Prasish Gurung
Ottawa,ON
Summary
Culinary specialist with strong skills in food preparation and safety. Recognized for attention to detail and efficient inventory management. Prepared to drive culinary excellence and enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Sous Chef
Aramark
Ottawa, Ontario
09.2024 - 03.2026
- Directed kitchen operations while ensuring strict adherence to food safety standards.
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff in advanced food preparation techniques.
- Collaborated with management to create innovative seasonal menu offerings.
- Prepared diverse dishes following established recipes for consistent quality.
- Maintained inventory levels and ordered supplies to optimize kitchen efficiency.
- Implemented streamlined workflows to enhance overall kitchen productivity.
- Monitored food presentation and quality prior to service delivery.
- Fostered a positive work environment by promoting teamwork among kitchen staff.
Senior Chef de Partie
Tomlin
Thunder Bay, Ontario
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Prepared and plated dishes according to menu specifications and presentation standards.
- Supervised junior kitchen staff, providing guidance on cooking techniques.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring timely ordering of fresh ingredients.
- Collaborated with chefs to develop seasonal menus reflecting current food trends.
- Assisted in creating daily specials to enhance guest dining experiences.
- Adjusted recipes based on customer requests or dietary restrictions.
- Identified areas for improvement within kitchen operations.
- Maintained records of food costs and inventory levels for budgeting.
Expeditor/Chef de Partie
Man vs meat
Thunder Bay, Ontario
11.2020 - 03.2023
Pastaio/Butcher chef/Pastry Chef
Giorg cuccina e barre
Thunder Bay, Ontario
03.2022 - 02.2023
- Crafted fresh pasta using traditional techniques and quality ingredients.
- Crafted sauces using fresh ingredients and traditional techniques to enhance menu offerings.
- Assembled charcuterie boards featuring cured meats, cheeses, fruits, and nuts.
- Created visually appealing platters for events and special occasions.
- Trained new staff on preparation techniques and kitchen protocols to ensure consistency in food quality.
- Monitored inventory levels and initiated restocking processes to maintain supply availability.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to fulfill special menu requests efficiently.
Culinary School Placement
Bight restaurant
Thunder Bay, Ontario
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environments while maintaining high customer satisfaction rates.
- Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely meal delivery, improving customer satisfaction.
- Operated grills, fryers, and broilers to ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Checked completed orders for accuracy in quantity and quality.
- Sanitized workstation at shift's end to reduce risk of food-borne illnesses.
- Performed inventory management and ordered supplies as part of administrative duties.
- Collaborated with team members to meet project objectives and deadlines, enhancing overall team efficiency.
Education
College Diploma - Culinary Arts & Management
Confederation College of Applied Arts And Technology
Thunder Bay04-2024
College Degree - Hotel Management
Nthmc
Pokhara, Nepal12-2019
Skills
- Menu development
- Menu planning
- Dish preparation
- Meal preparation
- Recipe creation
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Purchasing
- Cost control
- Kitchen management
- Food service operations
- Fine-dining expertise
- World cuisines
- Butchery skills
- Menu development
- Knife skills
- Kitchen equipment and tools
- Attention to detail
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Nepali
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual
Gurung
Native/ Bilingual
French
Limited
Certification
Food safe
Affiliations
Field Placement seminars
Timeline
Sous Chef
Aramark
09.2024 - 03.2026
Senior Chef de Partie
Tomlin
01.2023 - 08.2024
Culinary School Placement
Bight restaurant
06.2022 - 08.2022
Pastaio/Butcher chef/Pastry Chef
Giorg cuccina e barre
03.2022 - 02.2023
Expeditor/Chef de Partie
Man vs meat
11.2020 - 03.2023
College Diploma - Culinary Arts & Management
Confederation College of Applied Arts And Technology
College Degree - Hotel Management
Nthmc