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NARAYANAN JEGANATHAN
Summary
High-performing Chef offering 20 years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams. Exceptional Head Chef with superb understanding of recipes and food cooking methods. Specialties include determining proper portions, menu planning and managing food inventory. Passionate about food and hospitality. Skillfully manage kitchen and food preparation areas.
Overview
20
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Alacrity Hospitality
Head Chef/Manager
11.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Developed strong vendor relationships to secure fresh, quality ingredients at competitive prices while supporting local businesses whenever possible.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
McEwan's Fine Foods
Cook
01.2019 - 10.2021
Job overview
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Education
Annai Fathima CollageIndia
High School Diploma
07.2005
Skills
- Food Safety
- Kitchen Management
- Cooking techniques
- Meal Preparation
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Ingredient Knowledge
- Recipe creation
- Banquets and catering
- Staff Coordination
- Allergen awareness
- Regional cuisine expertise
- Catering and Events
- Coordinating Kitchen Staff
- Food Production
- Menu Planning
Languages
English
Full Professional
Tamil
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Full Professional
Telugu
Full Professional
Certification
food handler certification
Timeline
Head Chef/Manager
Alacrity Hospitality
11.2021 - Current
Cook
McEwan's Fine Foods
01.2019 - 10.2021
Annai Fathima Collage
High School Diploma
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