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Work History
Education
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Certification
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ANOJ THARAKA WIJEKOON

ANOJ THARAKA WIJEKOON

DOHA

Summary

"Professional and highly disciplined COOK with 11 years of international experience in 5-star luxury resorts and high-end restaurants across Sri Lanka, the Maldives, and Qatar. Expert in mise-en-place, precision knife skills, and multi-station support for high-volume services exceeding 300+ covers daily. Thoroughly versed in international HACCP and food safety standards. A dedicated team player with a proven track record of consistency and efficiency in fast-paced environments

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Demi Chef De Partie

Texas De Brazil Mal of Qatar
Doha, Qatar
01.2025 - Current
  • High-Value Responsibility Gaps for Demi Chef de Partie at Texas De Brazil Mall of Qatar
  • Executed daily prep tasks, ensuring quality ingredients are ready for service promptly.**
  • Monitored food presentation standards, enhancing visual appeal of dishes served to guests.**
  • Trained junior kitchen staff on safe food handling practices, fostering a compliant work environment.**

Commis chef and butcher

Texas de Brazil mall of qatar
Doha, Qatar
12.2021 - 01.2025
  • Prepared specialty cuts and dishes according to Brazilian culinary traditions, enhancing menu diversity.**
  • Executed cooking techniques specific to grill and rotisserie methods, maintaining authentic flavors.**
  • Supported inventory audits monthly to ensure accurate stock levels and minimize food waste.**

commis

creed resturant qatar Fast foods
qatar, Qatar
11.2019 - 11.2021
  • Cooked and prepared 20+ menu items according to food safety standards and health regulations
  • Maintained a clean work area and sanitizing station by washing, drying, and sanitizing tools and surfaces
  • Collaborated with team members to assist prep team before rush hour, increasing efficiency rate

Commis I

The Golden Crown Hotel
Kandy, Sri Lanka
01.2018 - 11.2019
  • Crafted innovative banquet menus, elevating guest experiences through creative culinary presentations and seasonal ingredients.
  • Delivered exceptional food quality by skillfully preparing and cooking a range of dishes daily.

2nd Commis chef

Shelbeans Restaurant
Male, Maldives
03.2017 - 12.2018

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Executed dish assembly during peak hours, ensuring timely service and exceptional guest satisfaction

  • Collaborated with senior chefs to design seasonal dishes, enhancing guest satisfaction through culinary creativity.

3rd commis chef

erls regent hotel
Sri Lanka
05.2015 - 08.2017
  • Basic knowledge of all sections.
  • Participated regularly in culinary workshops to stay updated with latest industry trends.
  • Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and hygiene for a safe working environment.
  • Achieved efficient kitchen operations by preparing ingredients for Chefs.
  • Prepared basic dishes under supervision, enhancing culinary skills.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to deliver high-quality meals on time.

Trainee cook

Earl's Regent
Sri Lanka
05.2014 - 05.2015
  • Learning food preparation techniques, following chef instructions,
  • Help to co-ordinate food preparation
  • Ensure accurate records are maintained as directed by the chef in charge
  • Neatly putting away all utensils, cooking instruments, dishes and cutting boards in their respective place

Education

G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination -

Dharmaraja College
Kandy, Sri Lanka

Professional Cookery - Professional Cookery

Technical and Vocational center
Sri Lanka
01-2014

Skills

  • TECHNICAL SKILLS
  • Cooking techniques mastery
  • Kitchen equipment handling
  • Food pairing knowledge
  • Meat quality evaluation
  • Knife handling expertise
  • Meat cutting precision
  • Culinary creativity
  • Meal time coordination
  • Grilling techniques

Accomplishments

    : Employer of the Month, 2025 Texas de Brazil mall of qatar

    : Employer of the Month, 2023Texas de Brazil mall of qatar

    Employer of the Month2015 erls regent hotel kandy srilanka

Affiliations

  • watch movies
  • gym
  • travel

Certification

Safe- steps training, ECOLAB

Languages

English
Native
Hindi
Advanced
Tamil
Advanced

Personal Information

Timeline

Demi Chef De Partie

Texas De Brazil Mal of Qatar
01.2025 - Current

Commis chef and butcher

Texas de Brazil mall of qatar
12.2021 - 01.2025

commis

creed resturant qatar Fast foods
11.2019 - 11.2021

Commis I

The Golden Crown Hotel
01.2018 - 11.2019

2nd Commis chef

Shelbeans Restaurant
03.2017 - 12.2018

3rd commis chef

erls regent hotel
05.2015 - 08.2017

Trainee cook

Earl's Regent
05.2014 - 05.2015

Professional Cookery - Professional Cookery

Technical and Vocational center

G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination -

Dharmaraja College