Mohan Kumar

Chef

Status

05.2021 - Current

Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
Assisted with menu development and planning.
Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.