Sampath Weerasinghe
El Sobrante,CA
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience and skilled in French, Italian, and Sri Lankan cuisine. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through high-quality dish preparation and effective team collaboration. Adept in inventory management and kitchen equipment maintenance, demonstrating strong leadership and multitasking abilities in fast-paced environments.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook
Insight Housing
09.2023 - Current
- Prepared diverse menu items according to established recipes and presentation standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen work areas to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking ingredient usage and minimizing waste.
- Collaborated with team members to meet service demands during peak hours efficiently.
- Adjusted cooking methods based on dietary restrictions and customer preferences.
- Participated in menu planning sessions, offering input on seasonal ingredients and specials.
- Monitored food quality, ensuring adherence to health regulations and restaurant standards.
Supervisor
Ayubowan Food Truck / Catering
01.2018 - 07.2023
- Supervised daily food truck operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Trained and mentored staff on food preparation and customer service best practices.
- Implemented inventory management processes to reduce waste and optimize supply usage
- Coordinated event catering services, managing logistics and client communications effectively.
- Ensuring the vehicle maintenance and compliance with health regulations
- Ensuring the truck, kitchen and the equipment clean & sanitize properly.
Line Cook
Villa Marin Retirement Living
05.2015 - 04.2023
- Experience serving in upscale retirement community with high emphasis on food safety
- Familiar with therapeutic diets
- Banquet chef & carving station
- Product ordering
- Food preparation: meat, fish, dairy & vegetables
- Kitchen set up and daily menu preparation
Baker
Arizmendi Worker- Owner Bakery
01.2012 - 07.2019
- Developed and executed recipes for various baked goods, ensuring quality and consistency.
- Trained and mentored junior bakers on techniques and safety procedures.
- Improved production efficiency by optimizing ingredient preparation processes.
- Oversaw inventory management, maintaining optimal stock levels of baking supplies.
- Bake and shape high quality pizza, bread and pastries
Night Supervisor
Caffe Trieste
09.2001 - 10.2011
- Recruited for both piedmont & berkley opernings
- Inventory & product orders
- Cash out daily deposits
- make coffee/ espressos & prepare menu items
- Resolved conflicts and addressed employee concerns to maintain a positive work environment.
Line Cook
Oliveto Cafe & Restaurant
01.2010 - 11.2010
- Food preparation: meat, poultry, fish, pasta entrees, soup, salad and antipasti
- Kitchen set up and daily menu preparation
- Operated heavy kitchen equipment including: mixers, fryer, wood fired oven pizza
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality dishes in a timely manner.
Education
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts & Hospitality
City College of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA05-2010
Skills
- Trained in French, Italian & Sri Lankan cuisine
- Basic soup and primary sauces
- Poaching, Braising, Sauté, Pan fry, Fry, Roasting & Grilling
- Portion control
- Experience in operation, maintenance and cleaning of all kitchen equipment
- Timing and ability to execute multiple tasks
- certified barista
Certification
- American Culinary Federation Certificate, May 2010
- Certified Food Safety Manager
Timeline
Line Cook
Insight Housing
09.2023 - Current
Supervisor
Ayubowan Food Truck / Catering
01.2018 - 07.2023
Line Cook
Villa Marin Retirement Living
05.2015 - 04.2023
Baker
Arizmendi Worker- Owner Bakery
01.2012 - 07.2019
Line Cook
Oliveto Cafe & Restaurant
01.2010 - 11.2010
Night Supervisor
Caffe Trieste
09.2001 - 10.2011
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts & Hospitality
City College of San Francisco