- Participating in cultural exchange programs and homestays
- Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
- Historical Exploration
- Food Tourism
- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
- Cooking
- Knitting and Crocheting
- Baking
- Swimming
- Video Gaming
- Hiking
Jagdish Singh
Fontana,CA
Summary
Dedicated and skilled Chef with 8 years of hands-on experience in food preparation, cooking, and full kitchen operations. Proficient in ingredient preparation, chopping, grilling, sautéing, plating, and maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation. Experienced in fast-paced kitchen environments with a strong focus on cleanliness, food safety, time management, and teamwork. Committed to delivering consistent, high-quality dishes while supporting smooth kitchen workflow and maintaining excellent customer satisfaction
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
Kissan Indian Cuisne
Fontana, CA
10.2023 - Current
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Chef
Taste of India
Santa Ponsa (spain)
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Supported inventory management by tracking supplies and reporting shortages to chefs.
- 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.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
Chef
Brothers Dhaba
Amritsar (india)
07.2018 - 03.2022
- Assisted in food preparation and ingredient sourcing to support kitchen operations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen tools and equipment for safety compliance.
- Learned cooking techniques and recipes under supervision to enhance culinary skills.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Engaged in training programs to develop knowledge of kitchen best practices and procedures.
- Participated in menu planning sessions to contribute creative ideas for seasonal dishes.
- Observed health and safety standards while handling food products to prevent contamination.
- Developed and executed innovative Indian cuisine recipes, enhancing menu offerings and guest satisfaction.
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety standards and efficient workflow.
Education
Hotel And Hospitality Management - Tourism And Hotel Management
Mcast
Malta04-2022
High School Diploma -
Goverment Senior Secondary School
Amritsar (india)03-2015
Skills
- tandoor cooking
- Food safety and sanitation
- Customer service
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Kitchen management
- Food quality
- curry & biryani preparation
- temperature control & proper storage
- Food presentation
- Meal preparation
- Team collaboration
- Grilling techniques
- Staff coordination
- Seafood preparation
- New hire training
- Vegan cooking
Certification
- 🏆 Best Chef Award – Recognized for excellence in authentic Indian cuisine and outstanding kitchen performance (2023) in spain
- 🏆 Excellence in Tandoor Cooking – Recognized for mastery in traditional clay oven techniques (2024) in fontana CA
- ✅ San Bernardino County, CA certified Food Handler – Knowledgeable in food safety, sanitation, temperature control, and cross-contamination prevention
- 🏆 Best Chef Award – Awarded by [kissan indian cuisine] fontana, california (2025)
Interests
Timeline
Chef
Kissan Indian Cuisne
10.2023 - Current
Chef
Taste of India
06.2023 - 09.2023
Chef
Brothers Dhaba
07.2018 - 03.2022
Hotel And Hospitality Management - Tourism And Hotel Management
Mcast
High School Diploma -
Goverment Senior Secondary School