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Damodar Bhurtel

Christchurch

Summary

A kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Offering 24 years of restaurant experience within Indian and Moroccan cuisine, sourcing ingredients, and controlling budgets, while solving problems. Conversational Hindi and Nepali skills. Specialties include determining proper portions, menu planning and managing food inventory.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef

Zaafran Moroccan & Indian Cuisine Restaurant
03.2021 - 03.2023
  • Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency by implementing organized workstations and proper storage systems.
  • Reduced food waste by developing batch cooking methods and adapting recipes to utilize seasonal ingredients.
  • Enhanced guest satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, innovative dishes.

Chef

Bikanervala
06.2018 - 03.2021
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
  • Mentored junior chefs, providing guidance on recipe execution and presentation techniques.

Chef

The Bombay Brasserie
06.2017 - 01.2018

Chef

Casbah Moroccan Grill
11.2016 - 12.2016

Chef

Honeypot Indian Cuisine
09.2016 - 10.2016

Chef

Shamiana
12.2015 - 09.2016

Tandoori Chef

Bombay Palace
03.2010 - 12.2015

Education

High School Diploma -

Janasewa San Ma Vi Painuyu Hatiya
Parbat Nepal

Skills

  • Food Presentation
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Problem Solving
  • Menu Development
  • Meal Preparation
  • Recipe Development

Reference

Available upon request

Timeline

Chef

Zaafran Moroccan & Indian Cuisine Restaurant
03.2021 - 03.2023

Chef

Bikanervala
06.2018 - 03.2021

Chef

The Bombay Brasserie
06.2017 - 01.2018

Chef

Casbah Moroccan Grill
11.2016 - 12.2016

Chef

Honeypot Indian Cuisine
09.2016 - 10.2016

Chef

Shamiana
12.2015 - 09.2016

Tandoori Chef

Bombay Palace
03.2010 - 12.2015

High School Diploma -

Janasewa San Ma Vi Painuyu Hatiya
Damodar Bhurtel