LIYANAGE SHAMEERA PREMARATHNA
Allentown ,PA
Summary
Highly skilled and creative Executive Pastry Chef with over 25 years of experience in high-end restaurants, hotels, and bakeries. Adept at leading pastry teams, developing innovative dessert menus, and ensuring high standards of quality and presentation. Proven track record in managing kitchen operations, training staff, and maintaining cost control.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Pastry Chef
The Supermart Ltd
11.2017 - 01.2020
- Develop and implement innovative dessert menus, incorporating seasonal ingredients and modern techniques.
- Ensure the highest standards of quality, presentation, and taste for all pastry items.
- Collaborate with the executive chef and other department heads to plan and execute special events and catering.
- Manage inventory, order supplies, and control costs to meet budget requirements.
- Train and mentor pastry staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
- Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations and ensure a clean and organized kitchen.
Executive Pastry Chef
21 Carrots
03.2014 - 04.2017
- Created and executed a variety of pastries, desserts, and baked goods for the restaurant's menu.
- Worked closely with the executive chef to develop seasonal and event-specific dessert offerings.
- Supervised junior pastry staff, providing guidance and training to ensure consistent quality.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders for ingredients and supplies as needed.
Ex. Pastry Chef
CHM Holding (CHATZ)
05.2012 - 03.2014
Pastry Chef
Al Naqell Patisserie
06.2009 - 04.2012
Chef De Partie
J.K. Marketing (Crestcat)
05.2008 - 03.2009
Chef De Partie
Nilmini Patisserie
05.2005 - 02.2007
Demi Chef
Mount Lavinia Hotel
06.2004 - 04.2005
Demi Chef Chef Patisserie
Pattis France (Tamimi Food Co.)
03.1999 - 04.2004
Commi II
Bateel Chocolate Factory
08.1998 - 02.1999
Commi III
Riverina Hotel
07.1996 - 07.1998
Education
Hotel Management Diploma - International Cookery
Epicure School of Hotel Management
01.2005
G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examinations - undefined
Department of Examinations Sri Lanka
01.1995
Skills
- Pastry and Bakery and chocolate Production
- Good with Vegetable, Ice, Fruit, butter carving
- Bread Carving
- Manage and Monitor staff
- Interpersonal skills
- Organizing and arranging
- Time management
- Self management
- Self confident
- Quick learner
- Hardwork
- Teamwork
LANGUAGE SKILLS
English - Basic proficiency
Sinhala - Native proficiency
Disclaimer
I do hereby certify the above particular are true and correct to the best of my knowledge LIYANAGE SHAMEERA PREMARATHNA
Timeline
Head Pastry Chef
The Supermart Ltd
11.2017 - 01.2020
Executive Pastry Chef
21 Carrots
03.2014 - 04.2017
Ex. Pastry Chef
CHM Holding (CHATZ)
05.2012 - 03.2014
Pastry Chef
Al Naqell Patisserie
06.2009 - 04.2012
Chef De Partie
J.K. Marketing (Crestcat)
05.2008 - 03.2009
Chef De Partie
Nilmini Patisserie
05.2005 - 02.2007
Demi Chef
Mount Lavinia Hotel
06.2004 - 04.2005
Demi Chef Chef Patisserie
Pattis France (Tamimi Food Co.)
03.1999 - 04.2004
Commi II
Bateel Chocolate Factory
08.1998 - 02.1999
Commi III
Riverina Hotel
07.1996 - 07.1998
Hotel Management Diploma - International Cookery
Epicure School of Hotel Management
G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examinations - undefined
Department of Examinations Sri Lanka
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