Kawaldeep Singh
Niagara Falls
Summary
I am motivated to develop my skills and grow professionally. Currently, I am looking for a new and challenging position, which will make best use of my existing skills and build new experience. My origin is Indian and I live in Poland, Cracow.
Experienced in preparing diverse and delicious meals with focus on fresh, quality ingredients. Consistently delivering high standards of food presentation and flavour in fast-paced kitchen environments. Strong background in managing kitchen staff and maintaining hygiene standards.
Responsible, passionate about delivering outstanding quality and service. Offering 7 years of experience in industry with history of recognition for performance.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef Assistant
Hala forum spolka z.o.o
Krakow
04.2024 - 03.2025
- Developed new recipes based on knowledge of consumer tastes, ideal nutritional needs and budgetary considerations.
- Optimised food preparation procedures to reduce waste and increase efficiency without compromising quality.
- Successfully increased revenue by sourcing alternative suppliers to reduce kitchen expenses.
- Supervised junior kitchen staff, providing training on cooking techniques and kitchen safety practices.
- Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen, following food safety regulations.
- Managed kitchen inventory, conducted weekly stock checks, and ordered supplies to maintain adequate levels.
- Monitored cooking equipment maintenance, scheduled repairs, and replacements to ensure operational functionality.
- Checked food and ingredients for freshness and weighed, mixed and prepped materials before cooking meals.
- Conducted food tastings and adjusted seasonings to perfect recipes before menu inclusion.
- Used excellent attention to detail during decoration of cakes, cupcakes and cookies, reproducing requested shapes and sizes.
- Worked with experienced chefs to learn requirements of different cooking stations and dishes.
Chef Assistant
Dal fabbro
Hamburg
02.2023 - 03.2024
- Kept kitchen equipment and knives in good working order through regular maintenance.
- Maintained kitchen stations in line with health and safety standards.
- Maintained cleanliness in kitchen areas, including utensils and equipment, to uphold hygiene standards.
- Implemented waste reduction strategies, significantly decreasing food wastage and costs.
- Fostered a positive working environment, encouraging teamwork and productivity among kitchen staff.
- Assisted head chef in preparation of gourmet dishes, maintaining high quality and consistency.
- Prepared dishes for serving by arranging plates as instructed by head chefs.
- Collaborated with kitchen team to streamline cooking processes, reducing food preparation time.
- Managed inventory, conducted stock checks, and ordered supplies to maintain kitchen efficiency.
- Prepared ingredients for cooking, completing tasks such as chopping vegetables, butchering meat or cleaning seafood.
- Trained new kitchen assistants, imparting skills and kitchen protocol effectively.
- Kept kitchen equipment and machines in good working order by conducting time to time preventive maintenance and inspections.
- Removed waste and inadequate food items regularly to keep work spaces neat and clean.
- Monitored temperatures in refrigerators, freezers and warming lamps.
- Prepared dishes for up to 100 guests at catering events or during high-volume shifts.
chef
california
krakow
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Coordinated with suppliers to source high-quality ingredients at competitive prices.
- Conducted food safety inspections, maintaining strict hygiene standards in the kitchen.
- Evaluated employee performance, providing constructive feedback for career development.
- Trained new chefs, imparting essential culinary skills and kitchen management techniques.
- Maintained compliance with health and safety regulations, conducting regular staff training sessions.
- Implemented waste reduction strategies, significantly decreasing food wastage.
- Established clear standards for cooking, garnishing and presenting food.
chef
oktobae resturant
hamburg
01.2019 - 12.2022
- Kept kitchen equipment and knives in good working order through regular maintenance.
- Maintained kitchen stations in line with health and safety standards.
- Washed, peeled, chopped, cut and cooked food within tight deadlines and without supervision.
- Conducted routine checks on kitchen equipment, reporting any malfunctions for timely repairs.
- Managed inventory, conducted stock checks, and ordered supplies to maintain kitchen efficiency.
- Prepared ingredients by washing, chopping, marinating, and seasoning, following strict hygiene standards.
- Implemented waste reduction strategies, significantly decreasing food wastage and costs.
chef
eat bell
hamburg
01.2018 - 12.2019
- Prepared for each shift by placing clean cutting board and utensil bath at workstation.
- Optimised food preparation procedures to reduce waste and increase efficiency without compromising quality.
- Worked with kitchen staff during busy periods to maintain service delivery quality and wow guests with amazing meals.
- Conducted food tastings and adjusted seasonings to perfect recipes before menu inclusion.
- Monitored cooking equipment maintenance, scheduled repairs, and replacements to ensure operational functionality.
- Successfully increased revenue by sourcing alternative suppliers to reduce kitchen expenses.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - Commerce
Indian army school
Amirtsar, IndiaBachelor of commerce - Economic and business analysts
G.N.D.U
AmritsarSkills
- Italian Food
- Indian Food
- Greek Food and Grill
- Grill operation
- Kitchen equipment familiarity
- Kitchen organisation
- Food Hygiene
- Ingredient preparation
- Menu planning
- Allergen awareness
- Creative presentation
- Stress tolerance
- Safe food handling
- Pasta cooking
- Seafood preparation
Language
English - B2
Deutsch - B2
Polish - A1
Hindi - C2
Punjabi - C2
Hobbies and Interests
- Traviling
- Cooking
- Listen to music
Personal Information
Date of birth: 12/04/1991
Timeline
Chef Assistant
Hala forum spolka z.o.o
04.2024 - 03.2025
Chef Assistant
Dal fabbro
02.2023 - 03.2024
chef
california
01.2022 - 12.2023
chef
oktobae resturant
01.2019 - 12.2022
chef
eat bell
01.2018 - 12.2019
Certificate of Higher Education - Commerce
Indian army school
Bachelor of commerce - Economic and business analysts
G.N.D.U