Akshata Yarabandi
Santa Clara,CA
Summary
Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Experienced with Indian cuisine, sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles. Conversational English skills. High-performing individual with solid background in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef and Business Owner
Self Employed
01.2024 - Current
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations.
- Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency through effective staff management and delegation.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
- Developed innovative recipes, attracting new clientele and increasing overall sales.
- Implemented rigorous quality control measures to ensure consistent taste and presentation of dishes.
Sales Representative
John Deer Tractors Branch
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking, and relationship building.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
- Collaborated with marketing to create impactful promotional materials for increased brand awareness.
- Conducted product demonstrations to educate customers on features, benefits, and competitive advantages.
- Negotiated contracts to secure long-term business relationships and favorable pricing for clients.
- Utilized CRM software to manage client information, track leads, and monitor sales progress efficiently.
Team Leader
Karanataka Milk Fedration
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient work processes and regularly reviewing performance metrics.
- Developed team members'' skills through targeted coaching sessions, resulting in improved individual performance.
- Led cross-functional teams to execute projects on time, within budget, and with high-quality outcomes.
- Streamlined workflows for increased efficiency, reducing turnaround times for critical tasks.
- Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
- Established clear communication channels that ensured the timely exchange of information between team members and stakeholders.
- Coordinated resources effectively to meet project deadlines and achieve desired results.
Education
BBA - Business Management
Smt. Yadhwad Government Collage
Ramdurg India06.2014
Skills
- Resource Management
- Purchasing
- Meal Preparation
- Menu Development
- Business Management
- Cost Control
- Equipment Maintenance
- Pantry Restocking
- Staff Coordination
- Signature Dish Creation
- Workflow Optimization
- Recipe Development
Accomplishments
I won best manager award in collage festival. I won food competitions on multiple occasions.
Affiliations
- I started my own restaurant to use my passion for cooking to serve the community
Certification
I have caterers permit and food handlers certificate.
Languages
English
Professional Working
Hindi
Full Professional
Kannada
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Chef and Business Owner
Self Employed
01.2024 - Current
Sales Representative
John Deer Tractors Branch
01.2011 - 01.2013
Team Leader
Karanataka Milk Fedration
01.2010 - 01.2011
BBA - Business Management
Smt. Yadhwad Government Collage