Hard-working professional with experience in ingredient pairings, plating, food presentation, and nutrition. Frequently praised as adaptable by peers, I can be relied upon to help your team achieve its goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sushi Chef
888- Jw marriott nashville
Nashville, Tennesee - United States
11.2024 - Current
Prepped finfish, shellfish and fresh produce items to use in sushi.
Kept workstation and area neat and clean to maximize health and safety.
Assisted other kitchen staff with tasks such as prepping vegetables or cleaning seafood.
Maintained knowledge of sushi menu and ingredients to offer optimal entrees and food items.
Exhibited proficiency in various cooking techniques such as grilling, steaming, frying and baking.
Developed creative recipes for new types of sushi rolls , Sashimi and nigiri that increased customer satisfaction.
Junior Sous Chef
St.Regis
Mumbai , Maharastra
01.2023 - 11.2024
Opened an in-room dining Kitchen with two seasonal menus; trained a 16-member team and achieved a 97.1% BSA audit score
Managed all-day dining for a 300-cover, seven-kitchen restaurant with trend-driven brunch concepts (millets, superfoods, seafood)In Liaison with Chef de cuisine
Trained and led a 54-host team as a Certified Departmental Trainer; FOSTAC (FSSAI) certified.
Handled fine dining banquets;Pop up with Worlds Best 50 restaurants Chefs like Gaggan Anand (bangkok) and Masque , and trained under Chef Andrea in pasta
Improved and maintained food quality scores across outlets
Gained cross-exposure to Nikkei cuisine at Koishii, a Peruvian fine dining restaurant
Junior Sous Chef
Taj Krishna
07.2020 - 05.2022
Oversees kitchen operations for All Day Dining - Encounters and Season's Bar, crafting cyclic menus with allergen and calorie information.
Manages and briefs a team of 22 associates daily, ensuring compliance with revised rates and brand standards.
Contributes to achieving 86% in Diversey audit with Green rating, conducting maintenance and inspections.
Takes charge of In Room Dining kitchen for 261 rooms, designing and launching IRD menus for Taj Club and Rooms.
Ensures meeting of annual budget targets, 100% guest satisfaction, and enforces safety and hygiene protocols, fostering a high morale environment.
Cluster Chef
ama stays and trails
Mumbai/ Goa , Maharastra
07.2020 - 05.2022
Company Overview: Managed by IHCL
Assisted in the pre-opening of Ama Stays & Trails, conducting cuisine surveys and creating local delicacy menus.
Managed and supervised a team of 12
Coordinated with vendors to ensure fresh ingredients were delivered on schedule.
Designed and curated unique dining experiences to enhance guest engagement and elevate culinary satisfaction.
Received excellent feedback leading to repeat customers, implementing HACCP practices and introducing new service processes.
Hotel Operations Management Trainee
Taj Krishna
Hyderabad , Telengana
07.2018 - 06.2022
Proficient in food production, with expertise in ingredient usage and equipment operation.
Trained in Pan Asian cuisine at Golden Dragon - Flagship restaurant of Taj Hotels
Completed supervisory development program
Cross-exposure Task force at Taj Falaknuma , Taj Exotica Goa
Chef Intern
Oberoi Grand Kolkata
Kolkata , WB
11.2016 - 05.2017
Breakfast Operations
Butchery and Prep
Bakery and pastry
Received appreciation from the General Manager for exceptional teamwork during the pre-opening of the restaurant.
Education
Bachelors in culinary arts and catering technology -