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Kiran Baby

Vattodiyil House,Koorali P O

Summary

Service-focused hospitality professional ready to help others and meet customer needs. Understands kitchen processes, food service standards and safety requirements. Hardworking kitchen team member always ready to assist with diverse needs. Helps keep kitchen clean, stocked and organised for fast-paced demands. Trained in health, safety and best practices for kitchen support. Committed manager with exceptional leadership, organisational skills and communication abilities leads high-performing cross-functional teams. Leads projects, company operations and business growth. Resourceful employee with outstanding knowledge to develop and maintain healthy customer pipeline. Consistently works to attract new business opportunities. Talent in administrative oversight, recruitment processes and customer service improvements.

Professional culinary expert prepared for this role, equipped with robust kitchen skills and strong focus on delivering high-quality dishes. Adept in team collaboration, flexible with changing needs, and reliable in high-pressure environments. Skilled in food preparation, menu support, and maintaining health and safety standards. Known for effective communication, adaptability, and consistent drive for achieving results.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Commis Chef

Xenia Group
04.2023 - 04.2025
  • Enhanced culinary skills by assisting in the preparation of various dishes under the guidance of experienced chefs.
  • Contributed to a well-organized and efficient kitchen by maintaining clean workstations and following sanitation guidelines.
  • Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Streamlined food preparation processes with proper mise en place, reducing waste and optimizing kitchen efficiency.
  • Supported timely service by preparing ingredients for multiple dishes simultaneously, ensuring all components were ready for plating.
  • Prepped daily menu items to quickly deliver upon request.
  • Rotated through all prep stations to learn different techniques.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to established safety protocols and promptly addressing potential hazards as they arose.
  • Mastered a variety of cooking equipment, including ovens, grills, and fryers, to produce diverse menu items with consistent quality.
  • Worked with chef de partie to learn storage locations of fresh ingredients for daily use by station staff.
  • Observed different kitchen chefs' preparation of sauces, breads, and other items to gain knowledge in diverse cooking and baking techniques.
  • Demonstrated attention to detail through precise measuring and accurate execution of recipe instructions, resulting in consistently high-quality dishes.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with vendors to ensure steady supply of fresh ingredients at competitive prices without compromising quality standards.

Kitchen Assistant

Kalavara Caterings
01.2014 - 08.2022
  • Assisted chefs in food preparation tasks, resulting in timely meal service.
  • Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow during peak hours.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Utilized knife skills to expertly chop, slice, and dice ingredients as needed for recipes.
  • Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
  • Provided backup support to other staff members during busy periods or staff shortages.
  • Accepted opportunities to learn new skills, improve performance and cross-train for other positions.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.

Education

Plus Two

St Antonys Higher Secondary School
Chengalam,India
07-2012

SSLC - SSLC

St Marys High School
Elamgulam
06-2010

Skills

  • Fridge and freezer maintenance
  • Dough lamination
  • Ingredient stock control
  • Health code requirements
  • Consistent presentations
  • Kitchen station cleanliness
  • Food preservation and storage methods
  • Catering support
  • Hygiene practices
  • Work under pressure
  • Food preparation
  • Mise en place
  • Sauce making
  • Vegetable cutting
  • Food presentation
  • Cooking techniques
  • High hygienic standards
  • Cleanliness
  • Knife skills
  • Bulk food preparation
  • Salad making
  • Allergen awareness
  • Seafood cooking
  • Pastry skills
  • Pasta cooking
  • Fish filleting
  • Dessert making
  • Inventory management
  • Inventory supervision

Personal Information

Languages

English
Professional Working
Hindi
Professional Working
Malayalam
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Commis Chef

Xenia Group
04.2023 - 04.2025

Kitchen Assistant

Kalavara Caterings
01.2014 - 08.2022

Plus Two

St Antonys Higher Secondary School

SSLC - SSLC

St Marys High School

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