Deebase Shrestha
Woodside,NY
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with a proven track record at Hachiroku.inc, excelling in food preparation and team training. Highly motivated with exceptional attention to detail, I improved kitchen efficiency and reduced waste, enhancing customer satisfaction. Skilled in food safety and committed to delivering high-quality dishes in fast-paced environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook
Lucky Rabbit
08.2024 - Current
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Collaborated with chef to develop new menu items, leading to increased diner interest and sales.
Sous Chef
Hachiroku.inc
01.2020 - 01.2024
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Maintained open lines of communication with front-of-house management teams to address any potential issues before they escalated into larger problems affecting overall guest satisfaction levels.
- Improved efficiency in kitchen, organizing workflow to ensure timely preparation and delivery of dishes.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
Barback
Thamel
03.2019 - 12.2020
- Assisted bartenders with drink preparation tasks, resulting in faster service for patrons.
- Maintained cleanliness of all bar areas according to health department standards through diligent sanitation practices.
- Restocked ice, condiments, and snacks.
- Assisted with inventory management, ensuring proper stock levels of liquor, beer, wine, garnishes, and other bar supplies.
Ramen Chef
Brookyln Ramen (Macoon.inc)
02.2017 - 09.2019
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Assistant Shift
Cafe Spice
06.2016 - 02.2017
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and addressing staff concerns promptly.
- Streamlined processes, resulting in faster service times and increased customer satisfaction.
- Addressed customer concerns quickly and professionally, helping to maintain high levels of satisfaction among patrons.
- Organized team-building activities outside of work hours to maintain strong relationships among colleagues.
Assistant Shift Manager
Checkers Rally's
01.2013 - 10.2015
- Reduced staff turnover by implementing comprehensive training programs for new hires and ongoing development opportunities for existing employees.
- Optimized shift scheduling to ensure adequate staffing during peak hours, reducing wait times for customers.
- Consistently achieved sales targets by motivating staff members to upsell products or services whenever appropriate.
- Improved customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing exceptional service.
Education
Associate of Arts -
QCC
Bayside, NYNo Degree - Accounting And Finance
Queens College
Flushing, NY09-2013
Skills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Food preparation
- Food safety knowledge
- Following cooking methods
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- Mixology Certificate - (certified Bartender)
Languages
Nepali
Hindi
English
Timeline
Line Cook
Lucky Rabbit
08.2024 - Current
Sous Chef
Hachiroku.inc
01.2020 - 01.2024
Barback
Thamel
03.2019 - 12.2020
Ramen Chef
Brookyln Ramen (Macoon.inc)
02.2017 - 09.2019
Assistant Shift
Cafe Spice
06.2016 - 02.2017
Assistant Shift Manager
Checkers Rally's
01.2013 - 10.2015
Associate of Arts -
QCC
No Degree - Accounting And Finance
Queens College
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