RAHUL BUSHAHARI
Scott's Epicurean
Rototuna,New Zealand
2
Languages
17
years of professional experience
Experienced with high-volume kitchen environments, food preparation, and team coordination. Utilises advanced culinary techniques and efficient kitchen management to ensure high standards. Track record of fostering cohesive team dynamics and maintaining consistent quality in fast-paced settings.
Work History
Co-Head Chef
3 Years 2 Months- Led kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food preparation and presentation.
- Developed seasonal menus reflecting culinary trends and customer preferences.
- Trained and mentored junior chefs, enhancing team skills and performance.
- Implemented inventory management systems to reduce waste and optimize costs.
- Collaborated with suppliers to source fresh, local ingredients for menu items.
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
Head Chef
1 Year 5 Months- Managed kitchen staff schedules, optimizing workflow and improving team efficiency.
- Assisted in menu planning, ensuring alignment with seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to enhance dining experience through timely food service.
- Trained new kitchen personnel on food safety standards and culinary techniques.
- 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
4 Months- Duties- Handling the Kitchen, Help Head Chef menu Planning, Ordering, Stock take.
Sous Chef
4 Months- Duties- Handling the Kitchen, Help Head Chef menu Planning, Ordering, Stock take, Duty Roaster.
Sous Chef
3 Years 1 Month- Duties- Handling the Kitchen, Help Head Chef menu Planning, Ordering, Stock take,Duty roaster.
Chef The Party
9 Months- Duties- Section Handling, Work in Ladder and Deep fryer section, Mise-en-Place.
Chef The Party
2 Years- Duties- Section Handling, work in Ladder and Deep fryer section.
- Prepared high-quality dishes following recipe specifications and presentation standards.
- Assisted in maintaining kitchen inventory, ensuring freshness and quality of ingredients.
chef
5 Months- Duties - Section Handling, Big function prep, work in Ladder Section
- Prepared and presented diverse menu items, ensuring high culinary standards and guest satisfaction.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline food preparation processes and enhance efficiency.
chef
5 Months- Duties - Section Handling , Maker sauces, Make break fast, Mise- en- Place.
commis II
1 Year- Duties- Section handling, prepare food for big events (1000 to 1500 guests), prepare a la carte and restaurant buffet.
Commis Chef
1 Year- Duties- check a-la-carte, make sauces, prepare food to guest
Trainee
5 Months- Duties- setting up the kitchen, helping the chef, mise-en-place.
Trainee
1 Month- Duties- work in banquet, make different set-up for party
- 1 Month Training
Education
Diploma - Professional Cookery Level
B.A. - Hospitality Management
High School
Skills
Positive attitude
Creativity in work
Team leadership
Inventory management
Kitchen leadership
Accomplishments
- July 2012 Degree, in B.A. in hospitality management
- June 2013 Certificate in Hotel Associate Training Program
- November 2016 Post Graduate Diploma in Cookery Level 5
Interests
Cooking
Listen to music.
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Thorough with Ms Word, PowerPoint operations and other computer applications...
Languages
English
Hindi
Timeline
Co-Head Chef
Scott's Epicurean
06.2023 - CurrentRead More
Sous Chef
The Bank
10.2022 - 02.2023Read More
Sous Chef
White Bakers
03.2022 - 07.2022Read More
Head Chef
Bull and Bear
01.2022 - 06.2023Read More
Sous Chef
Cock And Bull
11.2018 - 12.2021Read More
Chef The Party
Cock And Bull
02.2018 - 11.2018Read More
Chef The Party
The Cav
02.2016 - 02.2018Read More
chef
Doolen brothers Lynfield
09.2015 - 02.2016Read More
chef
Allenby Park Manukau Auckland
04.2015 - 09.2015Read More
commis II
Park Plaza Zirakpur, Chandigarh
03.2014 - 03.2015Read More
Commis Chef
Country Inns and Suites by Carlson, Mysore
06.2012 - 06.2013Read More
Trainee
Shangri-La Eros New Delhi
10.2010 - 03.2011Read More
Trainee
Radisson Plaza Udaipur
12.2009 - 01.2010Read More
Government senior secondary School
High School
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International Institute of Hotel Management
B.A. from Hospitality Management
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Cornell institute of business and technology
Diploma from Professional Cookery Level
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