Ahmet Durdu
Arlington,VA
Summary
I have been working in the kitchen since 2012. I am a hard-working, creative and leader chef who loves his job. I embrace every kitchen I work in as my own and aim to do the best I can. I work focused on solving problems. I am well organized and handle multiple projects same time.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Flying Chef
Turkish Airlines - Do&Co
09.2022 - 09.2023
- I was responsable to service of the business class at the Extended ranged flights.
- It was a great experience for me because I got the chance travel all around the world, taste and learn local dishes from the countries.
Sous Chef
Markus Prime Ribs
11.2021 - 09.2022
- I had all the responsibilities as my previous jobs. But this time we have to take care all the events, 2 restaurants and the caterings at the same time.
Sous Chef
Allium Villas - Cliff Restaurant
03.2021 - 11.2021
- Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
- Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
Chef De Partie
Ishakoglu Private Chef & Dining
12.2017 - 03.2021
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
- Coordinated with vendors to order supplies and maintain high quality standards.
- Developed full, tasting and special events menus to meet establishment needs and maintain strong customer levels.
Demi Chef
Miller's Waterfront Restaurant
04.2017 - 10.2017
- It was my work and travel job and I worked almost every station of the kitchen.
- Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
- Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.
- Supported chef de partie in daily mise-en-place, assigned preparation projects and inventory activities.
Commis Chef
Noah's Ark Deluxe Hotel
05.2013 - 12.2015
- Supported chef de partie in daily mise-en-place, assigned preparation projects and inventory activities.
- Assisted with development of new menu items, researching and workshopping recipes compatible with existing menu.
Education
Gastronomy And Culinary Arts
Istanbul Aydin University
Istanbul06.2019
Skills
- Culinary Trends
- Food Plating and Presentation
- Developing Menus
- Disciplinary Action
- Quick Learner
- Hardworking
- Multitasking
Timeline
Flying Chef
Turkish Airlines - Do&Co
09.2022 - 09.2023
Sous Chef
Markus Prime Ribs
11.2021 - 09.2022
Sous Chef
Allium Villas - Cliff Restaurant
03.2021 - 11.2021
Chef De Partie
Ishakoglu Private Chef & Dining
12.2017 - 03.2021
Demi Chef
Miller's Waterfront Restaurant
04.2017 - 10.2017
Commis Chef
Noah's Ark Deluxe Hotel
05.2013 - 12.2015
Gastronomy And Culinary Arts
Istanbul Aydin University
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