Anil Jose
14/335 Mount Eden Road, Mount Eden,Auckland
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef De Partie
Scampi Caterers
Eranakulam, Kerala, India
05.2018 - 11.2023
- Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
- Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
Chef De Partie
Zurich International
Kuruppanthara, Kottayam, Kerala, India
06.2011 - 03.2014
- Promoted sustainability within the kitchen by utilizing local produce whenever possible for fresh, farm-to-table dining experiences.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Prepared items for roasting, sautéing, frying, and baking.
Chef De Partie
The Palace Restaurant UAE
UAE
07.2011 - 02.2014
- Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
Chef De Partie
Mountain Club Resorts
Chinnakkanal, Munnar, Kerala, India
05.2009 - 05.2011
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Managed inventory efficiently, rotating stock to ensure freshness while minimizing spoilage or waste.
Cook
Taj Malabar Cochin
Willingdon Island, Cochin, Kerala, India
05.2008 - 05.2009
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Developed relationships with local suppliers to obtain freshest ingredients available.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
Cook's Assistant
The Windsor Castle
Kottayam, Kerala, India
06.2006 - 05.2008
Kitchen Trainee
The Renaissance Cochin
Palaraivattom, Cochin, Kerala, India
12.2005 - 06.2006
- Prepared tables by laying out napkins and utensils, refilling condiments and performing other preliminary tasks.
- Monitored food temperatures and quality throughout shifts.
- Helped maintain kitchen equipment in optimal condition by performing routine cleaning procedures as necessary.
- Cut, sliced and ground meat, poultry and seafood to prepare for cooking.
Cook's Assistant
Hotel Prince
Sulthanbathery, Kerala, India
01.2005 - 06.2005
Industrial Trainee
The Woodlands Hotel
Kalpetta, Kerala, India
08.2004 - 12.2004
Education
BHM - Hotel Management
KITCO-IITM
Pala, Kottayam, Kerala, IndiaSkills
- Food Prep Planning
- Supply Ordering
- Mentoring and Coaching
- Decision-Making
- Equipment usage
- Safety Management
- Portion standards
- Team Leadership
- Food Stock and Supply Management
- Kitchen Staff Management
- Menu Planning
- Purchasing
Timeline
Chef De Partie
Scampi Caterers
05.2018 - 11.2023
Chef De Partie
The Palace Restaurant UAE
07.2011 - 02.2014
Chef De Partie
Zurich International
06.2011 - 03.2014
Chef De Partie
Mountain Club Resorts
05.2009 - 05.2011
Cook
Taj Malabar Cochin
05.2008 - 05.2009
Cook's Assistant
The Windsor Castle
06.2006 - 05.2008
Kitchen Trainee
The Renaissance Cochin
12.2005 - 06.2006
Cook's Assistant
Hotel Prince
01.2005 - 06.2005
Industrial Trainee
The Woodlands Hotel
08.2004 - 12.2004
BHM - Hotel Management
KITCO-IITM