Dhanwant Jassal
Christchurch
Summary
Experienced New Zealand Permanent Resident Chef with over 10 years of expertise in recipes, food cooking methods, portion determination, menu planning, and food inventory management. Passionate about the culinary arts and hospitality industry. Seeking to collaborate with a leading chef to bring strong supervisory, food prep, and organizational skills. Adaptable and enterprising professional with a solid industry background and proven success in team building and leadership. Skilled problem-solver who supports colleagues. Proficient in creating innovative and delicious dishes while effectively managing kitchen staff and inventory. Committed to maintaining high standards of food safety and sanitation.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Chef
Princes Gate Hotel
07.2024 - 12.2024
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Shift Runner
Pizza Hut
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Managed employee breaks efficiently to prevent disruptions in workflow or delays in service delivery to customers.
- Facilitated smooth shift transitions by thoroughly communicating key information to incoming Shift Runners during handovers.
Senior Sous Chef
Dawsons Hotel
09.2021 - 02.2023
- Increased customer satisfaction through consistent delivery of exceptional dishes, resulting in positive reviews.
- Assisted Executive Chef in cost analysis and budget management, optimizing profitability without compromising quality.
- Managed inventory control, reducing food waste and optimizing budget allocation.
Head Chef
Pancake Rocks Cafe
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes
- 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.
CDP (Chef De Parte ) 2years and Sous Chef
Punakaiki Resort and Ashley Hotel Williams Hotel Group
12.2015 - 01.2021
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Mentored junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved overall team performance.
Education
Culinary Arts (Professional Cookery & Bakery)
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
Rotorua, NZ01.2015
Bachelor Degree - Hotel Management and Catering Technology
Punjab College of Technical Education
01.2011
Skills
- Food planning & production
- Kitchen management
- Special diets
- Wastage control
- Classic dishes
- Planning menus
- Team Player
- Enjoy working with food
- Creative
Food presentation
Menu planning
Certification
- Best Employee, Domino's, 2009
- Diamond Team Member, Domino's Pizza, 2009
- Industrial Training, Radisson Hotel, 05/01/09, 10/31/09
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sous Chef
Princes Gate Hotel
07.2024 - 12.2024
Shift Runner
Pizza Hut
03.2023 - 12.2023
Senior Sous Chef
Dawsons Hotel
09.2021 - 02.2023
Head Chef
Pancake Rocks Cafe
03.2021 - 08.2021
CDP (Chef De Parte ) 2years and Sous Chef
Punakaiki Resort and Ashley Hotel Williams Hotel Group
12.2015 - 01.2021
Bachelor Degree - Hotel Management and Catering Technology
Punjab College of Technical Education
- Best Employee, Domino's, 2009
- Diamond Team Member, Domino's Pizza, 2009
- Industrial Training, Radisson Hotel, 05/01/09, 10/31/09
Culinary Arts (Professional Cookery & Bakery)
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
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