Raaj Kharadi

• Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
• Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
• Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.

• Successfully completed kitchen product inventory as assigned
• Ordered food items for upcoming events per sous chef request
• Monitored recipe portioning to control food costs
• Ordered new ingredients and supplies to meet expected needs
• Developed unique menu items and plating presentations.

• Planned menus and services for restaurant and off-site events
• Oversaw cleanliness of each station in kitchen
• Led team by example in preparing items accurately and according to high-quality standards
• Assisted sous chef with weekly schedule drafts for kitchen staff.

• Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment
• Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles
• Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.

• Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent
• Collaborated with vendors and suppliers to obtain quality recipe ingredients while adhering to company budgets
• Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers
• Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment
• Prepared items for roasting, sautéing, frying and baking.

Cleaning and Maintaining good hygiene rooms

Cleaning room organizing and maintain guest rooms and other public areas of the hotels.