Kashish Kashish
Seattle
Summary
Experienced with flight training, navigation, and aircraft handling. Utilizes strong communication skills for effective coordination during flight operations. Knowledge of safety protocols and situational awareness in maintaining operational standards.
Professional culinary specialist with proven track record in high-pressure kitchen environments. Adept at team collaboration and flexible with changing needs, ensuring smooth and efficient operations. Possesses strong skills in menu planning, food preparation, and quality control. Known for achieving high standards and delivering results that exceed expectations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Chef
SAFFRON GRILL SEATTLE, WA
Seattle, WA
12.2020 - Current
- Mentored kitchen team members on proper cooking techniques and strategies to improve performance
- Kept kitchen areas clean, organized, and sanitized accounting to proper procedures
- Introduced innovative evaluation process to test students' comprehensive knowledge of ingredients, nutrition, and presentation
- Inventoried both food and hardware supplies for kitchen and student needs
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Supervised kitchen food preparation in demanding, high-volume environments.
- Maximized customer satisfaction and team operations by executing command-based structure and staff performance oversight.
- Helped staff adhere to tough restaurant requirements through practical discipline and motivation.
- Performed as head chef to maintain team productivity and restaurant quality.
- Developed delicious customized menu items for catered functions, delivering exceptional food and service for plated, buffet and family-style.
Sous Chef
TASTE OF INDIA RESTAURANT SEATTLE, WA
Seattle, WA
07.2020 - 12.2020
- Kept food storage and preparation equipment in good working order to maximize safety and cost-efficiency of operations
- Controlled portion sizes and garnishing for optimal cost controls
- Maintained operations in full compliance with alcohol service standards and legal requirements to prevent incidents of overserving or underage drinking.
- Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
- Purchased ingredients from local farms to benefit environment and reduce costs.
- Improved performance of team members resulting in high-quality meals produced daily.
MANAGER'S ASSISTANT
RESTAURANT DAWAT GRILL AND BAR SEATTLE, WA
Seattle, WA
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Planned and prepared workflow schedules, delegating tasks for 5-member team
- Trained team of 5 to deliver outstanding customer service, boosting customer satisfaction ratings 98%
- Secured revenue, accurately monitoring transactions and deposits to eliminate discrepancies.
- Developed successful marketing plans to increase sales and profits while managing costs.
- Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill level and maximize team performance.
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kentwood High School
Covington, WA07-2020
PRIVATE PILOT - Aviation
Rainier Flight Service
Renton, WAINSTRUMENT RATING - Aviation
RAINIER FLIGHT SERVICE
RENTON WACOMMERCIAL PILOT - Aviation
RAINIER FLIGHT SERVICE
Renton, WACERTIFIED FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR - Aviation
RAINIER FLIGHT SERVICE
Everett, WA07-2026
Skills
- Inventory management
- Team leadership
- Weather analysis and interpretation
- Documentation skills
- Time and task management
- Adaptability to changing conditions
- Decision-making under pressure
Certification
- Motorcycle permit 2020
- Current drivers license 2018
- Current private pilot
- Current instrument rated
- Current commercial certificates
- Food safety handler manager
LANGUAGES
ENGLISH
Native or Bilingual
PUNJABI
Native or Bilingual
HINDI
Full Professional
Timeline
Sous Chef
SAFFRON GRILL SEATTLE, WA
12.2020 - Current
Sous Chef
TASTE OF INDIA RESTAURANT SEATTLE, WA
07.2020 - 12.2020
MANAGER'S ASSISTANT
RESTAURANT DAWAT GRILL AND BAR SEATTLE, WA
08.2019 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
Kentwood High School
PRIVATE PILOT - Aviation
Rainier Flight Service
INSTRUMENT RATING - Aviation
RAINIER FLIGHT SERVICE
COMMERCIAL PILOT - Aviation
RAINIER FLIGHT SERVICE
CERTIFIED FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR - Aviation
RAINIER FLIGHT SERVICE