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H. Shiran Sanjaya Jayawardana

Fairmont Hot Springs,BC

Summary

I am a creative, achievement driven Sous Chef with 20 years of extensive experience in the Mediterranean steak house and Fine dining, Asian cuisine, Pub and Fast food restaurants Including Cafe, Pizza Hut and All Day Dining, My passion is to make food something elegant to behold and delicious to eat! I have acquired substantial skills in the area of kitchen management and menu Planning. I also enjoy developing the skills and knowledge of my team. I'm confident that have all the leadership and food preparation skills necessary to fulfill the role of chef. I'm sure, I would be a great addition to any International Hotel or Restaurant Chain.


Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Experienced Line Chef

Fairmont Hot springs
01.2023 - Current
  • Company Overview: Canada’s Favourite Family Destination
  • Handling A LA Carte daily operation (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
  • Ensured consistent high-quality dishes by adhering to standardized recipes and strict quality control measures.
  • Expedited customer orders with prompt and accurate plate assembly, ensuring top-notch presentation standards.
  • Assisted in training new line chefs, sharing best practices for efficient food preparation and service consistency.
  • Showcased culinary skills during special events, catering to large groups while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
  • Adapted well under pressure in high volume environments while maintaining focus on quality execution
  • Working with the team to handle varying levels of activity
  • Ensured proper storage of food products at appropriate temperatures to maintain food safety standards


Sous chef

Srilankan Airlines Catering
03.2016 - 01.2023
  • Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
  • Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
  • Introduced new culinary techniques to the team, elevating the overall skill level and leading to more diverse menu offerings for guests.
  • Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
  • Improved efficiency in kitchen, organizing workflow to ensure timely preparation and delivery of dishes.
  • Implemented proper cleaning procedures, ensuring a safe and sanitary kitchen workspace compliant with health department regulations.

Chef Departie & Sous chef

Semondu A LA carte Continental Restaurant
08.2010 - 03.2016
  • Company Overview: Managed by Srilankan Airlines Catering, Top best 5 Restaurant In 2015 in Colombo
  • Supervise daily operation in the kitchen and the restaurant
  • Conducting of different food promotions & theme nights to meet the customer demand
  • Create new recipe, plan menus and ensure food meets quality standards
  • Demonstrate new cooking techniques and new equipment to cooking staff
  • Maintain HAACP and personal hygiene standards
  • Monitor food purchasing, maintaining stocks according to the kitchen requirement
  • Responsible for maximizing the productivity and minimizing the food wastage
  • Interview, hired and trained new kitchen staff to maintain strong workforce
  • Conducting training programs for junior staff members


Demi chef De Partie

Jumeirah Emirates Tower Hotel
04.2008 - 05.2010

Company Overview: Best Business Hotel In Dubai

  • Cooking different type of steaks (Wagyu, Kobe, Angus) and fish fillets, poultry, seafood and other food items of the A LA carte as well as set menu
  • Handling VIP functions & Bar orders
  • Capable of handling multiple responsibilities
  • Adapted well under pressure in high volume environments while maintaining focus on quality execution
  • Maintain food quality by following FIFO and handling food tasting session
  • Maintain HAACP and personal hygiene standards
  • Ordering and maintaining stock as required and directed by the Sous Chef
  • Attending all training related to kitchen and hotel operation


Steak House chef

Jumeirah Beach Hotel
11.2003 - 03.2008

Company Overview: Best Resort Hotel In Middle East

  • Cooked different type of streaks (Wagyu, Kobe, Angus etc.) fish fillets, poultry and seafood
  • Preparing & handling all A LA carte orders in the PUB outlet
  • Preparing all food items for breakfast buffet and working at the Live station
  • Handling all A LA carte orders in the Pizza outlet
  • Assist senior chef to prepare food for banquet functions
  • Assist chef for Ordering and maintain the stock
  • Attend all training related to Culinary and operation to improve knowledge and skills etc


Trainee Cook

Heritance Kandalama
11.1999 - 09.2003

Company Overview: Best Resort Hotel in Srilanka

  • Handing all A LA carte orders in the all day dining kitchen
  • Preparing hot food for dinner buffet as well as breakfast buffet
  • Setting up the kitchen with cooking utensils and equipment
  • Studying each recipe and gathering all necessary ingredients
  • Cooking food in a timely manner directed by senior chefs
  • Ensuring appealing plate presentation
  • Ensuring freshness of the food and ingredients
  • Maintaining a clean workspace and kitchen equipment
  • Attend all training related to Culinary and operation to improve knowledge and skills etc


Education

HACCP Training Course

Jumeirah Academy

Food Safety Certification - Food Safety Certification-2023

Government of British Colombia Canada
British Colombia
08-2023

Diploma in Travel And Tourism Economic - Completed A Diploma in Travel And Tourism Economic

University of Colombo – November 2021
Colombo SL
10-2021

Completed A Diploma in NVQ 4 Professional Cookery

National Apprentice And Industrial Training Author
Colombo, Srilanka
06-2014

Food Hygiene Course

Chartered Institute of Dubai Environmental Health
Dubai
05-2006

Hotel Management- Professional Cookery

Colombo Hotel School
Colombo Srilanka
01-1999

Professional Achievements

Emirates Culinary Guild  &  Chef Guild of France BOCUSE dor

  • Silver medal for real high tea competition, Dilmah Real high tea competition Australia, 2015
  • Certificate of participation for Bocuse d’or competition, Chef Guild of France, 2012
  • Silver Medal for Live cooking Beef at Bocuse d’or competition, Chef Guild of France, 2013
  • Silver Medal for Live Cooking Beef Competition, Emirates Culinary Guild, 2010
  • Bronze Medal for Live Cooking Sea Food Competition, Emirates Culinary Guild, 2010
  • Gold Medal for Live Cooking Beef Competition, Emirates Culinary Guild, 2010
  • Silver Medal for Live Cooking Sea Food Competition, Emirates Culinary Guild, 2007
  • Bronze Award for Live Cooking Local Fish Competition, Emirates Culinary Guild, 2006

Timeline

Experienced Line Chef

Fairmont Hot springs
01.2023 - Current

Sous chef

Srilankan Airlines Catering
03.2016 - 01.2023

Chef Departie & Sous chef

Semondu A LA carte Continental Restaurant
08.2010 - 03.2016

Demi chef De Partie

Jumeirah Emirates Tower Hotel
04.2008 - 05.2010

Steak House chef

Jumeirah Beach Hotel
11.2003 - 03.2008

Trainee Cook

Heritance Kandalama
11.1999 - 09.2003

HACCP Training Course

Jumeirah Academy

Food Safety Certification - Food Safety Certification-2023

Government of British Colombia Canada

Diploma in Travel And Tourism Economic - Completed A Diploma in Travel And Tourism Economic

University of Colombo – November 2021

Completed A Diploma in NVQ 4 Professional Cookery

National Apprentice And Industrial Training Author

Food Hygiene Course

Chartered Institute of Dubai Environmental Health

Hotel Management- Professional Cookery

Colombo Hotel School
H. Shiran Sanjaya Jayawardana