Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Cook/chef
Jeo Wara
Lahore Punjab
10.2017 - Current
Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs.
Developed recipes and menus by applying understanding of market demand and culinary trends,
Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
Oversaw grill, stove and oven and cleaned equipment after every shift.
Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
Collaborated with other personnel to produce and modify menus and selections.
Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action and performance reviews.
Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
Verified compliance in preparation of menu items and customer special requests.
Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.