Overview
Work History
Education
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Veerendra Balkundi

Veerendra Balkundi

Pleasanton,CA

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender & Server

Taj Mahal Flavors of India
10.2023 - 01.2025
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • "Contributes to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues".
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality cocktails.

Line Cook

Radisson Hotel & Conference Center
03.2023 - 09.2023
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.

Commi 1

Rosary Cafe and Bakery Products
09.2022 - 03.2023
  • I was preparing a variety of breads and pastries, including crafting doughs, preparing fillings, proofing, baking, and decorating as required to meet high-quality standards.
  • Assisted in cooking and kitchen operations, working under the guidance and mentorship of senior chefs to ensure smooth and efficient workflow.

Commi 1

The Meatco 1976
11.2021 - 08.2022
  • Created a range of breads and pastries by preparing doughs, making fillings, proofing, baking, and decorating to achieve exceptional quality.
  • Supported cooking and kitchen operations while collaborating closely with senior chefs to maintain efficiency and consistency.

Lead Line Cook

THE CHOCOLATE BAR ( BON GROUP)
11.2017 - 08.2020
  • Took care of daily food preparation and duties assigned by the superiors to meet the standard and the quality set by the Restaurant
  • Always made sure that the production, preparation and presentation of food are of the highest quality at all times
  • Having the Knowledge of all standard procedures and policies pertaining to food preparation, receiving, storage and sanitation
  • Always had a full awareness of all menu items, their recipes, methods of production and presentation standards
  • Always been available to be flexible and willing to help other departments at busy times as and when required.
  • Ensured effective communication between staff by maintaining a secure and friendly working environment
  • Personally responsible for hygiene, safety and correct use of equipment and utensils
  • Checked periodically expiry dates and proper storage of food items in the section always follow FIFO
  • Testing the food to ensure proper preparation and temperature

Commi 2

FISHERMEN'S WHARF (HOLIDAY INN RESORT)
09.2015 - 10.2016
  • As a Commi, I was always expected to comply with the conditions of the food hygiene policies
  • Responsible for Cooking food and prepare top-quality menu items in a timely manner
  • Always had Communicate assistance needed during busy periods
  • Made sure to Follow and maintain cleanliness and good hygiene practices in the kitchen
  • Kept area at all times in hygienic conditions according to the rules set by the hotel
  • Operated kitchen equipment safely and responsibly

INDUSTRIAL TRAINING (TRAINEE)

THE ROYAL GOAN BEACH CLUB
02.2015 - 09.2015
  • Been trained to make Preparation of simple food items like vegetable preparation, salads, cold starters etc..
  • Worked according to established health and safety guidelines
  • Kept the kitchen area clean and hygienic
  • Co-ordinated with team workers to plan events, parties etc..

Education

Secondary -

GOA Board

Diploma - undefined

International Technical Institute

Timeline

Bartender & Server

Taj Mahal Flavors of India
10.2023 - 01.2025

Line Cook

Radisson Hotel & Conference Center
03.2023 - 09.2023

Commi 1

Rosary Cafe and Bakery Products
09.2022 - 03.2023

Commi 1

The Meatco 1976
11.2021 - 08.2022

Lead Line Cook

THE CHOCOLATE BAR ( BON GROUP)
11.2017 - 08.2020

Commi 2

FISHERMEN'S WHARF (HOLIDAY INN RESORT)
09.2015 - 10.2016

INDUSTRIAL TRAINING (TRAINEE)

THE ROYAL GOAN BEACH CLUB
02.2015 - 09.2015

Diploma - undefined

International Technical Institute

Secondary -

GOA Board
Veerendra Balkundi