Santosh Gautam
Christchurch Central City,Christchurch
Summary
High-performing individual with solid background in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
The Little Fiddle
Christchurch, CAN
02.2020 - Current
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
Cleaner and Helper
SRS Rollstone
Christchurch, CAN
03.2022 - 03.2022
- (Worked as a part time)
- Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, kitchens and other similar areas according to established protocols.
- Removed trash, debris and other waste materials from premises.
- Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
- Cleaned and polished glass doors, mirrors and other surfaces to maintain professional appearance.
- Provided assistance to other staff members with cleaning of difficult areas.
Chef De Partie
The Devon Hotel
New Plymouth, Taranaki
11.2017 - 01.2019
- Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
- Prepared items for roasting, sautéing, frying, and baking.
Cleaner
Damzel Cleaning Service
New Plymouth, Taranaki
07.2016 - 10.2017
- Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, kitchens and other similar areas according to established protocols.
- Enhanced workplace cleanliness by performing thorough daily cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, and dusting.
- Removed trash, debris and other waste materials from premises.
- Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
Education
Level 5 - Cookery
Western Institute of Technology At Taranaki
Taranaki, WKO01.2019
Level 6 - Hospitality
Nepal Tourism And Hotel Management
Nepal, Pokhara05.2015
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Kitchen leadership
- Food Safety
- Inventory Management
- Sanitation Procedures
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Quality Control
- Team Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Cleaner and Helper
SRS Rollstone
03.2022 - 03.2022
Sous Chef
The Little Fiddle
02.2020 - Current
Chef De Partie
The Devon Hotel
11.2017 - 01.2019
Cleaner
Damzel Cleaning Service
07.2016 - 10.2017
Level 5 - Cookery
Western Institute of Technology At Taranaki
Level 6 - Hospitality
Nepal Tourism And Hotel Management