the menu and preparation techniques while working in Buffet areas, and mainly maintain the HACCP& Sanitation

Education

Subbalakshmi Lakshmipathy College of Science
MADURAI ,INDIA

Bachelor of Science from HOSPITALIY Management And Catering Science
04-2006

University Overview

an AUTONOMOUS INSTITUTE. Madurai Kamaraj University.

  • Graduation with Distinction, [Semester, Year]

Tamil Nadu State Government educations

Higher Secondary Education
01.2002

Skills

  • Customer relations
  • Small business operations
  • Relationship building
  • Verbal and written communication

Languages

Hindi
Professional Working
English
Full Professional
Tamil
Native or Bilingual
Telugu
Limited Working
Malayalam
Limited Working

Certification

  • class1 license
  • OFA 1
  • SERVE IT RIGHT
  • FOOD SAFE LEVEL 1

Timeline

RESSTAURANT OWNER OPERATOR/CHEF/Manager of Operations

DOSA VILAS INDIAN RESTAURANT
11.2023 - Current

CLASS 1 TRUCK DRIVER

BERRY AND SMITH TRUCKING
08.2022 - 09.2024

LINE COOK/CERTIFIED TRAINER

DENNYS RESTAURANT
07.2018 - Current

DEMI-CHEF DE PARTIE

COSTA CRUISE LINES
09.2008 - 06.2018

Commis-3

THE VITS HOTEL
12.2007 - 04.2008

Trainee commis

HOTEL GRT GRAND
05.2006 - 10.2007

Tamil Nadu State Government educations

Higher Secondary Education

Subbalakshmi Lakshmipathy College of Science

Bachelor of Science from HOSPITALIY Management And Catering Science
Gunasekaran RAJARAM