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Inara Jamal

201 E 12th St,NY

Summary

Dynamic and industry-ready culinary professional with extensive experience in food studies, classical culinary training, and wine expertise. Proficient in menu development, event planning, and executing diverse dining experiences with a focus on sustainability and creativity. Showcased leadership in front and back of house operations and a commitment to community service through culinary volunteering. Passionate about integrating traditional techniques with innovative concepts. Multilingual and well-versed in global cuisines, bringing a rich understanding of food systems and sustainability.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Host and Chef

&the Table
03.2024 - 08.2024
  • Curated, hosted, and cooked for themed dinner gatherings, showcasing culinary skills and fostering community engagement
  • Managed event execution, including menu planning, cooking, ingredient sourcing, and creating a welcoming ambiance.

Culinary Internship

Red Pavilion, Chinese Medicinal Teahouse and Club
Brooklyn, NY
01.2023 - 04.2023
  • Handled prep duties and managed the frying station
  • Planned and managed special events
  • Led and supervised front and back of the house operations.

Scholarship - Summer Abroad Italy

NYU
07.2023 - 08.2023
  • Traveled across Italy to learn about ingredient sourcing and production
  • Learned traditional techniques in pasta, cheese, and regional Italian dish preparation.
  • Studied the slow food movement, history of Mediterranean diet, olive oil regenerative farming, and honey production.

Scholarship - Wine & Beverages Course

NYU
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Extensive study of wine production, tasting, classifications, appellations, and designations
  • Sake, cider, and spirit knowledge

Scholarship - Food Entrepreneurship

NYU
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Gained industry knowledge and studied essentials of managing food businesses
  • Explored food innovation, sustainable practices, and culinary trends
  • Developed skills in business plans, branding, and regulatory requirements

Volunteer

Miriam's Kitchen
Washington DC
08.2021 - 12.2021
  • Produced meals for locals experiencing homelessness.
  • Recipe planning and cooking

Education

Culinary Training -

Institute of Culinary Education
New York, NY
12.2024

Masters - Arts Steinhardt Food Studies

New York University
New York, NY
05.2023

Bachelor of Arts -

The George Washington University
Washington, DC
05.2022

Culinary Arts Summer Program -

Le Cordon Bleu
London, UK
01.2021

Skills

  • Leadership: Time management, Organized, Proactive
  • Attention to Detail: Honest, Diligent, Persevering
  • Creativity & Problem Solving: Critical thinking, Improvisation
  • Culinary Expertise: knowledge of food, wine, and restaurant industry
  • Technical Skills: Food photography, Social media content creation

Languages

  • English, full proficiency
  • Spanish, full proficiency
  • Bengali, full proficiency
  • Hindi, working proficiency

Timeline

Host and Chef

&the Table
03.2024 - 08.2024

Scholarship - Summer Abroad Italy

NYU
07.2023 - 08.2023

Culinary Internship

Red Pavilion, Chinese Medicinal Teahouse and Club
01.2023 - 04.2023

Scholarship - Wine & Beverages Course

NYU
01.2023 - 05.2023

Scholarship - Food Entrepreneurship

NYU
01.2023 - 05.2023

Volunteer

Miriam's Kitchen
08.2021 - 12.2021

Culinary Training -

Institute of Culinary Education

Masters - Arts Steinhardt Food Studies

New York University

Bachelor of Arts -

The George Washington University

Culinary Arts Summer Program -

Le Cordon Bleu

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