R.A. MADUSHANKA
Beach Haven,AUK
Summary
Experienced Chef with over 20 years of international culinary experience across New Zealand, Kuwait, UAE, Qatar, and Sri Lanka. Skilled in menu development, kitchen operations, pastry and bakery preparation, and food safety compliance. Strong leadership ability with proven success in managing kitchen teams, maintaining high food quality standards, and delivering excellent dining experiences.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
Bungalo Cafe
2023 - Current
- Developed and executed seasonal menu items to enhance customer satisfaction and dining experience.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and high-quality food presentation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen area, adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Trained new team members in food preparation techniques and kitchen protocols to improve efficiency.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations.
- Managed food costs, sourcing ingredients from local suppliers to support community partnerships and sustainable practices.
Education
(NVQ Level 4 - Pastry And Bakary
National Certificate (NVQ Level) National Apprentice& Indust
Sri Lanka 2022-01
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Customer service
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Recipes and menu planning
- Food plating and presentation
- Recipe creation
- Inventory management
- Menu development
Certification
2014 Essential Food Safety Training Certificates (Abu Dhabi)
2012 HACCP training Certificate (pizza Express Doha Qatar)
2008 National Certificate (NVQ Level) National apprentice& industrial Authority
2005 Vocational Training Authority of Sri Lanka (Full time )
2004 Swiss Lanka international hotel School.Sri Lanka (international cookery)
Languages
English
Full Professional
SINHALA
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Chef
Bungalo Cafe
2023 - Current
(NVQ Level 4 - Pastry And Bakary
National Certificate (NVQ Level) National Apprentice& Indust