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Mun Gounder

Marysville,WA

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience as a Sous Chef at Swedish Medical Center, excelling in inventory management and food safety. Proven leadership in training kitchen staff and reducing waste, while consistently delivering high-quality dishes. Skilled in butchery and garnishing, fostering a positive and efficient kitchen environment.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef

Swedish Medical Center
09.2001 - Current
  • Demonstrated flexibility by stepping into various roles as needed and maintained strong multitasking abilities
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
  • Learned and adhered to safety and sanitation standards in food handling.
  • Supported inventory management by tracking ingredient availability and quality.
  • Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Monitored food items for accurate labeling :proper temperature ,and adherence to food safety standards
  • Oversaw daily kitchen operation based on patient census


Banquet Prep Cook

Embassy Suites Hotel
03.2008 - 07.2014
  • Oversaw banquet food preparation, ensuring consistency and quality across menu items.
  • Trained and mentored junior kitchen staff on food safety and preparation techniques.
  • Streamlined inventory management processes to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
  • Collaborated with event coordinators to tailor menu offerings for specific client needs.

Dinner Cook

Hilton Hotel Down Town
10.2004 - 03.2007

. Prepared and cooked meals for dinner

. Help chef in banquet preparation and cooking

. Responsible for kitchen closing procedures

Dinner Cook

Ballard Minor Retirement Center
10.2001 - 02.2004

. Prepared and cook meals for dinner daily menu calendar and for

number of residents

. Assisted with event preparation and execution, including buffet -

style service

. Communicated operational needs effectively with chef ,supervisor ,

assigned Lead

. Cleaned and maintained station/prep area according to safety

measures including FIFO


Sous Chef

Regent of Fiji Resort
04.1990 - 07.2001
  • Assisted in food preparation and cooking techniques under chef supervision.
  • Followed recipes accurately to ensure consistent dish presentation and flavor profiles.
  • Adapted to various cooking methods while learning from experienced culinary staff.
  • Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
  • Led kitchen team during high-volume service times, ensuring seamless operation and guest satisfaction.
  • Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.

Education

High School Diploma -

Ba Sangam Collage
Ba Town

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Kitchen leadership
  • Food safety
  • Inventory management
  • Knife skill
  • Farmer
  • Cooking techniques
  • Butchery skills
  • Portion control
  • Equipment usage
  • Garnishing and plating
  • Catering background
  • Positive and professional
  • Food handler certification

Timeline

Banquet Prep Cook

Embassy Suites Hotel
03.2008 - 07.2014

Dinner Cook

Hilton Hotel Down Town
10.2004 - 03.2007

Dinner Cook

Ballard Minor Retirement Center
10.2001 - 02.2004

Sous Chef

Swedish Medical Center
09.2001 - Current

Sous Chef

Regent of Fiji Resort
04.1990 - 07.2001

High School Diploma -

Ba Sangam Collage
Mun Gounder