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Prashneel Pritesh Kumar

Prashneel Pritesh Kumar

Papakura,New Zealand

Summary

Professional culinary specialist with proven track record in high-pressure kitchen environments. Adept at team collaboration and flexible with changing needs, ensuring smooth and efficient operations. Possesses strong skills in menu planning, food preparation, and quality control. Known for achieving high standards and delivering results that exceed expectations.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef

Manukau Event Centre
01.2025 - Current
  • Supervised kitchen staff to ensure high-quality food preparation and presentation.
  • Developed and implemented seasonal menu items to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with head chef on inventory management and cost control strategies.
  • Trained junior chefs in culinary techniques and kitchen safety protocols.
  • Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Assisted in budget planning and cost management efforts, helping the establishment maintain profitability without sacrificing quality or service standards.

Cafe Sous Chef

Pete & Mary's Eatery, Warkworth
07.2023 - 01.2025
  • Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.

Sous Chef

Aldos Italian Restaurant, Warkworth
03.2023 - 05.2024
  • Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.

Chef De Partie

Chocolate Brown & Bayside Bistro, Warkworth
05.2022 - 04.2023
  • Collaborated with fellow chefs de partie to create daily specials, showcasing culinary creativity and diversity.

Chef De Partie

Plume Vineyard Restaurant, Warkworth
11.2018 - 04.2022
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.

Demi Chef

Marriott Fiji Momi Bay Resort
07.2017 - 10.2018
  • Ensured consistency in taste and presentation for all dishes, adhering strictly to established recipes and plating guidelines.

Commis Chef

Outrigger Fiji Beach Resort
02.2014 - 06.2017
  • Increased productivity by effectively prioritizing tasks according to urgency or complexity during high-pressure situations.

Education

Certificate IV In Cookery -

NZQF
Service IQ Auckland
01.2021

Certificate III In Cookery -

Fiji National University
Nadi, Fiji
01.2014

Skills

  • Kitchen leadership
  • Safe food handling
  • Food presentation
  • Menu planning
  • Customer service
  • Kitchen organization
  • Cooking techniques
  • Allergen
  • Safety management
  • Knife skills
  • Ingredient knowledge
  • Menu
  • Staff training
  • Butchery
  • Portion control
  • Kitchen management
  • Plating
  • Equipment usage
  • Order delivery practices
  • Special diets
  • Pasta making
  • Catering background
  • Compliance
  • Line inspections

Timeline

Sous Chef

Manukau Event Centre
01.2025 - Current

Cafe Sous Chef

Pete & Mary's Eatery, Warkworth
07.2023 - 01.2025

Sous Chef

Aldos Italian Restaurant, Warkworth
03.2023 - 05.2024

Chef De Partie

Chocolate Brown & Bayside Bistro, Warkworth
05.2022 - 04.2023

Chef De Partie

Plume Vineyard Restaurant, Warkworth
11.2018 - 04.2022

Demi Chef

Marriott Fiji Momi Bay Resort
07.2017 - 10.2018

Commis Chef

Outrigger Fiji Beach Resort
02.2014 - 06.2017

Certificate IV In Cookery -

NZQF

Certificate III In Cookery -

Fiji National University

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