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Ahmad Ansar Barik

New Plymouth,TKI

Summary

Culinary expert with strong experience in leadership roles within high-pressure kitchen environments. Skilled in menu development, food safety, and inventory management, ensuring exceptional dining experiences. Known for fostering teamwork and adapting to changing needs, consistently achieving high standards, and results.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef

Tasty Traditions
New Plymouth Central, New Plymouth
06.2025 - Current
  • Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
  • Planned menus, ordered supplies and managed kitchen staff.
  • Developed creative ideas for special events or promotions involving food preparation or presentation.

Food Process Worker

Tegel
Bell Block, New Plymouth
04.2023 - 05.2023
  • Operated machinery for efficient food processing and packaging at ACM department

HEAD CHEF/DIRECTOR

INDIA TODAY VALLEY
09.2013 - 01.2023
  • Working as Head Chef and Director my responsibilities included Menu designing, food ordering, control smooth running of Kitchen and restaurant operations, having allies with suppliers, finance management, rostering, training new employees and many more
  • Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Developed strong vendor relationships to secure fresh, quality ingredients at competitive prices while supporting local businesses whenever possible.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Arranged for kitchen equipment maintenance and repair when needed.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.

HEAD CHEF

INDIA TODAY VALLEY
01.2007 - 09.2013
  • Working as Head Chef my responsibilities included Menu designing, food ordering, control smooth running of Kitchen operations, having allies with suppliers, rostering, training new employees and many more
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
  • Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
  • Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
  • Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.

Education

Professional Cookery - National Certificate in Hospitality (Level 4)

Open Polytech
Wellington, NZ
11-2007

High School Diploma -

Ram Dev Sharda College
India
07-2002

Skills

  • Effective communication
  • Ingredient knowledge
  • Problem-solving
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Team collaboration
  • Menu planning
  • Kitchen management
  • Quality assurance
  • Staff training
  • Time management

References

Amitya Vashisht                                                 Wasim Taj                                      Sardar Mahmood Khan

Manager/Supervisor at ITVL                             Ass. Manager at ITVL                    Food process Worker at Tegel

Email: Amitya.vashisht.@outlook.co.nz           akram262600@gmail.com           Ph: 02102379988

Ph: 0274568972                                                  Ph: 0210573171

Timeline

Chef

Tasty Traditions
06.2025 - Current

Food Process Worker

Tegel
04.2023 - 05.2023

HEAD CHEF/DIRECTOR

INDIA TODAY VALLEY
09.2013 - 01.2023

HEAD CHEF

INDIA TODAY VALLEY
01.2007 - 09.2013

Professional Cookery - National Certificate in Hospitality (Level 4)

Open Polytech

High School Diploma -

Ram Dev Sharda College

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