Ashok kumar
Chef
New York,NY
Summary
Accomplished culinary professional with over five years of diverse experience in high-end kitchen operations, specializing in menu innovation, team leadership, and delivering exceptional dining experiences. Skilled in crafting innovative dishes, improving kitchen workflows, and maintaining consistent food quality and safety standards. Passionate about pushing culinary boundaries and contributing to world-class dining establishments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Line Cook
Naples Grande Beach Resort
11.2023 - 11.2024
- Oversee daily food production to meet the hotel's rigorous quality standards
- Prepare handcrafted pasta for daily specials and contribute to new dish trials
- Maintain well-stocked and organized stations to ensure seamless service
- Collaborate with the Chef de Cuisine on innovative menu ideas
- Foster teamwork and adapt to the resort's culture for efficient operations
Chef De Partie
Welcome Heritage Cheetahgarh Resort & Spa
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Train and supervise junior chefs, ensuring adherence to standards and fostering growth.
- Enforced strict compliance with food safety and handling protocols
- Coordinate daily tasks with the Executive Chef, ensuring smooth kitchen operations.
- Follow SOPs for proper food handling and storage, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Maintain strong inter-departmental communication for efficient collaboration and service.
Demi Chef De Partie
Felix Beach
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Collaborate with the chef to create and refine new menu items, bringing fresh ideas to the table.
- Oversee kitchen operations in the chef's absence, ensuring seamless service and adherence to standards
- Leverage every opportunity to innovate, enhancing the restaurant's offerings and guest experience.
Commis 1
Fio Pop
04.2022 - 08.2022
Chef Manager
Cuoco the Café
06.2021 - 03.2022
Kitchen Operational Trainee
Indigo Delicatessen Lokhandwala
07.2018 - 04.2020
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality & Hotel Administration
Institute of Hotel Management (IHM)
Mumbai 05.2015 - 05.2018
Skills
Culinary Leadership
Menu Development
Fine Dining Expertise
Food Preparation & Safety
Team Management
Operational Efficiency
Innovative Cuisine
Training & Development
Guest Relations
Food presentation
Certification
ServSafe
Timeline
Line Cook
Naples Grande Beach Resort
11.2023 - 11.2024
Chef De Partie
Welcome Heritage Cheetahgarh Resort & Spa
08.2023 - 10.2023
Demi Chef De Partie
Felix Beach
09.2022 - 06.2023
Commis 1
Fio Pop
04.2022 - 08.2022
Chef Manager
Cuoco the Café
06.2021 - 03.2022
Kitchen Operational Trainee
Indigo Delicatessen Lokhandwala
07.2018 - 04.2020
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality & Hotel Administration
Institute of Hotel Management (IHM)
05.2015 - 05.2018