Mohammad Faisal
Nashville,TN
Summary
Lead Cook with 5 years of experience in professional culinary environment, possesses excellent cooking skills in collaboration with leading Chefs in the Culinary World and strong knowledge of food safety and presentation. Proficient in maintaining a well stocked and organized kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style and dedicated. Leads kitchen teams to assure top quality food is served with attractive plating and timely delivery at precise food temperature.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Cook
The Joseph, a Luxury Collection Hotel
09.2024 - Current
- Leads the Cooks in the preparation, firing foods and presentation of different foods in the banquets for multiple events.
- Inspect the walk-in and food storage units regularly to ensure that the HACCP and FIFO standards are met.
- Trained and mentored new kitchen staff, improving team performance and prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Managing the kitchen and maintaining the food quality standards and the presentation.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and developing creative recipes to utilize surplus ingredients.
- Efficiently handled high-volume orders while maintaining superior food quality through precise execution of cooking methods.
Kitchen Supervisor
Honest Indian Vegetarian Restaurant
09.2023 - 08.2024
- Supervised daily kitchen operations to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
- Trained and mentored kitchen staff on best practices and food safety standards.
- Monitored inventory levels, ensuring timely ordering of supplies and ingredients.
- Implemented new menu items by collaborating with chefs for recipe development.
- Streamlined kitchen workflows to enhance productivity during peak service hours.
- Controlled food costs and managed inventory.
- Experience in creating and managing kitchen staff schedules.
- Prepared all items according to the Chefs standard recipe utilizing a variety of cooking methods.
- Supported chef in developing catering menu plans and executing bulk cooking operations.
- Added new dishes on the special occasion.
Line Cook
The Grand Hotel Golf Resort & Spa Autograph Collection
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Prepared high-quality dishes following established recipes and presentation standards.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely service and efficient workflow during peak hours.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations, adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking supplies, and minimizing waste through efficient portion control.
- Trained new line cooks on food preparation techniques and kitchen equipment operation for seamless integration.
- Prepared high quality dishes and food items based on signature recipes following food safety and sanitation regulations.
- Maintained a clean and organized work station, including the food storing and rotation of food items with date and labels, FIFO
- Acquired comprehensive training in all the different outlets of the Hotel.
Line Cook
Mocambo Restaurant and Bar
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Preparing meals by reviewing recipes, assembling, combining, and cooking ingredients and maintaining a sanitary kitchen.
- Executes cold food production in accordance with standards of plating guide specifications.
- Attends to the detail and presentation of each order.
- Places and expedites orders.
- Assisted in preparing cold appetizers and garnishing dishes. Supported the preparation of vinaigrettes and dips. Participated in meal-prep activities and monitored food plating and temperature. Maintained cleanliness in work areas.
Line Cook
La Cucina
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Learned to prepare rotating list of new and seasonal items by attending training and applying new techniques.
- Operated pizza oven and brick oven along with other kitchen equipment to prepare authentic Italian dishes.
- Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Complied with safety and sanitation guidelines to maintain health and well-being of customers and other staff.
- Organized food preparation stations and replenished supplies regularly.
- Prepped vegetables and ingredients by washing, chopping and dicing.
- Dressed, seasoned and garnished appetizers and salads to prepare for food service.
- Made all meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
- Adhered to all regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
Prep Cook
New Sher E Punjab
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen facilities.
- Ensuring all ingredients are in stock for the Chef to complete their menu
- Parboiling foods, allowing the Chef to prepare the menu more efficiently
- Seasoning and preparing the necessary ingredients for cooking
- Preparing some dishes such as salads or other less complex menu items
- Organized and arranged chef's ingredients prior to each shift, ensuring readiness for meal preparation.
Prep Cook Trainer
Taj Bengal
09.2019 - 09.2019
- Food Handler Training
- Training to Promote Guest Satisfaction
- Safety and skill training
- Training of teamwork
Prep Cook Trainer
ITC Sonar Bangla
08.2019 - 08.2019
- Knife safety
- Proper cooking procedures
- Safe lifting techniques
- Cleaning processes
- Food safety training
Prep Cook Trainer
JW Marriott
07.2019 - 07.2019
- FIFO
- HACCP
- Food Preparation
- Culinary Training
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality And Hotel Administration
Guru Nanak Institute of Hotel Management
Kolkata, India06-2022
Skills
- Monthly Inventory
- Time Management
- Independent
- Kitchen management
- Food safety and meal preparation
- Kitchen organization
- Crew training and supervision
- Allergen safety and Special diets
- Emergency protocols
- Knife safety
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Inventory control and waste reduction
- Recipes and menu planning
- Special events
Accomplishments
Awarded as the Culinarian of the Month at The Grand Hotel Golf Resort & Spa Autograph Collection
Timeline
Lead Cook
The Joseph, a Luxury Collection Hotel
09.2024 - Current
Kitchen Supervisor
Honest Indian Vegetarian Restaurant
09.2023 - 08.2024
Line Cook
The Grand Hotel Golf Resort & Spa Autograph Collection
09.2022 - 08.2023
Line Cook
Mocambo Restaurant and Bar
04.2022 - 07.2022
Line Cook
La Cucina
10.2021 - 03.2022
Prep Cook
New Sher E Punjab
10.2019 - 03.2020
Prep Cook Trainer
Taj Bengal
09.2019 - 09.2019
Prep Cook Trainer
ITC Sonar Bangla
08.2019 - 08.2019
Prep Cook Trainer
JW Marriott
07.2019 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality And Hotel Administration
Guru Nanak Institute of Hotel Management