Aryan Sharma
Santa Clara,CA
Summary
Professional culinary specialist with proven track record in high-pressure kitchen environments. Adept at team collaboration and flexible with changing needs, ensuring smooth and efficient operations. Possesses strong skills in menu planning, food preparation, and quality control. Known for achieving high standards and delivering results that exceed expectations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Chef
The Bywater
12.2022 - Current
- Assisted in menu development by incorporating seasonal ingredients and current culinary trends.
- Maintained high standards of food safety and sanitation in kitchen operations.
- Collaborated with head chef to streamline food preparation processes, improving efficiency.
- Trained and mentored junior kitchen staff on cooking techniques and presentation skills.
Chef De Partie
French Laundry
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Prepared and plated dishes according to French Laundry standards, ensuring high-quality presentation and flavor.
- Collaborated with kitchen team to execute daily menus, maintaining efficiency during peak service hours.
- Developed strong relationships with local vendors, sourcing fresh ingredients that elevated dish quality and authenticity.
Sous Chef
Sidecar
12.2019 - 12.2022
- Increased kitchen productivity by optimizing workflow processes and delegating tasks appropriately within the team.
- Ensured consistent quality control of all dishes leaving the kitchen, resulting in a reputation for excellence among patrons.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
Education
BBA - Business
De Anza College
Cupertino, CA07-2027
High School Diploma -
Wilcox High School
Santa Clara, CA06-2017
Skills
- Team leadership
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Menu planning
- Food presentation
- Detail-oriented
- Cost control
Certification
- United States Army Reserves - 2017- Present
Timeline
Sous Chef
The Bywater
12.2022 - Current
Chef De Partie
French Laundry
10.2022 - 12.2022
Sous Chef
Sidecar
12.2019 - 12.2022
BBA - Business
De Anza College
High School Diploma -
Wilcox High School