Manish Kc
Tauranga,BOP
Summary
Professional chef with more than 7 years experience in different cuisine. Managing staff and motivating them to perform to the best abilities across every service. Safely conscious and skilled in the application of health and safety procedures with profound knowledge of food hygiene regulations. Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Rosie’s Red hot cantina and Tacos Joint
03.2023 - Current
- Working with these helps me to boost my skills even more, and I get a chance to interact with people from various nations
- Assisted the head chef with all culinary operations including preparation and production of all Restaurant food quality and Presentation
- Running Kitchen smoothly in the absence of head chef
- Have Knowledge and experience of making Italian, French, Mexican, Indian and Nepali cuisine
- Can work and lead in any busy service and provide good result
- Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
- Enforced portion control guidelines to minimize costs associated with overproduction.
- Supervised cooks and other kitchen personnel during meal services.
- Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
- Created a positive work environment by encouraging teamwork among staff members.
- Created tasty dishes using popular recipes, delighting patrons and generating return business.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
Senior CDP
Astrolabe Brew bar and Restaurant
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
- Contributed to a positive kitchen atmosphere through effective communication and collaboration with team members.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Participated in menu planning meetings, offering creative input that led to new signature dishes garnering rave reviews from guests.
Junior Sous chef
Rain Bar and Restaurant
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Maintained inventory records and updated ordering systems regularly to ensure adequate stock levels based on anticipated demand.
- Collaborated with fellow team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and excellent execution of all dishes.
- Trained junior staff members on proper cooking techniques, plating methods, and kitchen safety protocols for improved performance.
Chef De Partie
Busy Bakery café
, Panauti, Nepal
02.2019 - 11.2019
- Managed food usage with proper stock rotation to prevent spoilage.
- Determined schedules and staff requirements necessary to prepare and plate food.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service promptly and professionally.
- Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
Commis Chef
V-sign restaurant
, Panauti ,Nepal
07.2017 - 10.2018
- Purchased ingredients from local farms to benefit environment and reduce costs.
- Ordered necessary supplies and equipment needed for daily tasks.
- Tracked inventory levels of foods and supplies used in daily production.
Education
Culinary arts Level 4 and 5 -
Toiohomai Institute of Technology
Tauranga, New ZealandSkills
- Plating
- Dish preparation
- Menu planning
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Food preparation supervision
- Safe food handling
- Mentoring and coaching
- Food presentation
- Allergen awareness
- Bread baking
- Ingredient knowledge
- Kitchen leadership
- Positive and professional
- Portion control
References
- Jesse Fairbairn, Restaurant Manager at Rain Bar and restaurant, 0277711044
- Amritchapagain, HeadChef at Master Kong, 0211094724
Skills
Timeline
Sous Chef
Rosie’s Red hot cantina and Tacos Joint
03.2023 - Current
Senior CDP
Astrolabe Brew bar and Restaurant
09.2022 - 02.2023
Junior Sous chef
Rain Bar and Restaurant
09.2021 - 08.2022
Chef De Partie
Busy Bakery café
02.2019 - 11.2019
Commis Chef
V-sign restaurant
07.2017 - 10.2018
Culinary arts Level 4 and 5 -
Toiohomai Institute of Technology