RAJAN THAPA MAGAR
Birmingham
Summary
Motivated Culinary Arts Management student at University College Birmingham with professional experience as a Kitchen Assistant, Commis Chef, and Chef de Partie in high-volume hospitality environments. Skilled in food preparation, kitchen operations, hygiene standards, and guest service. Passionate about culinary innovation, teamwork, and delivering high-quality dining experiences.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef / Pastry Chef / Waiter
University College Birmingham
02.2024 - Current
- - Prepared food items and ingredients for daily service and production.
- - Followed recipes and allergen procedures to ensure food safety compliance.
- - Maintained high cooking and service standards.
- - Provided guest service including greeting, seating, and taking orders.
Kitchen Assistant / Commis Chef / Chef de Partie
Castle Bromwich Hall Hotel
03.2024 - 02.2026
- Kitchen Assistant:
- - Prepared ingredients and organized kitchen workstations.
- - Maintained cleanliness, assisted with dishwashing and stock restocking.
- - Supported chefs with basic cooking and plating tasks.
- Commis Chef:
- - Assisted senior chefs with daily food preparation and menu production.
- - Maintained hygiene standards in a high-volume kitchen.
- - Supported stock control and ensured ingredient availability.
- - Checked food quality and presentation before service.
- Chef de Partie:
- - Managed a designated kitchen section and supervised junior staff.
- - Prepared and presented high-quality dishes to hotel standards.
- - Ensured consistency, portion control, and presentation quality.
- - Followed food safety regulations and maintained section cleanliness.
- - Worked efficiently during busy service periods.
- - Prep everything for daily basis service.
Education
FDA/BA (Hons) - Culinary Arts Management
University College Birmingham
02.2026
Professional Diploma - Hotel Management
01.2022
Higher Secondary Education (+2) - Hotel Management
01.2020
Secondary School Education - undefined
01.2018
Skills
- Cooking & Food Preparation
- Knife Skills
- Baking & Pastry
- Food Safety & Hygiene
- Teamwork & Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Basic Computer Skills
- Languages: English, Hindi, Nepali, Urdu
Interests
- Listening to music, - Reading books, - Exploring new places
Timeline
Kitchen Assistant / Commis Chef / Chef de Partie
Castle Bromwich Hall Hotel
03.2024 - 02.2026
Chef / Pastry Chef / Waiter
University College Birmingham
02.2024 - Current
FDA/BA (Hons) - Culinary Arts Management
University College Birmingham