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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
References
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Sameer Bhandari

Edmonton,AB

Summary

Dynamic Culinary Manager with a proven track record at Compass Group, specializing in culinary menu creation and team leadership. Expertise in innovative recipe development and stringent hygiene standards has consistently elevated dining experiences. Renowned for overseeing culinary operations while demonstrating strong budgeting skills, resulting in improved kitchen efficiency and creativity.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chef

Compass Group
Edmonton, Alberta
11.2023 - Current
  • Planned menus, ordered supplies and managed kitchen staff.
  • Trained new chefs on proper cooking techniques and menu items.
  • Kept up to date with current culinary trends, as well as health and safety regulations.
  • Developed creative ideas for special events or promotions involving food preparation or presentation.
  • Supervised team members during meal service to ensure accuracy of orders.

Sous Chef

Britania Brewing Ladner
Ladner, British Columbia
01.2023 - 11.2023
  • Developed daily specials utilizing seasonal ingredients.
  • Collaborated with Executive Chef to create innovative dishes for special events.
  • Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews with line cooks while providing constructive feedback where necessary.
  • Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.

HEAD CHEF

Chhahari Club House & Banquet Pvt. Ltd.
Rupandehi, Nepal
03.2022 - 11.2022

SOUS CHEF

Soho Bar and Grill
Century Village, Dubai
01.2020 - 04.2021
  • Company Overview: CHI Hospitality
  • CHI Hospitality

HEAD CHEF

S I Street Café & Restaurant
Tilottama, Nepal
01.2016 - 01.2019

Chef

Bridge House and Dining Hall
London Bridge
11.2012 - 02.2015

TEAM LEADER

Mark & Spencer
London

Education

BA (Hons.) - Strategic Hospitality Management

Williams College
London

Skills

  • Culinary Menu Creation
  • Compliance with Quality Standards
  • Culinary Operations Oversight
  • Budgeting and cost control
  • Hygiene Standards Implementation
  • Culinary expertise
  • Recipe creation

Certification

  • Completion of Advanced (Management Level) food handling exams ( 2024-04-07) , Alberta, Canada.
  • Allergen Training for the foodservice and food retail industry ( 10 Mar, 2024) , Alberta, canada.

Languages

English
Professional
Hindi
Professional
Nepali
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Chef

Compass Group
11.2023 - Current

Sous Chef

Britania Brewing Ladner
01.2023 - 11.2023

HEAD CHEF

Chhahari Club House & Banquet Pvt. Ltd.
03.2022 - 11.2022

SOUS CHEF

Soho Bar and Grill
01.2020 - 04.2021

HEAD CHEF

S I Street Café & Restaurant
01.2016 - 01.2019

Chef

Bridge House and Dining Hall
11.2012 - 02.2015

TEAM LEADER

Mark & Spencer

BA (Hons.) - Strategic Hospitality Management

Williams College
Sameer Bhandari