NIKHIL UNNI
Manurewa,MANUREWA
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Great team player comfortable thriving in competitive, fast-paced environments. Polished in handling direct customer inquiries, implementing customer service policies and executing financial responsibilities. Proficient in Microsoft Software programs. .
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Bakery Manager/CHEF DE PARTIE
Oceania Cruises Apollo
05.2022 - 09.2023
- Managed all baking operations professionally and handled all problems confidently.
- Guaranteed all baked goods were cooked according to customers tastes and needs.
- Inspected, checked and monitored baking products and supplies to guarantee freshness.
- Enforced company safety, cleanliness and sanitation policies by maintaining effective housekeeping standards.
- Taught specialized skills, methods and techniques and delegated assignments to bakery associates to maximize department productivity and profits.
- Developed and implemented merchandising plans and maintained pricing and production knowledge to meet financial goals.
- Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping and proofing.
- Maintained and controlled inventory of baked goods.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Supervised baking and general production to drive sales and monitor overhead expenses.
- Managed department inventories by tracking sales and ordering product and supplies to meet customer demands, drive sales and reach company gross profit goals.
- Maintained cleanliness and hygiene in bakery premises.
- Ensuring top- quality taste and presentation and adherence food of safety regulations.
- Experience effectively leading and training junior staff members to guarantee smooth kitchen operation.
- Constantly exploring current food trends and experimenting with new ideas to keep fresh and innovative
HEAD BAKER
OCEANIA CRUISES APOLLO
05.2019 - 07.2022
- Assess the quality of raw materials before baking to ensure conformance to set standards
- Established and updated work schedules to account for changing staff levels and expected workloads.
- Maintained accurate, current and compliant financial records by monitoring and addressing variances.
- Direct and supervise the activities of production staff to ensure products are up to standard
- Initiated investigations into complex or sensitive complaints, identifying solutions swiftly and to customer satisfaction.
- Trained and regularly mentored associates on performance-oriented strategies and customer service techniques.
- Resolved customer complaints while prioritizing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Works with bakery manager to improve operations.
- Maintains good public relations; follows up on customer and associate issues.
BAKER
OCEANIA CRUISES APOLLO
08.2014 - 09.2019
- Prepare workstation for baking.
- Measure and weigh ingredients.
- Combine measured ingredients in mixers or blenders
- Knead, roll, cut, and shape dough
- Prepare and fill pans, molds, or baking sheets
- Set oven temperatures and place items into ovens
- Monitor baking process and adjust oven temperature or item positioning as needed.
COMMI 3
RAMADA RESORT COCHIN
08.2011 - 06.2014
- Assisting chefs with food preparation and presentation in a professional kitchen setting.
- Performing basic kitchen tasks such as chopping, cleaning, slicing, pounding, mashing, boiling, steaming, julienning, stewing, sautéing, and baking.
- Following and understanding recipe instructions.
- Ensuring that all cooking equipment is in working order.
- Helping with the setting up and breaking down of stations in the kitchen.
- Cleaning and re-stocking the kitchen equipment in a hygienic manner.
- Maintaining high standards of safety and hygiene in the kitchen.
- Communicating with the kitchen team for a smooth service.
- Adhering to kitchen policies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BSC HOTEL MANAGEMENT
BHARATHIAR UNIVERSITY ,COIMBATORE
INDIA05.2015
Diploma - Hotel Management
KITCO INSTITUTE, THODUPUZHA
INDIA06.2012
Skills
- Employee scheduling
- Workflow planning
- Safe food handling
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Scheduling
- Cleanliness
- Personnel Training And Development
- Training And Development
- Team Leadership
- Cash Handling
- Inter-department collaboration
- Talent Development
- Training and Development
- Exceptional telephone etiquette
- Administrative support
- Retail platforms
- Schedule Coordination
- Strategic Planning
- Operations management
- Verbal and written communication
- Supervision
- MS Office
- Reporting
- Personnel training and development
- Bakery Operations
- Sanitation Protocols
- Food Preparation
- Product Rotation
- Menu Planning
- Marketing Promotions
- Recipe Development
- Cost Control
- Supply Ordering
- Task Delegation
- Scheduling Staff
- Waste Reduction
- Employee Coaching
- Ingredient Sourcing
- Recipe Creation and Conversion
- Commercial Production
- Expense Tracking
- Order Management
- Preventive Maintenance
- Employee Scheduling
- Raw Materials Knowledge
- Allergy Awareness
- Food Management Experience
- Supervisory Experience
- Knowledge of Doughs
- Recipe Creation
- Business Management
- Food Presentation
Timeline
Assistant Bakery Manager/CHEF DE PARTIE
Oceania Cruises Apollo
05.2022 - 09.2023
HEAD BAKER
OCEANIA CRUISES APOLLO
05.2019 - 07.2022
BAKER
OCEANIA CRUISES APOLLO
08.2014 - 09.2019
COMMI 3
RAMADA RESORT COCHIN
08.2011 - 06.2014
Bachelor of Science - BSC HOTEL MANAGEMENT
BHARATHIAR UNIVERSITY ,COIMBATORE
Diploma - Hotel Management
KITCO INSTITUTE, THODUPUZHA
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