Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Languages
Personal Information
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Chandana Pathmasiri Nishshanka - Chief Baker

Chandana Pathmasiri Nishshanka - Chief Baker

Gampaha,Sri Lanka

Summary

With over two decades of culinary expertise, I excel in assisting Head Chefs to orchestrate kitchen operations, ensuring top-tier quality and presentation across menus. Proficient in staff supervision, menu planning, and inventory management, I've honed my skills in leading kitchen teams and crafting exquisite pastries. Recognized for culinary achievements and awarded for exemplary performance in various prestigious competitions.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Baker

Hotel Amari
Colombo
12.2024 - Current

Pastry Chef & Sous Chef

Me Colombo
Colombo, Sri Lanka
08.2021 - 12.2024
  • Assist the Head Chef in planning and organizing kitchen operations
  • Supervise and train kitchen staff in food preparation and cooking techniques
  • Ensure consistent quality and presentation of all menu items
  • Monitor inventory and order supplies for both kitchen and pastry departments as needed
  • Oversee food safety and sanitation standards in the kitchen and pastry areas
  • Assist in menu planning, recipe development, and coordination with kitchen staff
  • Handle administrative tasks such as scheduling and inventory management
  • Step in to lead kitchen operations in the absence of the Head Chef
  • Create and prepare a variety of pastries, desserts, and baked items
  • Develop new recipes and innovative pastry techniques, while maintaining consistency and quality standards

Pastry Chef

Zeal Entertainment Centre, Dalma Mall
08.2019 - 12.2020
  • Company Overview: Abu Dhabi
  • Abu Dhabi

Pastry Chef

Headwall Restaurant, Marina Mall
03.2016 - 08.2018
  • Company Overview: Abu Dhabi
  • Abu Dhabi

Chef de Partie

Sri Lanka Catering Colombo
11.2013 - 11.2015
  • Company Overview: Katunayake
  • Katunayake

Chef de Partie

Anilalla Hotel
03.2013 - 09.2013
  • Company Overview: Hotel Street Pasikuda
  • Hotel Street Pasikuda

Chef de Partie (Pastry)

AYLA Hotels & Resorts Management
02.2011 - 11.2012
  • Company Overview: Colombo4
  • Colombo4

Commis 1 (Pastry)

Cinnamon Lake Side Hotel
Colombo
04.2009 - 01.2011

Demi Chef de Partie (Pastry)

Ajman Kempinski Hotel & Resort
07.2004 - 03.2009

Commis I Pastry Baker

Al Bustan Hotel
04.2001 - 06.2004
  • Company Overview: Doha, Qatar
  • Doha, Qatar

Commis III (Pastry)

Trans Asia Hotel
Colombo, Sri Lanka
01.1996 - 01.2001

Education

G.C.E Ordinary Level -

Skills

  • Kitchen Operations
  • Staff Supervision
  • Quality Assurance
  • Inventory Management
  • Food Safety & Hygiene
  • Menu Planning
  • Administrative Tasks
  • Leadership
  • Pastry Preparation
  • Physical stamina
  • Baking Techniques
  • Attention to detail
  • Teamwork

References

  • Maheel Nilanga, Chief Baker, Hotel Amila Fushi, Maldives, 009607461936, chef_maheelnila@yahoo.com
  • Nam Madhumantha, Head Baker, Lassana Innovations (Pvt) Ltd, Sri Lanka, +94 776647465, namalm@lassana.com

Languages

  • English
  • Sinhala

Personal Information

  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Sri Lankan

Timeline

Chief Baker

Hotel Amari
12.2024 - Current

Pastry Chef & Sous Chef

Me Colombo
08.2021 - 12.2024

Pastry Chef

Zeal Entertainment Centre, Dalma Mall
08.2019 - 12.2020

Pastry Chef

Headwall Restaurant, Marina Mall
03.2016 - 08.2018

Chef de Partie

Sri Lanka Catering Colombo
11.2013 - 11.2015

Chef de Partie

Anilalla Hotel
03.2013 - 09.2013

Chef de Partie (Pastry)

AYLA Hotels & Resorts Management
02.2011 - 11.2012

Commis 1 (Pastry)

Cinnamon Lake Side Hotel
04.2009 - 01.2011

Demi Chef de Partie (Pastry)

Ajman Kempinski Hotel & Resort
07.2004 - 03.2009

Commis I Pastry Baker

Al Bustan Hotel
04.2001 - 06.2004

Commis III (Pastry)

Trans Asia Hotel
01.1996 - 01.2001

G.C.E Ordinary Level -

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