Simranjeet Singh
Santa Clara,CA
Summary
Professional culinary expert ready to elevate kitchen operations. Proven ability to excel in high-pressure environments, leveraging strong culinary skills, menu development, and kitchen management. Known for fostering teamwork and adapting to changing needs, consistently delivering exceptional results. Reliable, collaborative, and focused on achieving excellence in every dish.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Cook
Bon Appetit Management
02.2026 - Current
- Prepared high-quality meals following standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Ensured kitchen cleanliness and adhered to food safety regulations consistently.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain efficient workflow during peak service times.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking supply levels for timely reordering.
Cook
Jacks Indian Restaurant
10.2024 - 01.2026
- Prepared and cooked diverse Indian dishes following traditional recipes and presentation standards.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely service during peak hours.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace according to health regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
Commis Chef
Taj Hotel
05.2022 - 09.2024
- Assisted in preparation of high-quality dishes under guidance of senior chefs.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace to ensure food safety standards.
- Contributed to menu development through innovative recipe suggestions and seasonal ingredient usage.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to efficiently execute service during peak hours.
Indian Tandoori Cook
Hyatt Centric Hotel
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Prepared and cooked authentic Indian Tandoori dishes with precision and consistency.
- Managed kitchen operations to ensure adherence to hygiene and safety standards.
- Developed new recipes, enhancing menu offerings and guest satisfaction.
- Trained junior cooks in traditional cooking techniques and kitchen best practices.
Education
High School Diploma -
National Fishing And Cookery Institute
Patiala04.2020
High School Diploma -
Play Ways S.s.school
Patiala04.2018
Skills
- Knife skills
- Ingredient knowledge
- Frying techniques
- Sanitation procedures
- Food presentation
- Kitchen management
- Grilling techniques
- Menu development
- Sauce preparation
- Plating techniques
- Cost control
- Garnishing techniques
- Food safety
- Food preparation
- Meal preparation
- Cooking
- Food storage
- Waste reduction
- Recipe development
- Menu planning
Certification
- food handlers Training certifcate - valid from 2024 to 2030
Languages
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Senior Cook
Bon Appetit Management
02.2026 - Current
Cook
Jacks Indian Restaurant
10.2024 - 01.2026
Commis Chef
Taj Hotel
05.2022 - 09.2024
Indian Tandoori Cook
Hyatt Centric Hotel
01.2021 - 05.2022
High School Diploma -
National Fishing And Cookery Institute
High School Diploma -
Play Ways S.s.school