KARAN LOKHANDE
Irving,TX
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong work ethic in high-pressure restaurant settings. Recognized for teamwork and collaboration skills. Demonstrates quick learning ability and a track record of delivering efficient, detail-oriented results.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Supervisor
Hilton
Dallas, TX
11.2024 - 07.2025
- Supervised daily kitchen operations ensuring adherence to safety standards.
- Coordinated with servers to ensure timely meal delivery during peak hours.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders for necessary supplies.
- Assisted in menu planning by providing input on seasonal ingredients.
- Conducted regular equipment maintenance checks for optimal performance.
- Maintained a clean working environment by delegating tasks appropriately among staff members.
- Oversaw food preparation, production and presentation according to quality standards.
3rd Cook
First baptist church dallas
Dallas, TX
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Assisted in managing kitchen inventory and ingredient storage.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a safe kitchen environment.
- Supported senior cooks in food preparation and cooking tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to meet meal service timelines.
- Communicated effectively with team members regarding timing of orders being sent out from the kitchen.
Culinary Intern
hyatt regency dfw
Fort Worth, TX
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
- Requested supplies and equipment orders, explaining needs to managers.
Commis Chef
CAFE FROM THE THREE
Pune, Maharashtra
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Rotated food stock, using up older items first and rejecting expired goods.
- Plated food according to restaurant artistic guidelines to promote attractive presentation.
- Checked food portioning for optimal presentation and cost control.
- Supervised kitchen food preparation in demanding, high-volume environments.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Performed as head chef to maintain team productivity and restaurant quality.
Culinary Associate
The Ritz-Carlton, Pune
Pune, Maharashtra
07.2019 - 08.2020
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
- Cut or sliced meat, poultry and seafood to prepare for cooking.
- Took and recorded temperatures of food, refrigerators and freezers.
- hand made pasta
- omelette station
Trainee Chef
The Westin
PUNE, MAHARASHTRA
05.2017 - 10.2017
- Identified recipe ingredients and made sure each was prepared for [CDP].
- Kept kitchen properly cleaned and maintained and all items put away after use.
- Rotated food stocks, using older items first and tossing expired products.
- Handled food deliveries and made sure all items were processed and then placed into inventory.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance.
Education
MBA - Masters Culinary Arts
Maharashtra State Institute of Hotel Management And Catering Technology
PUNE 04.2021
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Quality Control
- Team Building
- Measuring and Portioning
- Basic Cooking Methods
- Cleanliness and Sanitation
- Continuous Improvement
- High Hygienic Standards
Education and Training
other
Timeline
Kitchen Supervisor
Hilton
11.2024 - 07.2025
3rd Cook
First baptist church dallas
08.2023 - 07.2024
Culinary Intern
hyatt regency dfw
06.2022 - 05.2023
Commis Chef
CAFE FROM THE THREE
11.2021 - 05.2022
Culinary Associate
The Ritz-Carlton, Pune
07.2019 - 08.2020
Trainee Chef
The Westin
05.2017 - 10.2017
MBA - Masters Culinary Arts
Maharashtra State Institute of Hotel Management And Catering Technology
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