Zulfiqar Zaka
Mississauga,Canada
Summary
Looking forward to an opportunity in an atmosphere where I can make a difference, and not just be another payroll figure, with an ambitious pace and desire to scale the peaks of professional excellence. Versatile Chef with vast experience preparing dishes to impress diners. Trains and develops chefs to company standards. Anticipates ingredient needs and arranges re-stock to facilitate productive kitchen flow and uphold business standards.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef Manager
Cha Sha
Mississauga, Canada
04.2024 - Current
- Created menus based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
- Prepared a variety of meats, vegetables, sauces and other items for barbecuing according to recipes.
- Monitored temperatures of grills to ensure proper cooking times were met.
- Ensured that all food served was prepared safely and hygienically.
Chief of Staff
Open mic Café
Mississauga, Canada
12.2022 - 03.2024
- Managed communications between the executive office, senior leaders, and other staff members.
- Organized workshops, seminars, conferences, and other events as required by executives.
- Briefed supervisor and staff on key issues and projects.
Chef Manager
Karachi Hot n Spicy BAR B.Q
Lahore Cantt, Pakistan
07.2011 - 11.2022
- Outdoor Catering Performs.
- Indoor banquet handling.
- How to Wage Exclusive Parties.
- How to Gauge Food Cost.
- Evaluated existing recipes to make sure they met the highest standards of quality.
- Supervised all kitchen operations, including ordering supplies and equipment maintenance.
Head Chef
SALT & PEPPER
Gulberg, Pakistan
02.2009 - 05.2011
- Organized kitchen staff to ensure efficient operations during peak service hours.
- Inspected ingredients and equipment to ensure they meet quality standards.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
Education
Middle School -
Government School
PakistanSkills
- Communication Skill
- Teamwork
- Reliability
- Organized
- Hardworking
- Quick Learner
- Cooking skills
- Kitchen Management
- Order control
- Food Safety
References
Will be furnished on demand
Preferences
Morning Shift and Evening Shifts both Preferred., Full-time / Part-time
Availability
Monday - Sunday, 24/7
Timeline
Chef Manager
Cha Sha
04.2024 - Current
Chief of Staff
Open mic Café
12.2022 - 03.2024
Chef Manager
Karachi Hot n Spicy BAR B.Q
07.2011 - 11.2022
Head Chef
SALT & PEPPER
02.2009 - 05.2011
Middle School -
Government School
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