PRABH NIJJAR
BAY OF PLENTY,Waihi
Summary
Accomplished Head Chef with a proven track record at FLATWHITE CAFE, known for enhancing kitchen operations through effective team leadership and streamlined management practices. Demonstrated excellence in menu design, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and repeat business. Strong expertise in cost control measures that ensure profitability while maintaining exceptional food safety standards. Highly skilled in organizing high-profile catering events, blending culinary creativity with operational efficiency.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
FLATWHITE CAFE
Waihi Beach, Bay Of Plenty
02.2022 - Current
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Developed recipes and menus to meet consumer demand and align with culinary trends.
- Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
- Assisted in developing marketing strategies aimed at increasing restaurant revenue.
- Analyzed financial data related to labor costs, inventory expenses, and menu pricing changes, making recommendations as needed.
- Planned kitchen staff schedules to maximize coverage and encourage collaboration.
- Assisted restaurant owners with pricing by providing ingredient costs and portioning information.
- Performed regular maintenance tasks such as cleaning equipment, utensils, floors, walls, ensuring that all areas are kept clean and sanitary at all times.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
- Led kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality and presentation.
- Organized special events such as banquets or catering services when required.
Sous Chef
FLATWHITE CAFE
Waihi Beach, Bay of plenty
06.2019 - Current
- Assisted with interviewing, hiring and training kitchen personnel.
- Analyzed customer feedback to identify areas of improvement in service or product quality.
- Implemented strategies to reduce waste and increase efficiency throughout the kitchen.
- Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
Baker
banana pepper
Waihi , Waikato
06.2017 - 05.2019
- Baked fresh bread and pastries for cafes and restaurants.
- Rolled, cut and shaped dough to form bread, rolls, cookies, cupcakes, pie crusts and other baked goods.
- Prepared dough for a variety of bakery items such as breads, pastries, pies, cakes and cookies.
- Placed dough in pans, molds and sheets and monitored products during baking to adjust temperature.
Chef De Partie
palazzo Italian restaurant
Britomart, Auckland
12.2015 - 11.2016
- Performed basic cooking tasks such as frying meats or vegetables using various tools including deep fryers or grills.
- Genral CDP duties with high standards.
Education
Diploma in Food Preparation And Supervision - Hospitality
Cornell Institute of Business And Tecnology
Auckland, NZ05-2017
Skills
- Kitchen management
- Food safety regulations
- Cost control
- Menu design
- Budgeting and cost control
- Special event catering
- Team management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Head Chef
FLATWHITE CAFE
02.2022 - Current
Sous Chef
FLATWHITE CAFE
06.2019 - Current
Baker
banana pepper
06.2017 - 05.2019
Chef De Partie
palazzo Italian restaurant
12.2015 - 11.2016
Diploma in Food Preparation And Supervision - Hospitality
Cornell Institute of Business And Tecnology
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