JYOTI KAUSHIK
Auckland,AUK
Summary
Passionate, spirited and classically trained culinary professional, skilled in building relationships and developing high-performing teams. Leader in delivery of excellent customer service. Equipped to apply restaurant operational experience to grow world-class organizations. Dedicated to food safety, customer service best practices and quality food service.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef De Partie
Fabie Auckland MGallary
Blockhouse Bay , Auckland
03.2023 - Current
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff to ensure quality standards of food production.
- Organized the daily mise en place in order to prepare meals efficiently.
- Maintained accurate records of stock levels, ordering new ingredients when needed.
- Developed menus for special occasions, ensuring all dishes were prepared according to recipes and standards.
- Monitored food preparation techniques to ensure that high-quality products were served consistently.
- Ensured that all necessary equipment was available and properly functioning before service began.
- Adhered to health and safety regulations while preparing food items in the kitchen area.
- Managed inventory levels by tracking sales, rotating stock and replenishing supplies as needed.
- Conducted regular inspections of kitchen areas, equipment, utensils, and storage facilities to ensure they met hygiene requirements.
- Assisted with menu planning activities by suggesting creative ideas for dishes based on seasonal ingredients.
- Checked finished plates before they were served to guests, making sure all components met quality standards.
- Assisted with the training of new employees in proper techniques for food preparation, presentation, sanitation, safety procedures.
- Prepared a variety of sauces from scratch according to recipes or customer requests.
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
- Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Liaised closely with kitchen and front-of-house personnel.
Demi Chef De Partie
Four Points by Sheraton
Queen Street , Auckland
03.2020 - 02.2023
- Assisted Head Chef with daily food preparation and service in the kitchen.
- Organized ingredients for each dish on station according to recipes and plating guidelines.
- Monitored stocks of all food items, ensuring adequate supplies at all times.
- Adjusted temperatures of ovens, grills and fryers as needed during service periods.
- Ordered necessary ingredients from suppliers when needed, within budget parameters.
- Communicated effectively with waitstaff regarding orders placed by customers.
- Maintained cleanliness and hygiene standards throughout the kitchen area.
- Prepared sauces, soups and hot entrees according to set recipes.
- Ensured quality control of dishes before they were served to guests.
- Stored cooked foods at appropriate temperature levels until ready for service.
- Performed periodic deep cleaning operations of all kitchen appliances.
- Completed side work and prep according to back of house checklist.
Commis Chef
MeKong Baby
Posnsonby , Auckland
07.2019 - 02.2020
- Prepared and cooked food items according to recipes, portioning, and presentation specifications.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, utensils, and equipment used for cooking.
- Followed proper plate presentation techniques when serving dishes.
- Controlled usage of all products to reduce wastefulness.
- Kept up with current culinary trends by attending workshops or seminars as requested by head chef.
- Worked closely with other cooks and kitchen staff during service periods to ensure efficient operations.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing, slicing, mincing vegetables.
- Communicated effectively with the team regarding menu changes or special requests from customers.
Kitchen Hand
Mad Dogs and Englishmen Pub & Restaurant
Wairau Velly Northshore, Auckland
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Stocked shelves with food supplies, such as canned goods and dry ingredients.
- Assisted cooks in preparing meals by washing vegetables and fruits, cutting meats and other tasks as needed.
- Received deliveries of food items and stored them properly.
- Set up serving trays for events or parties.
- Operated dishwashers to sanitize dishes and silverware.
- Maintained a neat work station throughout shift hours.
- Followed all health code guidelines when handling food items.
- Prepared simple salads, sandwiches, appetizers, as directed by supervisor or chef.
- Removed trash and cleaned kitchen garbage containers.
- Cleaned dishes, pots, pans and utensils.
Education
Culinary Arts
NZMA
Sylvia Park Auckland 11-2018
Skills
- Plating and presentation
- Food allergy understanding
- Inventory Oversight
- Grilling Techniques
- Kitchen Organization
- Sauce preparation
- Food presentation
- Team Management
- Knife Skills
- Salad preparation
Accomplishments
- COVID-19 Response Recognition Award
-The government bestowed appreciation and honor upon those who supported the community during the COVID-19 pandemic by diligently performing their duties and surpassing expectations for the New Zealand community.
- Recognition as the Employee of the Month was earned by demonstrating exceptional performance within the organization.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Chef De Partie
Fabie Auckland MGallary
03.2023 - Current
Demi Chef De Partie
Four Points by Sheraton
03.2020 - 02.2023
Commis Chef
MeKong Baby
07.2019 - 02.2020
Kitchen Hand
Mad Dogs and Englishmen Pub & Restaurant
01.2019 - 06.2019
Culinary Arts
NZMA
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